"“It was a respectful presentation, and nobody doubts that, even though it had the stereotypical image of the Quran in one hand and a sword in the other,” said Mr. Hooper, recalling the episode. “We just felt duty-bound to raise it.”" Yes, Mr. Hooper. The Supreme Court, widely known for its historic sensitivity to Islam and Muslims, was looking for ways to honor Muslims in the world and thought that the best way was to construct a statue of Muhammad with a sword. You are so right here. So did you mean it was a respectful stereotype?