Jesus is wandering around Jerusalem when he decides he really
needs a new robe. After looking around, he sees a sign for
"Finkelstein, the Tailor."
He goes in and Finkelstein prepares a new robe for him which
is a perfect fit. When he asks how much he owes, Finkelstein brushes
him off. "No, no, there's no charge. But may I ask a small favor?
Maybe whenever you give a sermon, you could just mention a little
something about how your nice robe was prepared by Finkelstein
the Taylor."
Jesus readily agrees, and as promised, he plugs Finkelstein's robes
every time he preaches.
Some months later, he is wandering through Jerusalem and happens
by Finkelstein's shop. He is amazed to see a huge line of people
waiting for Finkelstein's robes. He pushes his way through the crowd
to
speak to Finkelstein himself.
"Jesus, Jesus, look what a marvel you've been for business," gushes
Finkelstein. "Would you consider a partnership?" he asks.
"Sure, sure," replies Jesus. "Jesus & Finkelstein" it is!
"Uh, no, no," says Finkelstein. "Finkelstein & Jesus."
The two of them argue for some time about the name. Finally,
they come to a compromise decision.
They decide to name the business, "Lord & Taylor."