Merit's answer to 'whats the point of studying Hamlet?'

I think there is a value to studying Hamlet for countless reasons. First of all, Hamlet is a classic and it's Shakespeare's most famous play. I think everyone should have read Hamlet at least once in their life - it should be part of everyone's general knowledge.The themes in Hamlet, such as jealousy, revenge and love are all still relevant today and people still face and fight the same struggles as Hamlet. I'm sure thousands of people question their purpose in life and the purpose of life in general. The language is obviously challenging, especially if English isn't your first language, but it's rewarding to understand the complexity of the play. Reading Hamlet helps you articulate yourself and it enriches your vocabulary. Hamlet has great pathos and it expands an individual's horizon, therefore it's an enduring piece of literature.
-Merit