The word “kind” can be defined as “sympathetic and generous” or “natural, following one’s nature.” The term mercy combines these ideas into a fitting idea in the play. Mercy can be defined as “kind and considerate treatment that you show someone, especially when you forgive them or do not punish them.” The idea of mercy in the Merchant of Venice is used to develop the ideas of Christian society versus the invader to this society, Shylock. Mercy is clearly of greatest importance to the Chris ....