I think the three witches are essential to the play. They have setup the entire plot of the play from the very beginning by 'predicting' what is going to happen later in the play. Either the play goes along with exactly what they have predicted, or they will be proven useless, as none of their predictions will have come true.
However, we learn right away in Act 1 that their first prediction is already coming true! Macbeth, soon after being told he would become the "Thane of Cawdor", actually becomes the Thane of Cawdor! King Duncan bestows this title on Macbeth for his valiant bravery in battle, helping win the day! So, already, we can tell that the witches are special and can see into the future.
Now, what I am concerned about is if Macbeth decides that he doesn't need to worry about the Witches and their predictions, and instead, just live a comfortable life as the Thane of Cawdor. Can Macbeth avoid his destiny to become King one day? Can he change the future, or is this his destiny? Can any of us really change our destiny? Is Destiny different from Fate? I am very interested to see how this will all play out! I have a feeling that the three witches are playing with Macbeth, and using him like a puppet to do their bidding.
Good morning! I have also teach Macbeth and have so for the 22 of my 27 years teaching. I'm always looking for interesting and different approaches. I am having my students blog, and giving them the opportunity to respond to mine as well as their classmates.
ReplyDeleteBut why should one blame destiny for all the evil deeds of human. Macbeth has done a series of crimes only due to the evils in his own mind. It would be quite illogical to blame any external authorities for his deeds. Please visit Shakespeare Essay Writing Service for in-depth analysis on Macbeth.
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