Elbert Hubbard once said, "The supernatural is the natural not yet understood." In William Shakespeare's "Macbeth", supernatural elements are prevalent throughout the tragedy. During the Elizabethan era, when fear of the unknown was high and belief in the supernatural was rampant, incorporating mystical components resulted in a compelling story. Today, we can see that the paranormal not only captivates audiences but also plays a crucial role in determining the end result of the production. |||||||| HIDDEN IN PREVIEW MODE ||||||| The arrival of supernatural characters creates an air of suspense and dramatic atmosphere, as all otherworldly beings appear to play a pivotal role in the drama.

The Three Witches first appear in Act 1 and play a crucial role in influencing the actions of characters such as Macbeth and Banquo. |||||||| HIDDEN IN PREVIEW MODE ||||||| Guilt also incorporates itself as one of the major themes in Macbeth, appearing in supernatural form as the ghost of the murdered Banquo, which creates a feeling of remorse within Macbeth.

However, when examining these abnormal creations closely, it raises the question as to what degree the supernatural was a part of reality, as opposed to manifestations created in an aspiring, guilty, and freely choosing mind. |||||||| HIDDEN IN PREVIEW MODE ||||||| He receives tremendous gratitude from all, including the King, for his actions. |||||||| HIDDEN IN PREVIEW MODE ||||||| The combined force of the supernatural elements proves to be too powerful for Macbeth to resist.

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