The Quality of Mercy Is Not Strained: Origin and Exploration “The quality of mercy is not strained; it droppeth as the gentle rain from heaven” – a line so famous it is instantly recognizable, even to those who have never…
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A Pound of Flesh
Origin of “A Pound of Flesh” The phrase ‘a pound of flesh’ originates from William Shakespeare’s play, The Merchant of Venice. It is a pivotal element within the complex narrative, appearing most prominently in Act IV, Scene I. Shylock, a…