The Supernatural as a Catalyst for Fate and Free Will

In Macbeth, the witches and apparitions disrupt clear distinctions between destiny and self-determination. Their prophetic statements act as both forewarnings and instigators, nudging characters—especially Macbeth—toward decisions that blur the line between fate and personal agency. Rather than dictating a fixed future, these supernatural elements provoke internal conflicts and challenge rationality, compelling characters to interpret and sometimes distort their meanings. This interplay not only questions what is real but also how much control individuals truly have over their actions and destiny.