5 Best Macduff Quotes From Shakespeare's Macbeth
Gallery
Shakespeare's 'Macbeth' was first performed in 1606.
The play is to date one of the shortest tragedies written by Shakespeare. The basic plot of this play revolves around the idea of "hunger for power".
The play displays various desperate human emotions and shows how even the noblest of men lose their sense of right and wrong when the hunger for power overrides their common sense.
The tragedy of 'Macbeth' revolves around the protagonist, Macbeth, and his desperation to rule. Accompanied by Lady Macbeth and three witches, the Scottish General conspires against King Duncan.
The play shows how the conspiracy takes place, how the King was killed, how the King's very own sons were blamed for his murder, and how the conscience of Macbeth troubles his will to rule thereafter.
This article will focus on the character of Macduff. At the beginning of the play, Macduff is introduced as a man of honor who fights on Duncan's side.
Being one of the main characters in the play, he is a responsible, loyal man. He is shown to be loyal to his friends and, most importantly, to his country.
However, Macduff tends to lose his patience and he is outraged as soon as he gets to know about the murder of King Duncan. Macduff is symbolized as an avenging hero who saves Scotland from the tyranny of Macbeth. He refers to Macbeth as a "fiend of Scotland" and expresses his desperation to meet this "tyrant" face to face.
Macduff distrusts Macbeth and is determined to avenge him. He says that Macbeth's body is like a church that has been broken into and had the life stolen from it.
The King's death so shook Macduff that in the play, he says that he wants to kill Macbeth, and he says that if Macbeth refuses to fight him, he will make sure that he is put in front of the people for them to do whatever they wish to.
Before the fight between Macduff and Macbeth, he says, "I have no words; my voice is in my sword, thou bloodier villain than terms can give thee out."
The ending of the play portrays the win of noble over evil. Macduff finally beheads Macbeth, and he eventually proceeds to the Kingdom of Scone, declares peace, and is then crowned the new King of Scone to live happily ever after.
We have listed some interesting quotes from the play 'Macbeth'. If you like these, you might like these Lady Macbeth quotes and 'Macbeth' ambition quotes too.
Macduff Quotes
Macduff symbolizes the typical avenging hero in 'Macbeth'. Below are a few eminent Macduff quotes from the play, including Macduff quotes about killing Macbeth.
1. "O horror, horror, horror, Tongue nor heart cannot conceive nor name thee!
Confusion now hath made his masterpiece; most sacrilegious murder hath broke ope
The Lord's anointed temple, and stole thence; The life of the building."
- Macduff, 'Macbeth', Act 2, Scene 3.
2. "All my pretty ones? Did you say all? O hell-kite! All? What, all my pretty chickens and their dam at one fell swoop?"
- Macduff, 'Macbeth', Act 4, Scene 3.
3. "I shall do so,
But I must also feel it as a man."
- Macduff, 'Macbeth', Act 4, Scene 3.
4. "Bleed, bleed, poor country! Great tyranny, lay thou thy basis sure, For goodness dare not check thee."
- Macduff, 'Macbeth', Act 4, Scene 3.
5. "Tyrant, show thy face! If thou beest slain, and with no stroke of mine, my wife and children’s ghosts will haunt me still."
- Macduff, 'Macbeth', Act 5, Scene 7.
Here at Kidadl, we have carefully created lots of interesting family-friendly quotes for everyone to enjoy! If you liked our suggestions for the best Macduff quotes from Shakespeare's 'Macbeth', why not look at these 'Macbeth' witches quotes or ['Macbeth' important quotes] too?
main image credit: cowardlion / Shutterstock.com
We Want Your Photos!
More for You
See All
Bachelor of Commerce specializing in Accounting and Finance, Master of Business Administration
Divya RaghavBachelor of Commerce specializing in Accounting and Finance, Master of Business Administration
With a diverse range of experience in finance, administration, and operations, Divya is a diligent worker known for her attention to detail. Born and raised in Bangalore, she completed her Bachelor's in Commerce from Christ University and is now pursuing an MBA at Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Bangalore. Along with her professional pursuits, Divya has a passion for baking, dancing, and writing content. She is also an avid animal lover who dedicates her time to volunteering for animal welfare causes.
Disclaimer
1) Kidadl is independent and to make our service free to you the reader we are supported by advertising. We hope you love our recommendations for products and services! What we suggest is selected independently by the Kidadl team. If you purchase using the Buy Now button we may earn a small commission. This does not influence our choices. Prices are correct and items are available at the time the article was published but we cannot guarantee that on the time of reading. Please note that Kidadl is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon. We also link to other websites, but are not responsible for their content.
2) At Kidadl, we strive to recommend the very best activities and events. We will always aim to give you accurate information at the date of publication - however, information does change, so it’s important you do your own research, double-check and make the decision that is right for your family. We recognise that not all activities and ideas are appropriate for all children and families or in all circumstances. Our recommended activities are based on age but these are a guide. We recommend that these ideas are used as inspiration, that ideas are undertaken with appropriate adult supervision, and that each adult uses their own discretion and knowledge of their children to consider the safety and suitability. Kidadl cannot accept liability for the execution of these ideas, and parental supervision is advised at all times, as safety is paramount. Anyone using the information provided by Kidadl does so at their own risk and we can not accept liability if things go wrong.
3) Because we are an educational resource, we have quotes and facts about a range of historical and modern figures. We do not endorse the actions of or rhetoric of all the people included in these collections, but we think they are important for growing minds to learn about under the guidance of parents or guardians.
