Romeo refers to Friar Lawrence as a "ghostly father" because the friar is like a spiritual guide to him, offering advice and guidance in a time of crisis. The term "ghostly" can also imply a sense of otherworldliness or wisdom beyond the physical realm, highlighting the friar's role as a mentor and confidant to Romeo. Additionally, the friar's position as a religious figure adds to his perceived authority and influence over Romeo's decisions.
Friar Lawrence. "Ghostly" here means "spiritual"; the Friar is Romeo's spiritual father, as indeed all priests are.
Romeo, Juliet, and Friar Lawrence are in Friar Lawrence's cell.
At various times, Benvolio, Mercutio, the Nurse, Friar Lawrence, Romeo's father, Friar Lawrence's friend Friar John and Romeo's servant Balthazar all try to do things which they think will help Romeo. And Juliet too, of course.
Friar Lawrence is sure that Romeo was at Juliets all night.
It was both Romeo's and Juliet's idea to marry eachother.
Friar Lawrence. "Ghostly" here means "spiritual"; the Friar is Romeo's spiritual father, as indeed all priests are.
Romeo calls Friar Laurence his "ghostly father" because the friar has taken on a paternal role in providing guidance and support to Romeo, especially in matters of love and relationships. The term "ghostly" emphasizes the spiritual and moral guidance that Friar Laurence offers Romeo.
Friar Lawrence married Romeo and Juliet in his cell.
The name of Romeo's spiritual advisor is Friar Lawrence.
Romeo, Juliet, and Friar Lawrence are in Friar Lawrence's cell.
At various times, Benvolio, Mercutio, the Nurse, Friar Lawrence, Romeo's father, Friar Lawrence's friend Friar John and Romeo's servant Balthazar all try to do things which they think will help Romeo. And Juliet too, of course.
Friar Lawrence is sure that Romeo was at Juliets all night.
It was both Romeo's and Juliet's idea to marry eachother.
Only his spiritual father. Romeo's biological father and mother appear in Act 1 Scene 1.
Friar Lawrence entrusts Friar John with the important letter to Romeo, instructing him to deliver it to Romeo in Mantua. However, Friar John is unable to get the letter to Romeo in time due to being quarantined.
Friar Lawrence sent the note to Romeo on the same day of Juliet's supposed death.
Friar Lawrence sends a letter to Romeo, who is in Mantua, detailing his plan to fake the death of Juliet, and have Romeo bring her to Mantua where they can both live happily ever after. He gives the letter to Friar John, who is supposed to bring the letter to Romeo ASAP. Friar John never makes it to Romeo, because he was quarantined due to an outbreak of the Plague. Therefore, he brought the letter back to Friar Lawrence. This messed up Friar Lawrence' plan, as he had already set it in motion.