What is the meaning of "what! wouldst thou have a serpent sting thee twice" in merchant of venice act 4 scene 1
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At the court of law in Venice, the Duke begins the trial by showing how impartial he is: he says he feels sorry for Antonio and that Shylock is a merciless scalawag. So much for a fair trial.
Antonio says he knows everyone has done what they can, the law is against him, and he's prepared to meet Shylock's fury head-on with patient resignation.
When Shylock is called into court, the Duke says he and the whole world are certain that Shylock will, at the last minute, give up his claim on Antonio's flesh.
He even expects Shylock to forgive some part of Antonio's debt, since everyone knows of the crippling losses Antonio has endured. Then he invites Shylock to give his "gentle answer."
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