Question

Why shylock lay strong emphasis on a pound of flesh

Answer 1

because shylock didn't like Antonio and Sherlock wanted to kill him hence shylock lay a strong emphasis on a Pound of flesh
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Answer 2

Shylock was adamant about the pound of flesh and in this thirst of revenge he forgets about his money. He needs the pound of flesh not only as the forfeiture of his bond but also as a tool for his revenge. This revenge takes us back to the ancient grudge between the Jews and the Christians.
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