Cheating Quote by Tom Lehrer
““I am never forget the day I first meet the great Lobachevsky. In one word he told me secret of success in mathematics: Plagiarize! Plagiarize! Let no one else's work evade your eyes! Remember why the good Lord made your eyes! So don't shade your eyes, But plagiarize, plagiarize, plagiarize - Only be sure always to call it please 'research'." [ Lobachevsky ]””
About This Quote
Source Song: “The Lobachevsky Song” (Live at Carnegie Hall, 1972)
He satirically suggests plagiarism as a shortcut to success, mocking academic integrity.
In simple terms: Plagiarism is humorously praised.
Key Takeaway
Avoid copying, value originality.
Themes
academia
ethics
humor
creativity
deception
Mood
playful
ironic
Type
satirical
critical
When to use this quote
- research practices
- writing
- artistic creation
- educational settings
Key Concepts
intellectual property
philosophy
satire
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the real costs of copying?
- How can originality be fostered?
A Different Perspective
Encouraging plagiarism undermines genuine discovery.
