The tragedy of Macbeth. Fate is a theme in Macbeth. If the witches can foresee the fate of others, what effect or influence do you think they will have on the outcome of the play?

The witches' prophecy influences the actions of the characters, thus, causing them to do things they never before would have considered. In the case of Macbeth, an honorable and loyal soldier, we see the prophecy of becoming King opens him to dishonorable acts.... acts that mulitply and become increasingly despicable. Rather than wait to see if the prophecies are in fact fated.... Macbeth helps them along and feels justified in doing so.