Does Julius Caesar deserve to die? This question has been plaguing Brutus since his first appearance in the play, but he has finally come to a decision. In his soliloquy at the beginning of Act II, Brutus explains the reasons that led him to join the conspiracy. Are these reasons justification for the assassination of Caesar, or are they the attempted rationalization of an atrocious deed? Though Brutus seems convinced that he has justified his choice, his argument may not be as concrete as he believes. Brutus begins his soliloquy by saying that he has no personal grievance with Caesar, but he believes that killing Caesar is best for the people of Rome(II, i, 10-12). It seems he is trying to convey that he is an honorable man because
