Examples Of Rash Action In Hamlet

A prominent theme is Shakespeare’s Hamlet is the difficulty and uncertainty of action. The play contains many examples of action and contrasts hasty, rash action with planned, conscious action. Claudius’ murder of his brother exemplifies a rash action, because although he attained immediate gratification, he was plagued by guilt and eventually murdered as well. Additionally, Laertes’ desire for quick revenge backfired and contributed to the death of the royal family. While Hamlet’s delay of action may paint him as a more conscientious plotter, he is also guilty of hasty action such as the murder of Polonius. Hamlet’s delay of immediate revenge could be viewed as a lack of dedication, it could also be seen as a wiser and more thoughtful

Several characters differ in how they treat their friends. Characters like Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are examples of false friendship and manipulation, while Horatio is an example of true friendship and loyalty. In the end, Horatio is praised and asked to share Hamlet’s story, while Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are murdered at Hamlet’s command. This contrast shows how true friendship is invaluable and rewarded while false friendship is a mistake and will be punished. This theme teaches readers how to act towards friends through showing the consequences of

The role, as well as the fear, of salvation or damnation affected characters decisions and actions. For example, since the ghost has been sentenced to suffer in purgatory, he wishes that his murderer should suffer the same fate. This affects Hamlet’s decision not to kill Claudius when he was praying. If he had, many deaths could have been prevented, but he wanted to ensure Claudius’ damnation. Additionally, Hamlet’s delay of action was influenced by a fear of damnation and a desire for salvation. If the ghost had been a devil sent to tempt him and play to his angers, he could have damned himself by killed his uncle. While Hamlet dealt with salvation and damnation, Ophelia also experienced issues. After her death, there was debate as to whether or not she should be allowed a Christian burial. As the Priest harshly stated, “She should in ground unsanctified been lodged till the last trumpet” (5.1.29-30). The gravediggers were also under the impression that she was only given a proper burial after being suspected of suicide because of her rank in society. The importance of salvation and fear of damnation influenced many characters and led to new plot