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in reply to a message by glaucous
Shylock is not just a name with a bad association. It has become a word all on its own, meaning a dishonest and manipulative person. Exactly like naming somebody Crook or Shyster or Swindler.
Also, in some circles the word shylock is considered to have anti-semitic overtones.
Also, in some circles the word shylock is considered to have anti-semitic overtones.
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You're right, that makes sense. I guess I can't really argue with centuries of negativity. Still, it seems unfair to me that the name is perceived as so overwhelmingly anti-semitic.
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How is that unfair to you? The name was created for a character who personified every negative Jewish stereotype in the book, and has only been associated with those stereotypes since its creation.
I'm sorry, this whole post is rather ridiculous.
How is that unfair to you? The name was created for a character who personified every negative Jewish stereotype in the book, and has only been associated with those stereotypes since its creation.
I'm sorry, this whole post is rather ridiculous.
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