Friar Lawrence In The Tragedy Of Romeo And Juliet

Friar Lawrence was one of the most important characters in the novel. Even though he was not on the stage for most of the play he greatly contributed to the tragedy that would soon happen at the end of the play. There was basically three major parts that lead to the death of Romeo and Juliet, which Friar Lawrence was involved in all of them. Friar Lawrence played a vital role in the marriage, planning and death of Romeo and Juliet. His attempts to do the right thing were noble, but because of poor planning they would soon lead to the inevitable tragedy.

William Shakespeare is a widely known poet and writer who lived in the 16th century. However, few know that he was also an actor who performed in many of his own and other playwrights plays. During his lifetime he wrote thirty seven plays, one hundred fifty four sonnets, many poems, as well as lost plays. One of his most well-known plays is Romeo and Juliet. In this play there are many unfortunate events that lead to Romeo and Juliet’s death. Friar Lawrence is the most to blame for the tragic events. He married Romeo and Juliet, failed to inform Romeo of their plans, and gave Juliet a sleeping potion.

Throughout The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet Friar Lawrence, the mediator of the play, assists Romeo and Juliet through their many problems. Many people see the Friar as a spiritual guardian or mentor for this young couple. Friar Lawrence marries the two and attempts to mend their problems. For example, he attempts to mend Romeo and Juliet’s marriage when Prince Escalus banishes Romeo and when Lord and Lady Capulet try to force Juliet to marry Paris. When this spiritual guardian marries the young couple without their parents’ consent he knowingly oversteps his ecclesiastical duties. It is for these reasons, such as marrying Romeo and Juliet and trying to fix their problems, why Friar Lawrence is the man who causes this tragedy. In William Shakespeare’s

dead and killing himself. The two families might have understood there children’s to marry each other if it was coming from a Friar. Lawrence could have also told Paris to not marry Juliet when

He agreed to marry them, he tries to fake Juliet’s death, and he fails to save Romeo and Juliet at the end. After Friar Lawrence leaves the tomb he explains to Capulet and Montague what had happened. The two agree to make peace between the two houses and to make statues of the lovers. Friar Lawrence got what he wanted all along: peace. It can be argued whether or not what Friar Lawrence did was morally right or wrong but one thing is for certain his actions directly caused the death of Romeo and

Friar Lawrence should have been more responsible. He is a grown man that should know that actions have consequences and most likely not have a good outcome. He could have came up with a foolproof plan if he would have spent time on it and not just throw something out there. He should know that they are young and that feelings

Who do you believe is responsible for the death of Romeo and Juliet? In the play Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare, Romeo and Juliet died at the end. Whose fault is it? There are many people that can be held accountable for the death and Romeo and Juliet. But for me, Friar Lawrence had the biggest part in the passing of Romeo and Juliet.

Friar Lawrence, though a wise and good man, is responsible for Romeo and Juliet´s death. Friar, despite the known fact that these two lovers´ families despised one another, married the two. ¨For, by your leaves, you shall not stay alone. Till holy church incorporate two in one.¨ (2.6, 30). This dangerous act could have created more fury and hatred between the two families, resulting in violence, and possible murders. Back in this time period, decapitation was the most common way of punishment, which also could have been the case for Romeo and Juliet.

To begin with, Friar Lawrence assists the romance of Romeo and Juliet in two ways. First, he binds them in the sacrament of marriage. His intentions are shown when he says, “In one respect I'll they assistant be, // or this alliance may so happy prove // To turn your households' rancor to pure love. (II. iii. 97-99).” By this action, he jumpstarts the sequence of events in which Juliet avoids marrying Paris at all

Throughout the play, Friar Lawrence attempted to help Romeo and Juliet out of dire situations but due to outside factors and a lack of time, his actions ultimately contributed instead to their deaths. Friar Lawrence was under time pressure to take action and did not have time to think through his decisions. In some cases, he felt that doing something—even something hasty --was better than doing nothing. One example is when Juliet threatened to kill herself if he did not suggest a way out

“For never was a story of more woe, than this of Juliet and her Romeo” (5.3.320-321), is said in the tragic love story of Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare. This classic Shakespearean tragedy would not live up to its name if Friar Lawrence had not caused the deaths of these “two star-crossed lovers” (Prologue.6), Romeo and Juliet. The friar had created the secret plans and gave most of the advice in the play, he did not check if the plans worked and he is constantly worried about getting caught throughout the play after helping either Romeo or Juliet. This proves that Friar Lawrence is the cause for the deaths of Romeo and Juliet.

As the character Friar Lawrence, I was recently put through an incredibly difficult process by an investigator regarding the tragic death of Romeo and Juliet. My investigator, questioning me regarding details about the death of the loved couple, had an idea that I was guilty. He asked many questions that tried to reveal a deeper truth and hoped to exploit once that occurred. Thinking hard, long, and deeply about some of the questions, my mind was ultimately put to the test. The questions began as easy questions, such as basic information about myself.

At the end of the play, Prince Escalus declares that “Some shall be pardoned, and some punished” (V.iii.319) this statement begs the question of who is to be pardoned and who is punished. The actions of characters throughout the play show their responsibility for actions and their overall benefit of harm on the other individuals. Friar Lawrence is arguably the most important character in the play. Besides marrying Romeo & Juliet, he also causes both of their deaths. The vast majority of all conflict is due to either the feud between the Montagues and the Capulets, or by Friar Lawrence.

In the face of unexpected challenges and difficult decisions, people’s values will naturally guide and shape their actions and choices. For instance, the presidential election requires that people vote for the candidate they believe resonate with their values. Though many may have America’s best interest at heart when casting their vote, sometimes their choices can create unforeseen harm in other people’s lives. During the 2016 presidential election, many unreasonably voted for Donald Trump in hopes of making America great again, but some may not have realized that they could have caused massive damage to certain people’s lives before it was too late, yet still, the only way for society to be at peace again is to forgive and forget. Similarly, in the Shakespearean play, “Romeo and Juliet,” Friar Lawrence, guided by his values as a holy priest, intends to marry Romeo and Juliet to bring them happiness and end their family’s feud, but his plans do not work out as smoothly as he expects. Although Friar Lawrence

“Anything that can go wrong will go wrong”-Murphy’s Law. This is awfully true when it comes to the story of Romeo and Juliet, and to think, it all could have been avoided if one person was a little more cautious. Being an intelligent man and counselor of the people, you would think Friar Lawrence would be less inept when it comes to giving a young, impressionable, foolish, naive, teen girl consultation over a boy she can’t be with under normal circumstances. Friar not only tells the girl to kill herself to be with a guy he married her to 3 days ago, but he tries to tell the dude about this through a third party. All of Friar’s decisions are poorly made right from the get go. The most wise and noble man defeated by teenage drama.