The above symbolises how Macbeth caused his own downfall with how the people are cutting themselves down. In "Macbeth" he cuts himself down by becoming overconfident and letting his guard down after talking to the witches for the second time. The first apparition tells him to fear Macduff; however, he already knew that Macduff would be a problem. The second apparition tells Macbeth something that boosts his confidence ," Laugh to scorn The power of man, for none of woman born Shall harm Macbeth." ( Macbeth 4.4. 81-83). Thinking Macduff was born by a woman only serves Macbeth false confidence, and it is greatly boosted by the third apparition telling him that the woods will move up the hill. After hearing all three prophecies he lets his guard
