22/10/2024
https://www.bunpeiris.org/bunpeiriss-lecture-series-part-2-romeo-and-juliet-love-and-conflict/ Man, do you want to talk love? Read the first verbal thrust and parry at the feast and monologue, result, and dialogue at the balcony. Here is the juiciest love talk ever. Learn to talk love.
[Audience erupts in laughter]
Now, come’n , do not misunderstand, not in school, goddamitman, In university. Get to university where the fun is.
Now, what do we see here? Romeo is not only complimenting Juliet but elevating her to the status of something sacred, something holy. Such is her beauty, innocence radiated in her face and demeanor, she seems an angel and saint at once. This metaphor, where he compares her to a saint and himself to a pilgrim, reflects a deep emotional connection beyond just physical attraction. [*1] Words like “holy” and “gentle” convey tenderness. Romeo’s feelings are respectful and admiring. They reflect a love that is soft, kind, and full of reverence.[*2] Do you see how tenderness here is not just about softness but also a kind of spiritual respect for Juliet?
bunPeiris's lectures 2; Rpme and Juliet: Love and conflict How does Shakespeare introduce the themes of love and conflict in Act 1, Scene 5 of Romeo and Juliet?