Act 2 scene 3 summary of key points:
We meet Friar Lawrence and Romeo arrives to ask him to perform his marriage to Juliet.
The Friar expresses surprise that Romeo wishes to marry Juliet and comments on the fickle nature of young love.
Friar Lawrence agrees to conduct the ceremony in an effort to unite the warring families.
Why is this scene important?
When we see Friar Lawrence for the first time he is collecting herbs: by discussing the poisonous properties of one, he hints at future events.
We see the trusted relationship between the Friar and Romeo.
The Friar agrees to marry Romeo and Juliet because he believes that this may lead to a reconciliation between the two families.