Concept of Love

tells Romeo and Juliet to not rush too quickly in their relationship. The Friar also gave advice to Romeo when he was "in love" with Rosaline. All of these examples show that Friar Lawrence had a truly holy and respectful view of marriage.

This is one of many views of love in Romeo and Juliet. Romeo and Juliet's love is indeed the main focus of the story, since it is so powerful. It is true love, and far outweighs the love for Rosaline that Romeo dealt with early in the story. This is demonstrated by the balcony scene in the Lord Capulet's orchard. Their long encounter is all about them professing their love for one another. Romeo says, "O, speak again, bright angel, for thou art as glorious to this night, being o'er my head, as is a winged messenger of heaven..."(Act 2, Scene 2, 26-28) Juliet is talking to herself on the balcony and is upset over the fact that Romeo is part of an enemy family. Romeo and Juliet's deep love for one another moves them to give up anything for the other. During the balcony