Examples Of Arrogance In Macbeth

Macbeth’s arrogance is not initially found in his character, however as he follows the witches’ prophecy and begins to think of himself as a godly figure foretold to become a ruler, his downfall begins. Macbeth regards himself as a holy figure and is not aware that the witches he contacts are dystopic forces, not meant to help him get into power nor help him succeed but to end the mortal that knows their secret. In the play, right before Malcom invades Dunsinane, Macbeth says to the Doctor “I will not be afraid of death and bane/ Till Birnam Forest come to Dunsinane.” (Shakespeare 5.3.68-69) has great significance towards the idea of his arrogance. Macbeth, after becoming king, believes that whatever the witches tell him is true. Seyton and