Macbeth - Supernatural Theme and its interrelation with plot of the play.

The presence of supernatural forces in William Shakespeare's, "Macbeth," provides for much of the play's dramatic tension and the mounting suspense. Several supernatural apparitions throughout the play profoundly affect Macbeth and the evil forces eventually claim Macbeth and destroy his morals. Macbeth's ambition was driven by the prophecies of the three witches and unlike Banquo, he was willing to do anything to assure that they actually transpire. Macbeth is horrified at the notion of killing …

…the evil forces at work in the play, but Macbeth is the perpetrator. Macbeth is culpable for his actions and the blame lies solely on him. Throughout "Macbeth," Shakespeare shows how greatly supernatural forces can effect characters by robbing them of their humanity. Macbeth is victimized by these evil forces and is tricked into destroying himself. Shakespeare's use of the supernatural provides for a more clear and insightful picture into the tortured mind of Macbeth.