William Shakespeare s Romeo And Juliet - 1549 Words

One of Shakespeare’s most eminent plays, Romeo and Juliet is a tale revolving around a pair of star-crossed lovers whose premature relationship must go undiscovered because of their feuding families. However, in the arduous process of protecting its secrecy, several essential figures including Romeo, Friar Lawrence and the theme of fate play decisive roles that hold responsibility in the turnout of events that lead to a tragic conclusion. Romeo, the lover himself is rebellious and desperate for love. His impulsive personality towards love and marriage establishes danger not only upon himself but as well as his partner Juliet. Friar Lawrence is well-regarded, but his rashness, ignorance, and ill-advised thinking place both lovers in†¦show more content†¦Romeo is at fault as he doesn’t consider the consequences that are to emerge from his actions. Secondly, Romeo engages in a duel against Juliet’s cousin Tybalt, in which Tybalt is left slayed (III.iii.10). As a punishment, Romeo is banned from Verona and must stay hidden. As a result, Juliet is compelled to ask for advice from Friar Lawrence. The plan created by the Friar is convoluted and ineffective as Romeo returns to Verona assuming Juliet is dead. His impatience personality is exhibited as he commits suicide without waiting for any explanation leaving Juliet with a desire to kill herself. Lastly, Romeo is a character in this blame game largely due to his impulsive personality. When Romeo goes to the Friar for advice, the Friar says, â€Å"Holy Saint Francis, what a change is here!/ Is Rosaline, that thou didst love so dear,/ So soon forsaken? Young men’s love the lies/ Not truly in their hearts, but in their eye† (II.ii.65-68). As understood from this quote, Romeo is quick to change his emotions and he is forcing himself to believe he is in love with Juliet when he is trying to get past Rosalind. His impulsive and forceful character is portrayed as he proposes marr iage to Juliet very early in their relationship. Even Romeo himself says, â€Å"Amen, amen! But come what sorrow can,/...Do thou but close our hands with holy words,/ Then