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Exploring the role of Friar Lawrence in Act 2, Scene 3 of 'Romeo and Juliet'

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I can explain the role of Friar Lawrence and his relationship to Romeo within Act 2, Scene 3 of ‘Romeo and Juliet’.

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In Elizabethan England, religion played a central role in people’s lives. Friar Lawrence’s role as an advisor to Romeo and Juliet arguably represents the importance of religion. Friar Lawrence’s speech in Act 2, Scene 3 indicates his knowledge of human nature and emotions. Shakespeare arguably presents Friar Lawrence and Romeo as having a very close relationship.

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