Merchant of Venice

ACT II SCENE 1: Why does the Prince of Morocco say this?

Mislike me not for my complexion, The shadowed livery of the burnished sun, To whom I am a neighbor and near bred. Bring me the fairest creature northward born, Where Phoebus' fire scarce thaws the icicles, And let us make incision for your love To prove whose blood is reddest, his or mine. I tell thee, lady, this aspect of mine Hath feared the valiant. By my love I swear The best-regarded maidens of our clime Have loved it too. I would not change this hue Except to steal your thoughts, my gentle queen.

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The Prince of Morocco is dark skinned. He asks that Portia not discount him because of this. Portia responds that "who" she marries is not her decision.

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The Merchant of Venice

Why has prince of Morocco come In Portia court

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Merchant of venice act 2 scene 1

The Prince of Morocco is dark complexioned . He tells Portia not dislike him because of his complexion. He is black as he is very much exposed to the burning sun to whom he is a close relative and a neighbour.But Portia tells him that he stands as fair a chance as the other suitors

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THE MERCHANT OF VENICE