If you prick us, do we not bleed? if you tickle us, do we not laugh? if you poison us, do we not die? and if you wrong us, shall we not revenge? If we are like you in the rest, we will resemble you in that

Summary

This quote, spoken by Shylock in William Shakespeare's play "The Merchant of Venice", highlights humanity's shared experiences and emotions regardless of our differences. Shylock, who is Jewish, argues that people of different backgrounds and cultures still possess the same fundamental qualities. He challenges the prejudices of the time, suggesting that if we all share the same ability to feel pain, joy, and even seek revenge, then we should be treated with empathy and understanding, rather than judgment or discrimination based on our differences. The quote serves as a powerful reminder of our common humanity.

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