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Measure for Measure

Measure for Measure is a play written by William Shakespeare in 1604 or 1605. This comedy is often called a "problem" play.

The title comes from the Bible, Matthew 7:2: For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.

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Measure for Measure (http://www.shakespeare-literature.com/Measure_for_Measure/index) - searchable e-text
Full text of play (http://classics.mit.edu/Shakespeare/measure/)

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