I believe that Macbeth’s downfall is a result of his own ambition and greed. He always wanted more and more and was never pleased with what he had. His judgement was clouded by his thirst for more. He never really felt secure so he took drastic measures to ensure he would be safe but they only made him feel worse. When the Witches told him the prophecies that sparked something in him. He murders his own king and sent murderers to kill his best friend. He was never truly satisfied and he never got to enjoy the reign as king. He was always paranoid and alert. He tried too hard to control his destiny but maybe if he had just let it control itself he would have had a better outcome. Ultimately Macbeth was his own worst enemy and the biggest factor
In William Shakespeare’s The Tragedy of Macbeth, Macbeth, a once honored and valiant Thane, abandons all virtue after three meddling witches prophesize his ascent to the Scottish throne. Consumed by his ambition and encouraged by his malevolent wife, Macbeth sets forth on a downward spiral of murderous treason and tyranny that subsequently leads to his own demise. This Shakespearean tragedy explores betrayal, manipulation and the blood lust that adjoins a relentless climb for power. Hovering behind the narrative are various supernatural forces and visions that seem to be present during each terrible act. Subsequently, a question prevails whether Macbeth’s downfall is result of his own flaw or if these forces possess a vice-like hold over
A character’s tragic downfall is often influenced by other characters, but this is not the case in Shakespeare’s tragedy Macbeth. Macbeth conforms to the conditions of a tragic hero because in the beginning of the play, Macbeth is an honourable and trustworthy nobleman to King Duncan and all of Scotland. However, throughout the play, Macbeth commits evil deeds such betrayal, treason, and murder solely because of his ambitions to remain in power. Macbeth murders others upon hearing the witches’ prophecies and even proceeds to return to them to remain in power. Macbeth is influenced and manipulated by his wife Lady Macbeth and The Witches, but he is ultimately responsible for his own tragic downfall. Macbeth’s tragic downfall is caused by his ‘vaulting ambition’ to become king. Thus, Macbeth has no one but his ruthless, cruel, and greedy self to blame for his own tragic downfall.
In the play “Macbeth”, ambition is represented as a dangerous quality, it triggers the fall from power of not only Macbeth but also Lady Macbeth. Macbeth's desire to do great things is 'driven' by certain factors some of which include: Prophesy- The witches give a prediction that Macbeth will become King. Another factor would be his wife, Lady Macbeth- his wife encourages Macbeth to overcome his powerful sense of guilt and take action on the predictions. Shortly, Macbeth’s ambition spirals out of control and this forces him to murder again and again, to cover up his previous mistakes. Now ambition doesn’t come as a privilege all throughout the play does it? In fact this Ambition has many consequences one of which is Lady Macbeth who commits
Macbeth’s selfishness and greed also cause him his greatest downfall ending up in his death. Macbeth’s greed of having power caused Macbeth ambition to do whatever he could in his power to get what he wanted allowing him to have the guts to kill Banquo and Duncan’s wife and daughter. Macbeth’s greed of power and riches that come from his wife degrading him, making him feel like nothing causes his ambition for success. Also Macbeth’s foolishness and selfishness cause everything to come crashing down on Macbeth. Macbeths selfishness and foolishness causes him into killing Banquo because he wants all the power and money for himself and Macbeths’ selfishness in killing Duncan’s son knowing he will be the next to air the throne makes Macbeth feel extremely greedy making him kill Duncan family hoping that he will forever be king. Macbeth’s foolishness of believing the witches that nothing could kill him and that he was basically immortal unless the forest moved. Also ruined Macbeth because it made him cocky and not afraid of anything at all and when fear disappears from your life you’re looking for trouble and will eventually get hurt.
And thou opposed, being of no woman born, Yet I will try the last. Before my body. I throw my warlike shield. Lay on, Macduff, And damn'd be him that first cries, 'Hold, enough!’’ Macbeth’s heinous and savage acts are driven by his consuming desires and ambition.
