After the successful battle at the beginning of Act I, Duncan rewards Macbeth for being a war hero by giving him the title Thane of Cawdor. In the same scene (Act I Scene 4) he rewards Malcolm for no particular reason with the title Prince of Cumberland, and then says, "From hence to Inverness, and bind us further to you." Inverness is the city where Macbeth lives, and Duncan is in effect saying, "Hey guys, the party's at the Macbeths'!" This is significant because it will put him in range of Lady Macbeth, who will be the death of him.
why was macbeth releuctant to kill duncan
Macbeth was important at the court of King Duncan because he was a trusted and respected general in the Scottish army, known for his bravery and loyalty. His military victories contributed to the stability and security of Duncan's reign. Additionally, Macbeth's marriage to Lady Macbeth, who had ambitions for greater power, also played a role in his ascent within the court.
The night of Duncan's murder he is spending the night at MacBeth and Lady MacBeth's castle.
"I" said Macbeth, "with the servants' daggers. I killed Macbeth."
Duncan and Macbeth are cousins. Therefore, they are bound by kinship. They are also bound by subject and host, as Macbeth is hosting Duncan as his guest.
Macbeth was a loyal vassal of King Duncan. Macbeth's act should not be considered regicide.
Macbeth kills Duncan's grooms after Macduff discovers the body.
Macbeth kills Duncan in his own castle at night time.
They were killed by Macbeth because he blamed them for Duncan's murder.
Macbeth stabbed him when he was asleep.
The reaction between Lady Macbeth and Macbeth is initially very different after they kill Duncan. Lady Macbeth is enthusiastic but Macbeth regrets his actions.
To inherit Duncan's Throne