Question

After reading "Macbeth"

In Act V, Scene 3, Macbeth is not concerned about the thanes that leave to fight with Malcolm because

Macbeth is only focused on fighting Macduff.
he knows the thanes are all born of women.
the prophecies make Macbeth fearless in battle.
it's clear the thanes are growing weak.

Answer 1

In Act V, Scene 3 of "Macbeth," Macbeth is primarily unconcerned about the thanes leaving to fight with Malcolm because **the prophecies make Macbeth fearless in battle**. He believes he is invincible due to the witches' prophecies, particularly the assurance that no one born of a woman can harm him. This misplaced confidence leads him to ignore the growing discontent among his supporters and the imminent threat from Malcolm’s forces.