A padre lost his motorcycle. He was very distraught and consulted a friend about what to do. "It must be a member of your congregation who took it," said his friend. "Next Sunday after your sermon, read out the ten commandments. When you come to 'thou shalt not steal'; pause and take a good look at the congregation. The one who stole it will look guilty and you will be able to spot him."

The following Sunday the friend asked the padre if he had found his motorcycle. "Yes, indeed," replied the padre, "its back with me.' "So you followed my advice and found the guilty man?"

"In a way," replied the padre. "When I came to 'thou shalt not commit adultery', I suddenly recalled where I had left it."