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“The Ten Commandments As Interpreted by Robin Palmetier 1. Don’t lie. Unless it’s to the police. 2. Don’t cheat your customers. Robin always made sure her dime bags were just a bit larger than any other dealers’ in the area, insuring loyalty in her clientele. 3. Always be polite. Especially to…” quote by Marshall Thornton
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““ The Ten Commandments As Interpreted by Robin Palmetier 1. Don’t lie. Unless it’s to the police. 2. Don’t cheat your customers. Robin always made sure her dime bags were just a bit larger than any other dealers’ in the area, insuring loyalty in her clientele. 3. Always be polite. Especially to people who don’t like you, as it will piss them off. 4. Don’t steal from anyone. Anyone meaning people, leaving corporations and the IRS fair game. 5. Don’t kill. This one was also on the Bible’s list but, like many Christians, Robin had a long list of exceptions to this rule. It was okay to kill sexual predators (unless they were born-again while serving time), liberal commentators, and anyone described as a "bad guy" by the greatest journalist and political leader of all time, Box News commentator Malcolm Wright. Unless, of course, Mr. Wright happened to be talking about one of her personal friends, which, on occasion, he had. 6. Do not take the Lord’s name in vein. Shit, fuck, cock, pussy, bitch, bastard and their ilk were just fine. Goddamn’s and Jesus Christ’s were no-no’s. 7. Always repay a favor with a favor. Someone does something nice for you, do something nice right back. Being in someone’s debt is a dangerous thing. 8. Affirm that every word in the Bible is true, except the parts that clearly aren’t. Like that thing about eating shellfish—though supposedly an abomination on par with adultery, murder, poly-cotton blends and paying interest on a mortgage—it could not possibly be God’s will. Robin loved scallops and knew the good Lord would not wish to deny her this pleasure. 9. Discuss all decisions with God directly and listen closely to his advice. Sadly, when Praline tried this himself he got nothing but an extended silence, while his mother always seemed to get very detailed instructions. 10. Always remember your mama loves you.””

Marshall Thornton

About This Quote

A satirical reinterpretation of moral commandments that flips conventional ethics, exposing hypocrisy and self‑interest.

In simple terms: Satire of moral codes.

Key Takeaway

Ethics can be twisted to serve personal agendas.

Themes

hypocrisy morality satire power religion self‑interest

Mood

ironic cynical provocative

Type

satirical parodic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • political commentary
  • corporate misconduct
  • personal justification
  • religious reinterpretation
  • social manipulation

Key Concepts

ethical relativism authoritarianism cognitive dissonance cultural critique

Practical Applications

  • critical analysis of moral rhetoric
  • creative writing

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does satire become endorsement?
  • How do we distinguish genuine moral guidance from self‑serving loopholes?
A Different Perspective

Satire can obscure serious ethical concerns, making it harder to address real injustices.

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