> unchecked ambition of individuals can lead to abuse of power
" this is a step on which I must fall down, or else o'erleap
> Macbeth's Initial noble intention overshadowed by his intense desire for power
"Stars hide you fire, let not light see my dark and deep desires"
> Ambition blinds his moral considerations leading to a brutal reign characterised by paranoia and bloodshed
* He ordered to kill Macduff's family and Banquo*
