A Character Analysis Of Friar Laurence's Soliloquy '

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During Friar Laurence’s Soliloquy, he is presented as a holy man who is trusted and respected by the other characters. Friar Laurence is a friend and advisor to Romeo and Juliet. As Friar Laurence is on his way to go inform the Montague’s on the tragic situation he contemplates on his options on what to do. “I can flee forever or get the parents of the dead Romeo and bring them to him in the tomb.” Friar Laurence conveys the idea that in every situation that there is a good and bad option in dealing with the problem. Friar Laurence can take the selfish route and flee, or he can confront the Montague’s. With friar Laurence being good companions with both the Capulet and Montague’s. “I thought I was going to resolve this family feud.” Friar

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