Quote by William Shakespeare

By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes. Open, locks, Whoever knocks

By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way come

Summary

This quote is from William Shakespeare's play Macbeth. It is spoken by one of the witches as a warning for an approaching evil presence. The "pricking of my thumbs" refers to a tingling sensation that signals the witches' ability to sense impending dangers or supernatural occurrences. "Something wicked this way comes" implies that an evil force or entity is approaching. The last line, "Open, locks, Whoever knocks," signifies the witches granting access to the unknown visitor. Overall, this quote foreshadows the impending darkness and treachery in the play.

By William Shakespeare

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