Macbeth 2.3 Folklore Reference: The Political and Natural Worlds

The video explores a subtle aspect of Shakespeare's writing in Macbeth, focusing on a conversation between Lennox and Macbeth. Macbeth's precise speech reveals his habit of speaking truthfully, even when covering up a murder. The discussion highlights how Macbeth can truthfully say the king planned to leave, knowing he is dead. The video also examines the natural world's disorder following the king's murder, reflecting political chaos. Lennox notices the strange events but cannot yet connect them to Duncan's murder.

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