As always, the play will be discussed in terms of its actions, the moral lessons, its Biblical and Cultural references, and Shakespeare’s constant concern with the relations between the Catholic Church and the English state. Techniques of construction and language will be highlighted as possible. Romeo and Juliet is perhaps the most misunderstood well-loved play of the bard of Avon. As a tragedy, we must keep in mind that it is based on a fault of the main characters, at the least. But there is fault enough to go around to many in the play. So easy is it to get on the wrong side of this play that Shakespeare had to write A Midsummer Night’s Dream, a true comedy, to help his audience figure it out.