| “I stand for sacrifice” | love and relationships – Portia was nervous when Bassanio was choosing the caskets and she was feared she would loose him. She was willing to leave everything behind and be with Bassanio |
| “It droppeth as the gentle rain from heaven.” | mercy – she, dressed as Balthazar, is begging Shylock for mercy |
| “Since you are dear bought, I will love you dear” | money – you question whether money and love genuinely go together |
| “He shall have merely justice and his bond” | mercy – Portia refuses to let Shylock out of the deal. She shows no mercy |
Merchant of Venice quotes – Portia
July 29, 2019