12 Angry Men

Merchant of Venice

What does Shylock mean when he says "For I did dream of money-bags tonight." in act 2 scene 5

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Shylock dreams of money bags because he is so stressed. I think he fears loosing them,

I am right loath to go.

There is some ill a-brewing towards my rest,

For I did dream of money bags tonight.

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