In the play Romeo and Juliet, Friar Lawrence is to blame for the deaths of the young couple. Throughout the story, he shows secrecy and dishonesty in his plans, which are not befitting of someone in his position as a priest. His poor decisions lead to a tragic outcome. Friar Lawrence's choice to marry Romeo and Juliet in secret demonstrates his lack of foresight and the potential consequences of his actions. As a clergyman who is aware of the ongoing feud between the Capulet and Montague families, he should have considered the longstanding conflict and the volatile nature of their relationship that has resulted in much bloodshed in the past. By marrying them without the knowledge of Juliet's parents, he puts them in a dangerous situation. This secret marriage becomes the foundation for further deceit in the …show more content…
This scheme reveals a profound lack of judgment. By devising such a plan, he ignores the emotional harm it could cause to Juliet's family. Instead of seeking a peaceful solution or attempting to mediate the situation, the friar takes matters into his own hands, setting off a chain of events that leads to the tragic deaths of Romeo and Juliet. Friar Lawrence's actions highlight his poor decision-making and disregard for the potential repercussions of his plans. Even after implementing the plan, Friar Lawrence makes another fatal mistake by failing to ensure reliable communication between himself and Romeo. He entrusts Friar John with a crucial message, expecting it to be delivered reliably to Romeo. However, his reliance on Friar John and the lack of a backup plan underscore Friar Lawrence's poor judgment. If he had taken more responsibility in ensuring that Romeo received the important information, he might have avoided the tragedy. Friar Lawrence's failure to effectively communicate and execute his plans emphasizes his role in the demise of Romeo and