A Study on the Ethics in Shakespeare’s Plays

Abstract

From Shakespeare’s eulogy to kindness, his views on life and death, his eulogy to love, his interpretation of forgiveness and his views on marriage in his plays, we can detect the ethics in Shakespeare’s plays, which are intrinsically linked to Christian ethics. Christian ethics play an extremely important role in Shakespeare’s plays. They are the core elements that shape characters’ behaviors, drive plot conflicts, and explore the essence of human nature and morality, rather than mere religious preaching—elevating the works to a depth of thought far beyond ordinary dramas. Christian ethics serve as implicit guidelines for Shakespeare’s characters when making choices.