Philosophy on life and death is usually determined by a number of things. Religion, culture, traditions and family usually have something to do with the beliefs humans might have. During the course of a lifetime, experiences and accomplishments have a major influence on how we think as adults. During the play Hamlet, Hamlet's philosophies on life and death change significantly, due to the recent events in his life. In Hamlet's first soliloquy he reveals to …showed first 75 words of 990 total…

…showed last 75 words of 990 total…accept all that it's going to throw your way. Before the sword fight with Laertes and the conclusion of the play, Hamlet decides he's ready to take whatever is in store for him. In truth, there is fate, but it only takes you so far, then the rest is up to you. Works Cited Page The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark By William Shakespeare Ó 1958 by Simon & Schuster, Inc. Pocket books, New York, NY.