"all that glisters..."

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Merchant of Venice

"all that glisters..."

"All that glisters is not gold..." says the scroll in the golden casket. What does this mean? I have an idea, but im not sure that it is right. Can you help? Thanks!

Asked by vivian h #81935 on 10/21/2009 4:04 PM

Last updated by coco s #17435 on 11/13/2009 11:57 AM

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Answered by coco s #17435 on 11/13/2009 11:57 AM

It's the classic, all that is shiny is not necessarily valuable. Good looks do not mean good quality. Hence the statement is telling a suitor not to choose this casket. Just because it is the most valuable metal doesn't mean it contains the coveted prize.

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