Explain Why The Friar Is To Blame In Romeo And Juliet

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Shakespeare’s famous play, Romeo and Juliet, is a famous piece of literature known all across the world. However, the ending is questionable, and the deaths of the star-crossed lovers are ones that certainly might upset the average romance enjoyer. But who is to blame for these deaths? It is by far the most reasonable decision to accredit such a disaster to none other than Friar Laurence.

One reason the Friar is to blame is because he married Romeo and Juliet despite having doubts. He is especially hesitant because Romeo is quick to marry Juliet after being with Rosaline. This can be supported by Act II, Scene 3, “Holy Saint Francis, what a change is here! Is Rosaline, that thou didst love so dear, so soon forsaken? Young men’s love then lies