Good story,

An Iraqi, a German and an American got arrested consuming alcohol
which is a severe offense in Saudi Arabia, so for the terrible crime
they are all sentenced 20 lashes each of the whip. As they were
preparing for their punishment, the Sheik announced:




"It's my first wife's birthday today, and she has asked me to allow each of you one wish before your whipping."

The German was first in line, he thought for a while and then said: "Please tie a pillow to my back."


This was done, but the pillow only lasted 10 lashes & the German had
to be carried away bleeding and crying with pain. The American was
next up. After watching the German in horror he
said smugly: "Please fix two pillows to my back."







But even two pillows could only take 15 lashes & the American was
also led away whimpering loudly.




The Iraqi was the last one up, but before he could say anything,
the Sheikh turned to him and said:




"You belong to neighboring country so you may have two wishes!"


"Thank you, your Most Royal and Merciful highness," Iraqi replied.


"In recognition of your kindness, my first wish is that


you give me not 20, but 100 lashes."





"Not only are you an honorable, handsome and powerful man, you are
also very brave." The Sheik said with an admiring look on his face.




"If 100 lashes is what you desire, then so be it.




"And what is your second wish, ?" the Sheik asked.


Iraqi smiled and said,







"Tie the American to my back" !!!