The Theme Of Hate In Romeo And Juliet By William Shakespeare

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Time may be the overseer of all actions but it is passion that is the true motivator for these actions, whether these actions are for love or for hate. In Romeo and Juliet, the romantic tragedy written by William Shakespeare is about love, hate and passion, William Shakespeare demonstrates throughout the play and through the actions of most of his characters that an individual will do anything to fuel their passion, no matter what the cost.

The hate in an individual can cause and motivate him or her to do irrational things. Shakespeare even emphasizes the point that when a loved one has passed on, due to someone else, that individuals seek vengeance. This point is proven when Romeo says “This day's black fate on more days doth depend/This

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