Theme Of Pain In Romeo And Juliet

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In Act 1 of Romeo and Juliet, Shakespeare develops the theme of love and pain through characterization of Romeo's rash decisions and Friar Lawrence´s response. This theme is first introduced in Act 2, Scene 6 when Romeo first enters with Friar Lawrance into his cell, having a conversation with Romeo about his upcoming marriage with Juliet. “Do thou but close our hands with holy words, Then love-devouring death do what he dare,“ (2.6.6-7). Explaining that Romeo is so in love with Juliet that he is willing to die for her. Friar warns Romeo about such things shortly after. “These violent delights have violent ends And in their triumph die like fire and powder,“(2.6.9-10). Friar warns Romeo that the strong love that he may have for Juliet may end