Whose Fault is It Really?

Over the past millennia, humans have developed several ways to resolve disputes, ranging from lawsuits to various negotiation methods. But what is the true purpose behind these procedures? All of these approaches eventually lead to the source of the problem that caused the dilemma, and therefore, we attempt to figure out a solution once we find the problem. However, it is not that simple. It is human instinct to find blame for the perpetrators and wrongdoers who may have caused the specific problem. But what would happen if we could not prove anyone guilty because every single person could be involved in some kind of way? Who can we blame? William Shakespeare’s tragedy Romeo and Juliet describes a passionate love affair between two adolescents from feuding families that inevitably results in the two lovers’ tragic deaths. In this case, several individuals can be considered for causing Romeo and Juliet’s deaths, including Juliet’s parents, the friar who consummated the couple’s marriage, or even the lovers themselves. Nevertheless, we can also blame intangible factors like fate, Romeo’s immaturity for romantic love, or the feuding situation between the two families. Mainly, though, destiny plays a substantial role in manifesting itself through events such as accidents and untimely deaths. However, Lord and Lady Capulet, Juliet’s parents, also contribute greatly to the lovers’ deaths because they did not consider or allow Juliet to express her true romantic feelings. Although fate, an aspect that exhibits itself in certain circumstances, is responsible for Romeo and Juliet’s deaths, ultimately it is Lord and Lady Capulet who are responsible for inducing Romeo and Juliet’s deaths due to disregarding Juliet and her romantic preference...

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... market. Some political candidates also tend to allege opposing parties to receive more votes. In addition, the media has criticized many celebrities and other people who may have done something wrongful. However, accusing people repeatedly does not produce any positive results or progress towards a solution – the presented problem will only become worse and harder to deal with. If we already know the cause of the complication, then why should we keep blaming each other when we can devise possible ways to it? The dilemma presents an opportunity to move on with life and accept that there is no use in blaming the wrongdoer, and thus, we shall learn from this experience and prevent it from happening again in the future.

Works Cited

Shakespeare, William. Romeo and Juliet (Shakespeare Made Easy). 1st U.S. ed.

Hauppauge NY: Barron's Educational Series, 1985. Print.