preview

Romeo And Juliet Character Analysis

Decent Essays

Fate is defined as, ‘the development of events outside a person’s control, regarded as predetermined by a supernatural power’. In the time in which ‘Romeo and Juliet’ was written, many people were strong believers of fate and it was a common belief in society. William Shakespeare was a famous poet who is recognised for his powerful writing and contribution to the English language. One of William Shakespeare’s highly recognised plays is ‘Romeo and Juliet’ written in the late 1500’s. It is a play about two star-crossed lovers alongside fate who by their death end the feud between the Montagues and the Capulets. In ‘Romeo and Juliet’, Friar Laurence is not to blame for the tragic events which occurs in the play due to the fact that other …show more content…

After meeting Juliet just once Romeo rushes over to Friar Lawrence begging him to marry Juliet that day. “Then plainly know, my heart’s dear love is set on the fair daughter of rich Capulet; … Save what thou must combine by holy marriage… but this I pray, that thou consent to marry us today”. (2.3.57-64). There was no need to get married so urgently and if Romeo had postponed the marriage this may have given time for Friar Lawrence to come up with a better plan to persuade the Montagues and the Capulets to give consent. If Romeo had thought about the consequences of marrying a Capulet rather than being guided by passion then the outcome may have been different. Subsequently, Romeo’s actions, rather than Friar Laurence’s, are to blame for the tragedy.
Another major character that has contributed to the death of Romeo and Juliet is Tybalt Capulet, due to his ‘hot headed’ attitude and his short temper. Tybalt demonstrates a love of violence and is a loyal swordsmen who harbours pure hatred for the Montagues. At the beginning of the play, when Benvolio and Tybalt get into an argument, Tybalt says: “What? Drawn and you talk of peace? I hate the word/as I hate hell, all Montagues, and thee./ Have at thee, coward!” (1.1.64-66). Tybalt has a thirst for violence and is always quick to draw his sword. He is a trouble maker who causes most of the friction between the two families. It could also be said that the Capulets in

Get Access