In William Shakespeare’s Macbeth, the main character, Macbeth, is a brave and loyal subject to the King of Scotland, but as the play progresses, his character begins to change drastically. Evil and unnatural powers, as well as his own passion to become king, take over his better half and eventually lead to his downfall. The three main factors that intertwine with one another that contribute to Macbeth’s tragic end are the prophecies told by the three witches, Lady Macbeth’s influence, and finally, Macbeth’s excessive passion and ambition which drove his desire to become king to the utmost extreme. The prophecy told by the three witches was what triggers the other factors that contribute to Macbeth s downfall. In the first act, the witches
Lastly, we find Macbeth himself as the ultimate protagonist that causes his own demise. In the beginning of the play Macbeth is recognised because of his bravery and courage during the Scottish battle. A battle where he was awarded for murder and ironically that was his downfall in the end. Because of his already present power craving and ambitions the prophecy from the witches proved to be the confirmation he needed to put his plan in motion, no matter the costs. As mentioned before equivocation takes place with the target being Macbeth.
When one wants something bad enough, the lines between right and wrong tend to blur. In William Shakespeare’s “Macbeth,” the relationship between ambition and corruption is explored. Firstly, Macbeth’s inability to control his urges to know his fate leads him to listen to The Weird Sister’s prophecies, which eventually causes his unhealthy desire for power. Next, Lady Macbeth’s strong ambition to kill the King leads to a corruption of her mental state and behavioural standards. Lastly, Macbeth’s aspiration to rule Scotland leads to a harmful greed for power and the betrayal of his morals. In summary, one’s demonstration of an overly ambitious nature can lead to corruption and an excessive desire for power.
Many of people have heard the tragedy of Macbeth by William Shakespeare. The story revolves on a sequence of misfortunate events that take place when Macbeth makes immoral decisions to be king. In the play, Shakespeare shows how power can cause corruption in a human’s brain. Macbeth himself was not a very confident person, though he had a kind soul to begin with, he was easily influenced and gullible. Through the prophecies of the evil beings, an insignificant seed was planted in Macbeth. That spark of wealth and fortune caused the tyrant within him to awake. Which eventually lead to his fatal death. His ambition lead him to murder, go insane and become very superstitious.
Macbeth's Downfall The classic plot structure in Shakespeare focuses on what characters say but what they do. Macbeth's arrogance was his major downfall. The climax of Macbeth is the turning point of abuse of power. Since Macbeth got away with murder for two reasons, his propaganda campaign and his reputation. Macbeth's murder of Duncan in Act 2 represents the point of no return, then Macbeth continues butchering his subjects to avoid the consequences of his crime.
In William Shakespeare's Macbeth, the main character, Macbeth, is a brave and loyal subject to the King of Scotland, but as the play progresses, his character begins to change drastically. Evil and unnatural powers, as well as his own passion to become king, take over his better half and eventually lead to his downfall. The three main factors that intertwine with one another that contribute to Macbeth's tragic end are the prophecies told by the three witches, Lady Macbeth's influence, and finally, Macbeth's excessive passion and ambition which drove his desire to become king to the utmost extreme. The prophecy told by the three witches was what triggers the other factors that contribute to Macbeth s downfall. In the first act, the witches
The tragic downfall of Macbeth can be contributed to several key factors. Macbeth’s downfall can be attributed to his blind ambition, the influence of Lady Macbeth and Macbeth’s own insecurities and misgivings. Blind ambition combined with immoral goals, with Lady Macbeth’s influence and Macbeth’s personal doubts all lead to his inevitable downfall.
Macbeth is one of William Shakespeare’s most powerful and emotionally intense plays. Macbeth, once known for his courage and bravery is transformed into a ruthless tyrant. His wife, Lady Macbeth, once known for her strength and great ambition is soon engulfed by guilt and sensitivity greatly weakens her. As the tragic hero Macbeth is overcome by tensions in his criminal act and the reactions by his conscience (Nix).
Ambition and fate play a huge role in the play Macbeth. Fate determined the series of events that occurred. Ambition set the attitude of the characters going for something they wanted to achieve. For example, Macbeth wanting to become king.
In Shakespeare's Macbeth, the entire plot is driven by the engine that is Macbeth's ambition. Nearly everything Macbeth does can be sourced to his ambition and this ambition is key to understanding the plot of this play in it's entirety. Macbeth's ambition allows us to better understand the play and look beneath the surface. Macbeth’s fatal flaw is his ambition and his ambition prevents him from being the King of Scotland for an extended period of time.