Theme Of Revenge In Hamlet

In the play Hamlet written by William Shakespeare, the theme of revenge is overwhelming and and that is why this theme is very interesting for me to explore. Many characters attempt to lure their enemies to their death as payback. In our society, revenge is often brought out by anger and often based on the principle of “eye for an eye” but in Hamlet, that idea is not very successful and Shakespere is almost trying to teach the audience that revenge is often best when it i well planned. The main characters Laertes, Fortinbras, and Hamlet, all seek revenge for the deaths of their fathers. In the play, the Ghost says “Take revenge for his horrible murder, that crime against nature.”(Hamlet act 2). There are three main revenge plots within the play and each one is conceived by each of the main characters.

George Bernard Shaw claims that Hamlet exemplifies the Christian ideal “of the futility of revenge.” While some people may agree with this thought, Hamlet’s story for revenge does not validate that idea that revenge is worthless. The act of Hamlet seeking revenge is not what dooms him to failure, as Shaw would suggest; instead it is Hamlet’s own inability to properly complete his task. Hamlet has not “evolved” into an example of the idea that “two wrongs do not make a right.” Hamlet was simply a bad murderer, and this is shown through: his crudely constructed plan, his constant procrastination, and his role as the lone revenger of his father’s murder.

The Shakespearian play Hamlet uses several techniques to appeal to the various audiences of its time. A common theme throughout the play is the concept of revenge. Hamlet is set in the Elizabethan Era, which is a time in history where the idea of revenge was strewn throughout many aspects of life. These aspects mainly included politics, culture, and society. In the play, Shakespeare uses Hamlets speech in Act IV Scene IV to appeal to the audience’s perception of revenge socially, culturally, and politically.

Revenge is a force that has ceaselessly perplexed man’s conscience. Do you heed the words of the bible and let revenge fall upon the shoulders of the Lord, or do you take the eye that was so wrongfully taken from you? Do you take into your hands retribution, or do you adopt a philosophy of forgiveness? Perhaps being forgiving does not make for good entertainment. It is William Shakespeare’s Hamlet and Steven Monroe’s interpretation of I Spit on Your Grave that cultivates the viewer experience in which these questions are left to marinate in the minds of its viewers. Hamlet’s lust for revenge, not unlike the protagonist in Monroe’s adaptation of I Spit on Your Grave, is what keeps the viewer intertwined within the tale. Hamlet

Undoubtedly, the most essential theme in the development of Hamlet is revenge and question ‘Does revenge pay?’ Revenge is

Revenge is a controversial idea as it can bring the best out of someone, but also the worst. Individuals may take vengeance to deliver justice to those who have been hurt, whereas others have a desire to inflict extreme amount of pain they felt on others to satisfy their actions. Despite if their act of revenge was moral or immoral, each individual feels a sense of justice as they carried out their deed, but sometimes that justice has many consequences. In William Shakespeare’s Hamlet, Hamlet goes through drastic measures to seek vengeance for his father and though he may have served justice to his father, his actions are not justifiable as it has lead to his loss of sanity, the death of many, and others seeking revenge upon him.

Hamlet is one of the greatest literary works that has the innate ability to transcend time with the study of the human condition. William Shakespeare investigates themes of revenge, morality, sex, and familial complexities that entangle us all at one point and time. Shakespeare story of Hamlet gives us one of our first tragic heroes in modern literary history. In his quest for revenge for his father’s death we also see the systematic decline and lapses into madness that will lead to Hamlet’s eventual demise. His quest for revenge is one the core themes of Shakespeare’s Hamlet we will examine how this quest leads to his ultimate destiny and failure.

To Revenge or Not To Revenge Hamlet, a play written by Shakespeare, is the tragic story of young Hamlet bent on taking a bloody revenge for the unjust murder of his late father, King Hamlet. Several times throughout the play, Hamlet seems reluctant to carry on with his plot for revenge, and often questions why he is struggling with this plot so much. Through Hamlet’s hesitation, Shakespeare portrays that revenge may not always be the right answer,this is then confirmed by the deaths of innocents due to Hamlet’s plot for revenge. Polonius’s death marks the first of many unnecessary deaths, and although Hamlet feels no guilt after murdering him, the death is still unjustifiable and wrong. After Polonius has been stabbed, Hamlet says,”Thou wretched, rash, intruding fool, farewell!/ I took thee for thy better: take thy fortune;/ Thou find’st to be too busy is some danger”(4.4.32-33).

