And we already know that when Hamlet's path crossed that of Fortinbras fighting Poland for a patch of land, he found a great deal in the other man to admire. Hamlet's story will clear the way for this to happen. Second, as Hamlet does not leave an heir, he believes that the throne and Denmark will go to Young Fortinbras.
Hamlet's name will need to be cleared of all blame. First, to put the minds of the court at ease, understanding that Hamlet's father was murdered by his brother. These questions will need to be answered for two reasons. To all appearances, Hamlet is a murderer. Without knowing the details, Claudius (as King) has been stabbed and asked for help. Recall that when Hamlet stabs his murderous uncle, the assembly cries: In terms of the contextual relevance, those present in the chamber will need to hear the truth Horatio is the only one who knows. Thou livest report me and my cause aright Here, thou incestuous, murderous, damned Dane,ĭrink off this potion! Is thy union here?Īs Hamlet is dying, he asks Horatio to share news of what has happened: The point envenom'd too! Then, venom, to thy work. Hamlet runs at Claudius and not only stabs him with the poison-tipped sword, but forces some of the poisoned wine down his throat as well. He confirms the cause of Gertrude's death, but points his finger of accusation to the King who has orchestrated all of this. Laertes admits he is responsible and the same sword has poisoned him. Hamlet learns he is poisoned and there is no antidote. The treacherous instrument is in thy hand,
In thee there is not half an hour of life. No medicine in the world can do thee good. Laertes is also dying and clarifies what has happened: He has already been cut by the poisoned sword, but he does not know it. As she dies and tells her son what has happened, Hamlet demands that the doors be locked. Things quickly spiral out of control once Gertrude drinks the poison intended for Hamlet. In Shakespeare's Hamlet, Act Five, scene two, Hamlet has been poisoned by Laertes in Claudius' plot to have the Prince of Denmark killed.
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