The Merchant of Venice,
What does ‘not forfeit it’ mean here? What reason does Antonio give for his confidence? With reference to what Shylock has said earlier in this scene regarding Antonio’s ships, do you consider that Antonio acts wisely in accepting the bond?
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Antonio hates Shylock for being a Jew; and Shylock is, therefore, justified in hating Antonio for being a Christian. Shylock is a usurer, while Antonio lends out money gratis, thus bringing down the rate of interest in Venice. Here Shylock is not justified because usury is not something which we can defend.
All Antonio asks for is to come and see him before he dies. Antonio cleared the debt that Bassanio owes him. 1What reason does Antonio give for Shylock's insistence on the fulfillment of the bond? Antonio has rescued people from using Shylock and being charged extra money
What reason does Shylock give for not showing mercy to Antonio? Shylock shows no mercy because he is never afforded mercy. His intent is to make Antonio an example. It's a way of getting back for the way he is treated.