Question

What is an epitaph ? Why does antoniotalk about the epitaph at this time​

Answer 1

Answer:

An epitaph is a short statement about a deceased person, often carved on his/her tombstone. Epitaphs can be poetic, sometimes written by poets or authors themselves before dying. The phrase epitaph comes from the Greek phrase epitaphios meaning “funeral oration.”

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Answer 2

(2nd part of question)

Why Antonio talks about Epitaph in the Court oF Venice?

Explanation:

In The Merchant of Venice, Antonio entrusts Bassanio with the task of writing his epitaph because he feels that their relationship is so close that Bassanio would write it well. In doing so, Antonio highlights their bond and demonstrates that he values Bassanio's life over his own, as Bassanio has offered to die in his place.