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The Merchant of Venice · 1600
The Devil can cite scripture to suit his purpose.
Behind the line
What it means
Our interpretation.
Even the worst characters can quote holy writing when it helps them. Sacred words, this warns, can be bent to serve selfish ends, so hearing a lofty quotation doesn't prove the speaker is honest. It's a caution about appearances and convenient use of authority.
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