Banko serves as foiltoMacbeth,epitomising an idealbalance between ambition and respectability. As Macbeth descends from being ‘worthy‘ to a ‘hell-hound‘ he contrastsharply with banqous ability to retain both ambition and piety.
Imagery of ‘royalty’
The portrayal of ‘royalty‘conjures an image of divineordination, signalling Macbethacknowledgement of Banquos,moralstature and respectabilityakin to one chosen by God
‘Royalty of nature‘ (said by Macbeth in act3)
The ambivalentportrayal of banquo stands as the antithesis to Macbeths blood thirsty depiction, underscoring the contrast in their responses to ambitionscompellingforce
Diction+ connotations:
The diction of term ‘guides’ connotes leadership, revealing Macbeth‘s initialattempt to direct and lead his ambition. However, he succumbs to its potentinfluence,rendering him vulnerable. In stark contrast, Bangoremerges capable of selfguidance,steering clear of the temptations of Sin .
7 deadlysins :
Macbeth epitomises the sinofenvy, one of the sevendeadlysins, as he desires for banquoscapacity for courage in temperingambition and abstaining from succumbing to these ‘deep desires’
‘ he has wisdom that Duffguide his father to act and safety’ (said by Macbeth act 3)