The supernatural was a predominant element in William Shakespeare's tragedy, Macbeth. It was continuously expressed throughout the play and eventually brought Macbeth to his demise. One must question if Macbeth would have still killed Duncan without the aid of the witches and their prophecies.
             The main plot line of the play was established when the three witches made their first appearance with Macbeth and Banquo. They made two prophecies to Macbeth and one to Banquo, which stated the following: "All, hail, Macbeth! hail to thee, thane of Cawdor!/ All hail, Macbeth! that shalt be king hereafter." (1.3.51-52.) "Lesser then Macbeth, and greater./ Not so happy, yet much happier.
             Thou shalt get kings, though thou be none:
             So all hail, Macbeth and Banquo! (1.3.68-71.)
             However, Macbeth had never considered finding truth in the prophecies until he was named thane of Cawdor. Thus, he was convinced he would be appointed King if Duncan was put to death. Without this scene, the thought of murdering one's King would have never came to mind.
             Unnatural events occurred throughout the night of Duncan's murder. One of which was the appearance of a dagger directing Macbeth towards Duncan's bedroom. This vision gave him the courage, fortitude, strength and state of mind needed to pursue his iniquitous deed.
             "Blood will have blood; they say blood will have blood." (3.4.151.) It was believed that a murderer would be exposed for his crimes committed. Hence, Macbeth believed that the appearance of Banquo's ghost signified that he would be periled for what he had done. In addition, his mind was constantly tortured throughout the play. Consequently, being unable to control his visions and actions, demonstrated the extreme influence the witches had upon him.
             Throughout the play, the witches' primary intentions were to trigger Macbeth's ambition. Their influence was strongly demonstrated in their last appearance with...