Because of this modified state of mind Macbeth is in, he ends up committing more evil deeds. He follows through with a plot to kill Banquo without his wife's intervention, which shows the way that Lady Macbeth has corrupted Macbeth's state of mind. ... During these episodes it is evident that there are troubles on her mind because she is trying to wash away the blood signifying guilt, but it will not go away. ... (VI.i.32-37) This displays Lady Macbeth's obviously not sane state of mind before she kills herself. This shame that lurks inside of her is so strong that it is...

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Judging by the plays themes of Scottish monarchy, loyalty to the crown and witchcraft, and it's extensive use of real names and people James I was descended from, "Macbeth- was in part written to please the King, or at least, with the King's approval in mind. ... Shakespeare writes the character of Lady Macbeth in many trenchant ways, because she is quite obviously a strong-willed, determined lady, and her ever-changing state of mind is one of the main focuses of the play. ... We see in act two, scene two Lady Macbeth has been drinking, and yet she is still well within her right mi...

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Her mind fails her and she subconsciously confesses to her sins. ... Her mind imprisons her, forcing her to feel guilt and she confesses her sins while she sleepwalks around the house. It is her mind and judgement that push her to fall into the stereotypical damsel in distress needing help from God as she wants to be pardoned for her sins. Lady Macbeth's mind beguiles her guilty feelings in this act to the extent that she cannot take it anymore and commits suici...

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Macbeth is shocked, his mind on the witch's prophecy, and inquires: ?... Macbeth then realizes that the first part of the prophecy has come true and his ambitious mind races to the prospect of being king: ?... His mind is still thinking of the murder, but he is still honest with himself, knowing they are bad and evil thoughts to be having. ... This scene is a turning point, the ghost being the personification of Macbeth's subconscious. ... the mind I sway by, and the heat I bear shall never sag with doubt nor shake with fear.? ...

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