Revenge is a thing that seems to always be in style. It is constantly being seen in real life, hollywood, and literature. People are constantly on edge plotting their revenge or debating if they should even do it. Some people’s conscience is formed too pure to take revenge, but in time it can be turned erroneous due to events and newfound subconscious desires, as in Prince Hamlet’s case.

In Shakespeare's play “Hamlet”, the recurring motif of revenge is repeated throughout the entire play. The motif gives the characters a reason to exist. The concept also conveys the idea that revenge does not end with any rewards in its accomplishment.

The feeling of revenge is a very strong and powerful tool that could be used on anyone, but if it is not used properly, it could cause destruction between blood and friendship. In William Shakespeare’s Hamlet, many of the characters in the play are bound to restore the family’s honor by demanding vengeance. After the death of Hamlet’s father; he become so obsessed with the idea of revenge would be the only solution to avenge his father’s murderer. Throughout the play, the impression of revenge has closely drawn Hamlet with the ideas of spirituality, truth, and uncertainty that death would bring the answers to Hamlet’s deepest questions, if his uncle is the one that kill his father. He could have killed Claudius, but he wasn’t sure if Claudius really did murder his father. Hamlet thirst for revenge

The play Hamlet is without a doubt one of the most famous pieces of literature in history. William Shakespeare beautifully crafts the play in a way that captivates his audience’s attention and causes them to reflect upon their own livelihood. Shakespeare includes many different occurring themes throughout the story, which he uses to show the consequences of human desires. One of these reoccurring themes that dictate the outcome of the play is the desire of revenge, which will ultimately lead an individual down a path of destruction. Shakespeare places this desire in the heart of the two different characters and shows how detrimental an outcome may become because of this corrupt desire. This desire for revenge consumes the characters in a way that makes their decision-making unreasonable and brings more chaos to the situation. These character’s decisions not only impact themselves, but also impact those around them in a substantial way. Characters such as Hamlet and Laertes have little concern of those around them as they seek to bring themselves comfort during their time of suffering. One may also observe the suffering revenge inflicts to those who are not even involved in the original situation. The first character inflicted with this desire of revenge is no other than the main character Hamlet himself, who begins to develop an enmity towards those around him.

“No trait is more justified than revenge in the right time and place” (Meir Kahane). In the play Hamlet by William Shakespeare revenge is a prominent theme throughout. Revenge causes various characters to act blindly through their anger and emotion, rather than through reason. The desires of Hamlet, Laertes and Young Fortinbras each exhibit how the overall theme of Hamlet revolves around revenge. Hamlet must get revenge on Claudius for killing his father. Laertes must avenge his father and sister by demanding retribution on Hamlet. Young Fortinbras rescues his fathers long lost nobility by gaining territory. Each character losing their fathers are determined all through the play by this yearning and requirement for revenge.

Revenge is considered by many, sought by some, and carried out by few. It consumes the avenger and what is left is madness. The theme of revenge is depicted in many works of literature. Two great examples of this theme would be The Butcher Boy by Patrick McCabe and Hamlet, Prince of Denmark by William Shakespeare. In Shakespeare’s play the character of Hamlet is looking to avenge the murder of his father King Hamlet and in McCabe’s novel the character of Francie Brady seeks for revenge for almost everything that has happened to him, from the death of his mother to the loss of Joe’s friendship. Often the question of whether revenge is justified arises. In Hamlet’s case I see revenge as being justifiable because his motivations are strong,

Revenge is one of the deepest instincts common to humanity. Different people emit different purposes of revenge and are most likely filled with an internal confliction of emotions. Once that individual gets his/her revenge, a feeling of justice is established in the mind. Unfortunately, many people blindly take revenge without thinking of their actions or the consequences and believe that they will be able to move on after they take revenge. Revenge is ultimately placed in the hands of the impatient individual who tries to control karma and does not want to wait for the universe to take action. One common theme in William Shakespeare’s Hamlet, is revenge. This tragedy is filled with a variety of emotions, most of which pertaining to