Romeo and Juliet or the Sin of Secrecy

Abstract

The sad fate of Juliet and Romeo in Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet is yet factual that it cannot be confined to the world of imagination, for the theme of the suicide of lovers among the youth remains topical nowadays. The purpose of this article is to explore the crucial role of secrecy in the tragedy between the Capulets and the Montagues. Secrecy involves concealing information from others, even from those close to us whom we should trust. This article points out that secrecy, though necessary in some matters, especially those concerning love, should be moderated to avoid irreversible consequences.