Merchant of Venice

Why does Shylock dislike Antonio so much?

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 Both Antonio and Shylock have had business dealings in the past. Shylock claims that Antonio has spit on him, called him a dog, and insulted him for lending money for profit. Shylock feels persecuted by Christians and by Antonio in particular.