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Ninus’ Tomb
Historical Background
Act 3,
Scene 1
Lines 91-92

An explanation of the reference to Ninus’ tomb in Act 3, Scene 1 of myShakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. 

Flute (as Thisbe)

I'll meet thee, Pyramus, at Ninny's tomb.

Quince

“Ninus' tomb,” man! Why, you must not speak

The story of Pyramus and Thisbe takes place in the ancient city of Babylon, which is located in modern day Iraq. According to legend, Babylon was founded by King Ninus around 4,000 years ago. Flute calls the meeting place "Ninny's" tomb instead of Ninus' tomb. A ninny is a fool, an idiot.