There’s really no reason to demand that the very flexible human mind not entertain two thoughts at once, even when they appear to be in conflict. In this case, wishing that there was a less painful way to solve an irritating problem is actually quite normal.
Interesting. Is there anything stopping people from displaying the commandments upside down? Using nearly unreadable fonts? Printing the commandments in yellow ink on a white background? Just exploring random ideas.
I had a random thought: if the language the Ten Commandments is printed in isn’t specified, why not print it in another language? Preferably one with a different alphabet than English. I vote for either Russian or Hebrew. Make sure it’s really decorative! As most folks have already inferred, that’s an example of malicious compliance.
Actually, a very good move, if it’s the right kind of doctor.