Romeo and Juliet was written by William Shakepeare in the 16th century, it revolved around an ancient hostility of two families living in the city of Verona however, a powerful outburst of love erupts in a paired bloodshed, which in turn extends to other preventable deaths. In the final analysis, due to the actions of a multitude of individuals , the marriage ends in death. Friar Lawrence is identified as the character who significantly contributed to and orchestrated the tragic deaths of the couple. Friar Lawrence provides the sleeping potion to Juliet, which precipitates the decision of Romeo and therefore Juliet's death, he had isolated Juliet after mourning over Romeos death knowing she had overpowering guilt and would likely need assistance …show more content…
At the beginning of Act 2, Scene 6 Friar Lawrence prays before he marries the couple stating “May the heavens smile upon this holy act of marriage, so that afterwards nothing happens to make us feel sorrowful about it.” This quote demonstrates how Friar Lawrence was aware that there was the potential for negative consequences to arise from him marrying Romeo and Juliet. In that scene he also says “Come on, come along with me, and we will do the ceremony quickly”. This quotes shows the speed and secrecy by which he married the couple because of the aforementioned concerns. These examples from the text highlight that Friar Lawrence was aware of the problematic nature of Romeo and Juliet’s relationship but he nonetheless, proceeded to married …show more content…
Thy husband in thy bosom there lies dead, And Paris too. Come, I'll dispose of thee Among a sisterhood of holy nuns. Stay not to question, for the watch is coming. Come, go, good Juliet, I dare no longer stay. Juliet responds by announcing; ‘Go, get thee hence, for I will not away. These quotes displays how Friar Laurence made very little attempt to take Juliet away from Romeo’s body and to safety, instead he was more concerned with his own welfare and left her alone in the tomb where she inviteably committed suicide under the circumstance. This excerpt from the text shows that Friar Lawrence selfishness put Juliet’s life at risk and he therefore is accountable for her
the Friar gave Juliet a potion. The potion was going to put Juliet to sleep for 48 hours and it will look like she is dead, everyone will think she is dead but Friar Lawrence, he did not tell Romeo of his plan which was the biggest flaw in the plan. That is the biggest reason why Friar Lawrence is to blame for the deaths of Romeo and
Friar Lawrence was a man who did not think before he acted, he was disregardful. He never thought through the idea of two people that barely new each other should get married in secret. The friar married Romeo and Juliet, “for this alliance may so happy prove To turn your households’ rancor to pure love. ”(2,3,91-92).
Firstly, he willingly agrees to marry Romeo and Juliet despite their families' feuding and them still being young. Secondly, he agrees to marry Juliet and Paris, complicating the situation and worsening conflicts. Finally, he suggests the misguided plan of faking Juliet's death, which results in a miscommunication and Romeo's tragic decision to end his life. Friar Lawrence bears significant responsibility for the tragic deaths of Romeo and Juliet due to his irresponsible and ill-advised decisions. Their story serves as a reminder of how misguided actions and decisions can have a profound impact, underscoring the importance of thoughtfulness and wisdom when faced with complex
Romeo and Juliet Final Essay Romeo and Juliet is a great story, however after reading it one may be left with the thought of who was at fault for their deaths some say Romeo and Juliet’s parents others say themselves. In my opinion when it comes to deaths of Romeo and Juliet I believe that Friar Lawrence is to blame for the deaths because when he agrees to marry Juliet he only agrees because he believed it would bring peace within the two feuding families, he provides Juliet with a potion that “kills her” without Romeo knowing, as well as leaves Juliet alone with Romeo’s dead body. When Romeo explains to Friar Lawrence about marrying him to Juliet he is hesitant about it but goes along because he thinks it might be a way to end the feud.
Friar Lawrence tries to advise against Romeo and Juliet’s fast-moving relationship. Even after his advice the Friar still decides to marry Romeo and Juliet. This decision to marry them after knowing how dangerous their relationship would be is one of the main reasons the Friar is to
Romeos and Juliets Death Romeo and Juliet is a tragic play about two love-struck teens that eventually falls in love. They have to face obstacles just to find a way to be together and eventually have to secrednize their marriage. The characters Friar Lawrence, Romeo and Lord, Lady Capulet are primarily responsible for the deaths of Romeo and Juliet. They all have things they did that leads to Romeo and Juliet’s departness. Also, the decisions they made and the problems they caused such as ruining true love.
“I’ll look to like, if looking liking move” (21). The conversation was about the arranged marriage in which Juliet don’t even know whom she is going to marry. Shakespeare demonstrates Juliet’s innocence through dialogue, metaphor and imagery. Juliet’s innocence is proven through the use of dialogue that showcasing her immaturity and obedience.
This quote by Unknown states “When we make selfish decisions we destroy those left in the wake of our disaster.” In the tragic play Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare Romeo and Juliet’s selfish decision leave them and members in the play dead and others devastated. Romeo and Juliet caused their death by selfish decisions, rushing into serious situations, and their immaturity. The way they acted shows how they are most to blame for their own deaths. Romeo and Juliet caused their own death by their selfish decisions.
Parents. Everyone has them, and everyone either loves them or hates them. They give their children a house to live in, provide food and water, raise and teach them valuable lessons. But do they know what's best for them? Parents don't know the answer to everything whether they have been in the situation before or not.
Friar Lawrence expresses his concerns about Romeo's impulsive nature to marry Juliet, as he fears that Romeo's passionate feelings
Friar Lawrence agreed to marry Romeo and Juliet because he thinks that if they get married it will end the feud between the Montague and Capulet family. According to the text in Document C , block two “So smile the heavens upon this holy act… These violent delights have violent ends And in their triumph die, like fire and powder, which as they kiss consume…”.(DBQ: Project, 2013) From the reading this quote means the marriage between Romeo and Juliet and their lives will not last. Another key point is in Document C block three, line three “And, if thou darest, I’ll give you thee remedy”. (DBQ: Project, 2013)
Friar Lawrence knew about their family's violent feud. He knew there was no way their parents would ever consent to Romeo and Juliet’s marriage, and yet he went through with it. He hoped that the wedding would produce peace, and he must have known that it wouldn’t when he chose to marry them in secret. On page 411, the Friar and Romeo argue back and forth about whether or not he should marry them. The Friar finally gave in, stating, “Thy Love did read by rote, that could not spell.
Friar Lawrence is a key piece in the ending of The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet, and it is a constant debate whether he should be held responsible for the deaths of Romeo and Juliet. In The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet, Friar Lawrence’s character can be seen as revolving around the theme of intention versus result. Although his intentions were pure in the action of marrying Romeo and Juliet, the result was fatal, as it ended in the death of the two lovers. Friar Lawrence's reaction to the idea of Romeo and Juliet getting married could be interpreted as him thinking the idea was sudden and impulsive, but after thinking it through, he saw that the marriage could do more good than bad. In The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare, Friar
Juliet awakens to find Romeo dead next to her. Friar Laurence tries to hurry Juliet out of the tomb before she sees more of Romeo but flees when he hears the prince approaching.” I hear some noise. Lady, come from that nest/Of death, contagion, and unnatural sleep. … I dare no longer stay.”
When the problem began and just continued to persist, Friar Lawrence had said, “In one respect I’ll thy assistant be, / For this alliance may so happy prove / To turn your households' rancor to pure love”(II. Iii. 90-92), before he agreed to secretly marry Romeo and Juliet. He only did this because he wanted to be the one to resolve the feud between the two families whether anyone else knew what had done it or not. Later on when he stated, “Hold, daughter. I do spy a kind of hope, / Which craves as desperate an execution /