Causes Of Ambition In Macbeth

In the tragedy of Macbeth written by Shakespeare in 1599 to 1606 was one of the most important plays during that century. It was written when King James the first was king of Scotland. There were so many important parts in the play including so many dead but, one of the most important points in Macbeth is ambition. Macbeth ambition caused him to kill so many innocent people. In the first part of the play, Duncan changes the rules for the throne so his son Malcolm can keep the crown. After Macbeth and Lady Macbeth heard the news they became furious because the ambition they had for the power was greater than the loyalty. That is why Lady Macbeth convinced Macbeth to kill Duncan for the crown so they could have absolute power. Knowing that it may lead to their self-conviction, and the betrayal of all Scotland.

Macbeth! Macbeth! Beware Macduff. Beware the thane of Fife. Dismiss me. Enough.” (No Fear Shakespeare). Macduff is the only person that can take the crown from Macbeth so he kills Macduff’s wife and children while Macduff was away. The second prophecy said, “Be bloody, bold, and resolute. Laugh to scorn the power of man, for none of woman born shall harm Macbeth.” (No Fear Shakespeare) but that just gave him more confidence to be on the throne. The third prophecy said, “Banquo, although he shall not himself rule in Scotland, will be father to future generations of kings. Immediately” (Macbeth). Macbeth’s ambition growth, when he found out so he sent the murders to kill Banquo and Fleance his son to keep them from getting the crown. The forth prophecy said, “Be lion-mettled, proud, and take no care who chafes, who frets, or where conspirers are. Macbeth shall never vanquished be until Great Birnam Wood to high Dunsinane Hill Shall come against him.” (No Fear Shakespeare). Macbeth never imagine that it will all become true, so his ambition grow as well as his