... compare the things to attain the irony purpose. What I wish to show is the great influence of the Bible on English greatest dramatist, Shakespeare. I have to use the Shakespeare's works for example to analysis the use of the Bible allusions. 2. Allusions in Shakespeare's works 2.1 Brief Analysis Shakespeare's knowledge of the Bible was very good. He did not merely quote, but made allusions that showed a ... deeper knowledge and understanding of the scriptural passages to which he alluded. There are three ways by which one may ... I, Scene 2. God shall be my hope, My stay, my guide and la...

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