It is vital and imperative that emotions be tempered by wisdom and knowledge so that from our experiences and the experiences of others we can learn from and take control of our emotions and sensibly manage and control situations. Without being wise and thinking about our actions, rash decisions and erratic behaviour take over our lives. This is significantly demonstrated throughout the play of Romeo and Juliet.

Throughout the play, the two lovers Romeo and Juliet acknowledged the wisdom of Friar Lawrence and it was through his wisdom they kept their emotions, decisions and choices under control. The Friar was the only character, which the two, together, could confide in, and he was the only one who would help them both. He had strength of mind and temperance. Throughout the play he acts as their mentor and adviser, sharing with them words of wisdom, which they could take...