Turn the other cheek Quote by A.J. Jacobs
““When I get it home and start to read it, the first thing I notice is that Warren has copyrighted the phrase “Purpose-driven.” It has a little ® after it. This makes me angry. Did Jesus copyright “Turn the Other Cheek”®? Did Moses trademark “Let My People Go?”™””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Book of Questions by A.J. Jacobs, 2015
The author satirically critiques the idea of trademarking moral concepts, highlighting absurdity.
In simple terms: Mocking the notion of owning moral ideas.
Key Takeaway
Question the limits of intellectual property.
Themes
property
morality
satire
Mood
critical
playful
Type
satirical
thought‑provoking
When to use this quote
- publishing
- branding
- social activism
- education
Key Concepts
legal theory
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- Should moral ideas be owned?
- What are the implications of commodifying ethics?
A Different Perspective
Legal protections can be overextended, stifling free expression.
