The Supernatural in Macbeth

"The instruments of darkness tell us truths, win us with honest trifles, to betray us in deepest consequence.¡¨ (Page 19) These ¡§instruments of darkness¡¨ that came in the form of witches, visions, and ghosts have played an important role in Macbeth. The witches¡¦ prophesies which Macbeth believed have brought him to the throne; however, they have also led him to his downfall. In addition, the death of the king of Scotland and Macbeth¡¦s loyal friend, …

…and fear.¡¨ (Pager 69) The supernatural in Macbeth helps to develop the atmosphere, and to create changes in actions and behavior of the characters. In addition, these factors have also led Macbeth to his climax and descent that have also formed the suspense of the play. All of these elements have created the extraordinary incidents and tension, in which it has emphasized the power of supernatural as one of the most significance factors in this tragedy.