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“I beg for justice, which you, Prince, must give. Romeo killed Tybalt; Romeo must not live.” quote by William Shakespeare
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““I beg for justice, which you, Prince, must give. Romeo killed Tybalt; Romeo must not live.””

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: Romeo and Juliet, Act III, Scene 1, 1595

Romeo seeks justice for Tybalt’s death, demanding his own death.

In simple terms: Romeo wants revenge and death.

Key Takeaway

Consider the cost of vengeance.

Themes

justice revenge tragedy

Mood

tragic intense

Type

dramatic literary

When to use this quote

  • family feuds
  • legal disputes
  • personal vendettas

Key Concepts

moral conflict fatalism

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is vengeance ever justified?
  • What alternatives exist to violent retribution?
A Different Perspective

Revenge often escalates conflict.

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