How does Capulet's attitude now differ from his attitude when Paris first came to ask for juliets hand in marriage?

Answer 1

When Paris first asks for Juliet's hand Capulet says that she is too young to marry and he should wait two years. He even says that even if he agrees, the final say belongs to Juliet. He later holds a dinner saying basically that Juliet is one of many beautiful ladies. It is uncertain as to whether he wanted Paris to find someone else to marry or if he was just being a modest father. After Romeo's death, Juliet is told that she is to marry Paris and if she refuses then she can tell her father if she dares.

Answer 2

Initially, Capulet was hesitant to give consent for Juliet's marriage to Paris. However, after Tybalt's death, Capulet changes his mind and hastens the wedding plans, thinking it will bring Juliet comfort and joy. This shift demonstrates Capulet's evolving priorities and desire to see his daughter happy, despite his previous reservations.

Answer 3

Here is a modern Translation of their conversation. Basically, Capulet says no, then rethinks his answer and tell Paris that yes, you may have her hand in marriage, but only if she truly loves you back. So Woo her

CAPULETBut Montague is bound as well as I,

In penalty alike. And 'tis not hard, I think,

For men so old as we to keep the peace.

CAPULET(continuing a conversation) But Montague has sworn an oath just like I have, and he's under the same penalty. I don't think it will be hard for men as old as we are to keep the peace.

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PARISOf honorable reckoning are you both.

And pity 'tis you lived at odds so long.

But now, my lord, what say you to my suit?

PARISYou both have honorable reputations, and it's too bad you've been enemies for so long. But what do you say to my request?

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CAPULETBut saying o'er what I have said before.

My child is yet a stranger in the world.

She hath not seen the change of fourteen years.

Let two more summers wither in their pride

Ere we may think her ripe to be a bride.

CAPULETI can only repeat what I've said before. My daughter is still very young. She's not even fourteen years old. Let's wait two more summers before we start thinking she's ready to get married.

PARISYounger than she are happy mothers made.

PARISGirls younger than she often marry and become happy mothers.

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25CAPULETAnd too soon marred are those so early made.

Earth hath swallowed all my hopes but she.

She's the hopeful lady of my earth.

But woo her, gentle Paris, get her heart.

My will to her consent is but a part.

An she agreed within her scope of choice,

Lies my consent and fair according voice.

This night I hold an old accustomed feast,

Whereto I have invited many a guest

Such as I love. And you among the store,

One more, most welcome, makes my number more.

At my poor house look to behold this night

Earth-treading stars that make dark heaven light.

CAPULETGirls who marry so young grow up too soon. But go ahead and charm her, gentle Paris; make her love you. My permission is only part of her decision. If she agrees to marry you, my blessing and fair words will confirm her choice. Tonight I'm having a feast that we've celebrated for many years. I've invited many of my closest friends, and I'd like to welcome you and add you to the guest list. At my humble house tonight, you can expect to see dazzling stars that walk on the ground and light the sky from below.