Friar Laurence uses poor judgement to marry Romeo and Juliet, resulting in the devastating losses of Romeo and Juliet. Friar Laurence, an adult figure Romeo trusts, knows about Romeo’s obsession with Rosaline. Friar Laurence even admits to himself that Romeo found a new love too quickly. The Friar jokes with Romeo saying “an old tear” lies on Romeo’s cheek from weeping about Rosaline (2.3.77). Romeo is only looking at the looks but not the heart of Juliet. The Friar reluctantly marries Romeo and Juliet only to unite the Montagues and Capulets. The Friar makes an irresponsible decision to marry two young teens with little to no guidance from adult figures. Furthermore, Friar Laurence knows two families frequently brawl and feud in the streets
