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Supernatural in Macbeth
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Witchcraft during the Renaissance
During the Renaissance period people blamed unexplainable events as the work of witches. Even though the hysteria and paranoia regarding witches was experienced in Europe, it didn't fully extend to England during that period. However, Queen Elizabeth I did pass a new and harsher witchcraft Law in 1562 leading to witch hunts and the prosecution of witches.
Supernatural Elements
Team #2: The Supernatural in Macbeth
In Macbeth, the element seems to play a vital part in the plot. Showing important events such as the witches, the ghost of Banquo, the air-drawn dagger and the apparitions.
Witch lore of the Celts
In the witch lore of the Celts, witches are seen as triple goddesses, as in Macbeth though it was modified a bit, the witches are presenting as hags.
- Irish folklore witches are the children of Cailidin, who plot Cu Chulainn’s death.
- In Welsh legend, the hags of Gloucester are warrior women.
Holinshed's Chronicles
The outlines of Shakespeare's story seemed to be derived from Holinshed's account of both Kings Duncan and Macbeth.
- While Holinshed described the witches as 'creatures of the elderwood', Shakespeare made them seem bizarre and dark, representing Macbeth's evil ambitions.