In Julius Caesar, fate and superstition played a critical role in everyday life of the Romans. They believed that the Gods controlled their fates, and that whatever was meant to happen to them would. The people of Rome knew that fate sealed their destiny.
Another aspect of life they clearly believed in was superstition. Soothsayers were never doubted and could always be counted on to provide the public with omens if they saw them. An example of a prophecy in the play was when the man told Caesar to be "beware of the ides of March." Other omens were the storms, the owl in daylight, and the lion in the city. Another great example of supernatural events was when Caesar's ghost appeared to Brutus and warned him of his demise. Clearly Shakespeare used fate and superstition as a key element in his plays.
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