How Does Hamlet Himself Die
Hamlet’s Himself Die
Humankind, since its inception, has been on a collective quest to define the true meaning of life. Not only the purpose of humankind’s existence but, as well as the role humans play in the vastness of an endlessly expanding universe. This very inquiry has sparked countless theories, philosophies and controversial ridden debates with the sole intention of seeking the truth of humankind’s purpose beyond what meets the eye. Hamlet of William Shakespeare’s Hamlet is on a similar quest to enlighten himself on his own purpose, which are revealed through the events that transpire in the play. Hamlet follows the story of the Prince of Denmark, Hamlet. Closely following after his father’s death, his newly widowed mother remarries …show more content…
Hamlet’s uncle, Claudius, whom Hamlet despises. Later, he is given the mission to enact revenge on his uncle, who he learns, murdered Hamlet’s father. Through his endeavours of grief, anger, revenge and finally, death, readers learn about nature of human behaviour.
Although Hamlet is frequently labeled as a character ridden with existential angst due to his frequent contemplation of death, it is anything but the case. There is no question that Hamlet is a purveyor of his own existence and is no stranger to being overtly analytical but, this seldom provokes existential actions in his life. In fact, much of Hamlet’s behaviours and inner thoughts prove to be anti-existential. There are four major instances of Hamlet adopting anti-existential outlooks that ultimately result is the tragic hero’s downfall. Firstly, after his father’s death, he begins to loathe the only person remaining in his life who he truly loves, his mother. Secondly, the anti-existentialist’s mentality unjustly prevents him from committing suicide. Thirdly, Hamlet not only kills but justifies the murder he commits of an innocent nobleman, Polonius. Finally, all the above occurrences lead to him an event where he allows fate to determine his demise. Therefore, it is evident upon analysis of Shakespeare’s Hamlet through an existential lens that Hamlet ultimately suffers because he allows himself to make personal decisions based on anti-existential doctrine as opposed to making decisions that will positively affect
him in his current life. It is for this reason that readers are able to witness the consequences of allowing pseudo moral guidelines to dictate their actions in their daily lives in a meaningless pursuit of living a perfect life. Rather, it is encouraged that people live their lives based on what brings themselves happiness, satisfaction and expand their potential as a human being to flourish.
Humankind, since its inception, has been on a collective quest to define the true meaning of life. Not only the purpose of humankind’s existence but, as well as the role humans play in the vastness of an endlessly expanding universe. This very inquiry has sparked countless theories, philosophies and controversial ridden debates with the sole intention of seeking the truth of humankind’s purpose beyond what meets the eye. Hamlet of William Shakespeare’s Hamlet is on a similar quest to enlighten himself on his own purpose, which are revealed through the events that transpire in the play. Hamlet follows the story of the Prince of Denmark, Hamlet. Closely following after his father’s death, his newly widowed mother remarries …show more content…
Hamlet’s uncle, Claudius, whom Hamlet despises. Later, he is given the mission to enact revenge on his uncle, who he learns, murdered Hamlet’s father. Through his endeavours of grief, anger, revenge and finally, death, readers learn about nature of human behaviour.
Although Hamlet is frequently labeled as a character ridden with existential angst due to his frequent contemplation of death, it is anything but the case. There is no question that Hamlet is a purveyor of his own existence and is no stranger to being overtly analytical but, this seldom provokes existential actions in his life. In fact, much of Hamlet’s behaviours and inner thoughts prove to be anti-existential. There are four major instances of Hamlet adopting anti-existential outlooks that ultimately result is the tragic hero’s downfall. Firstly, after his father’s death, he begins to loathe the only person remaining in his life who he truly loves, his mother. Secondly, the anti-existentialist’s mentality unjustly prevents him from committing suicide. Thirdly, Hamlet not only kills but justifies the murder he commits of an innocent nobleman, Polonius. Finally, all the above occurrences lead to him an event where he allows fate to determine his demise. Therefore, it is evident upon analysis of Shakespeare’s Hamlet through an existential lens that Hamlet ultimately suffers because he allows himself to make personal decisions based on anti-existential doctrine as opposed to making decisions that will positively affect
him in his current life. It is for this reason that readers are able to witness the consequences of allowing pseudo moral guidelines to dictate their actions in their daily lives in a meaningless pursuit of living a perfect life. Rather, it is encouraged that people live their lives based on what brings themselves happiness, satisfaction and expand their potential as a human being to flourish.