Romeo and Juliet, Act 2, Scene 6 summary
Act 2, Scene 6 of 26 · 2 min to read the scene
In Act 2, Scene 6, Romeo eagerly awaits marriage, Friar Lawrence urges moderation, and Juliet arrives to express a love beyond words. The friar leads them away to perform the ceremony, moving their joyful meeting toward marriage without showing the wedding itself.
What happens
- Friar Lawrence hopes the marriage brings no sorrow, while Romeo says their present joy outweighs any suffering.
- The friar warns that intense pleasures can destroy themselves and advises steady, moderate love.
- Juliet arrives and exchanges greetings with the friar and Romeo.
- Romeo asks Juliet to describe her happiness, but she says her love exceeds language and measurement.
- Friar Lawrence leads the lovers away and refuses to leave them alone before their marriage.
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In this scene
What to notice
The friar challenges Romeo's unrestrained joy. His warning introduces danger into a meeting devoted to love and marriage.
Quick check
What does Friar Lawrence insist on before leaving the lovers alone?
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