Relationship between Shylock and Jessica

Shylock

Jessica

The father-daughter relationship between Shylock and Jessica seems to be sound on the person-to-person level but are on a different level in terms of beliefs. 

Jessica doesn't want to remain a Jewish outcast -- whose life options are restricted and constrained-- her entire life, whereas Shylock hangs on devotedly to his religion. Therefore, making him position himself as an outcast. 

In fact, Shylock manages to turn the tables and make Christians look like outcasts. This is illustrated when he tells Jessica to protect his house and keep the sounds of the Christian celebration out of his house.