"Literary character who cries Talk not to me of blasphemy man I’d strike the sun if it insulted me" Crossword Clue

Author: Mathew Cooper
Last Updated: 02 Nov 2023

"Literary character who cries Talk not to me of blasphemy man I’d strike the sun if it insulted me" NYT crossword answer is:

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The literary character who cries "Talk not to me of blasphemy, man, I'd strike the sun if it insulted me" is a reference to a line from William Shakespeare's play, The Merchant of Venice. The character is Shylock, a Jewish moneylender, who is speaking to the Christian characters in the play. His words are a testament to his strength and pride, despite the discrimination he faces.

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Mathew Cooper
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He dedicates himself to ensuring that the thrill of puzzle-solving remains accessible to all. With a deep passion for puzzles and a profound understanding of language, Mathew has made significant contributions to the crossword puzzle community. Outside of his day-to-day job, Mathew is a big fan of trivia and general knowledge topics. He has been known to join trivia contests with friends, making for an enjoyable night out on the town. A certified pet lover, he owns 2 cats — Downey and Alexander. They feel quite at home on his work table, nestled among some of his unsolved crossword puzzles. His goal for NYT Crossword Daily is for the website to become the premiere platform for puzzle enthusiasts worldwide.

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