In the play Macbeth by William Shakespeare Macbeth demonstrates evilness by murdering tons of people that are in his way of becoming the king. Evilness is a mental illness that can really get people in trouble or hurt. Being evil can make you lose friends and make you lonely. “Evil is like a shadow once you start being evil it will follow you wherever you go.” When you are evil like Macbeth you start to lose yourself and become selfish. By Act Macbeth is fully consumed in pure evil in 4.1.45 the witches are talking and suddenly they sense evil. The witches stop what they are doing, and Macbeth opens the door. Them sensing Macbeth coming just from his aura shows that he is filled up with pure evil. The play shows how the desire for power and …show more content…
He becomes increasingly paranoid and begins to see threats to his power everywhere, leading him to commit even more murders. The murder of Banquo and his son, and the slaughter of Macduff’s family, are evidence of his descent into evil. Macbeth’s actions throughout the play demonstrate the idea that evil is not simply a state of being but rather a conscious choice. Macbeth knows that his actions are wrong, but he chooses to ignore his conscience and continue down the path of evilness. This choice is what ultimately leads to his …show more content…
The witches who appear throughout the play represent a force of evil that is beyond human control. Their prophecies and manipulations are instrumental in Macbeth’s descent into darkness. In the line 4.1.81 the witches manipulate Macbeth and tell him to “beware of Macduff.” The witch’s presence throughout the play shows the idea that evil can come from unexpected sources. The supernatural powers of the play also serve to heighten the sense of dread and foreboding, adding to the overall atmosphere of the play. The play also shows that evil can have far-reaching consequences that extend beyond the