Eslam Saad

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Methought, I heard a voice cry, “sleep no more! Macbeth does murther sleep.

These words are said by Macbeth and they are part of his soliloquy. Macbeth
said that after he has murdered King Duncan. This pivotal scene occurs in
Macbeth's castle, where he has just committed regicide by killing Duncan in his
sleep. Overwhelmed by the enormity of his crime and consumed by guilt. These
words shed light on the theme of poetic justice.

These words reflect the idea of poetic justice. The concept of poetic justice is
evident in the play, Macbeth, as it is only fitting that the characters face
consequences for their crimes. Macbeth and his wife's heinous acts necessitate
retribution from a higher power. Poetic justice is established when Macbeth is
ultimately slain, as he had mercilessly killed numerous innocent individuals who
had done no harm to him. Additionally, poetic justice manifests when Malcolm
assumes the throne of Scotland, as he was the rightful heir after King Duncan's
death, yet Macbeth wrongfully seized power. Malcolm's ascension brings him the
rightful justice he deserved since his father's passing. Furthermore, Lady
Macbeth's suicide exemplifies poetic justice, as she played a significant role in
the murder of King Duncan. Her self-inflicted death is a just outcome for her
involvement in influencing Macbeth to commit regicide. Her guilt leads to her
own demise, signifying that she deserved to die for her actions.

Macbeth is the protagonist of the play "Macbeth," and the story revolves
around his weak character and ambitious nature, and the consequences that arise
from them. Initially, Macbeth is portrayed as a strong and brilliant warrior on the
battlefield. He is seen as brave, valiant, strong, and loyal to his country.
However, when Macbeth encounters the prophecies of the three witches, we
witness the connection between his physical courage and his lofty ambitions. The
prediction that he will become king brings him joy, but it also creates inner
turmoil.

There is a personification here. Sleep is personified as a victim of murder,


implying that Macbeth's actions have permanently disrupted his ability to find
rest and peace. This personification adds a sense of dread and guilt, emphasizing
the weight of Macbeth's crime and the consequences it brings upon him.

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