FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS
MACBETH
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All hail Banquo, future king.
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Poorer than Macbeth, but richer.
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Lesser than Macbeth, but greater.
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All hail Banquo, Thane of Cawdor.
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Detailed explanation-1: -They predict that Banquo will be “lesser than Macbeth, and greater, Not so happy, and yet happier” and that his descendants will be kings although he will not be one.
Detailed explanation-2: -While he himself will not be king and will remain lesser than and not as happy as Macbeth, his ancestors will be king. The witches tell Banquo that his line will then be greater, happier, and more successful than Macbeth. This prediction creates a paranoia in Macbeth that eventually leads to Banquo’s murder.
Detailed explanation-3: -After a battle in Scotland, Macbeth and his friend Banquo meet three witches, who make three prophecies-Macbeth will be a thane, Macbeth will be king and Banquo’s sons will be kings.
Detailed explanation-4: -Third Witch The witches tell him he’ll be less happy than Macbeth but far happier, and predict that Banquo will never be king, but his descendants will be.