This page has the meaning for many major dream symbols. Just click on the letter of the symbol and you will be whisked straight there. A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z A A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z abandonment shows that one fears being deserted or abandoned; usually occurs after a loss of a loved one accident either a fear of an actual physical accident or a break down (mental or physical) airplane represents that one may be able to overcome some obstacles; "flying over" obstacles or rising to a new level alcohol alcohol can represent many things; it can mean one fears the effects of alcohol, most likely an addiction; also may symbolize the wine or the blood of Christ alien when dreaming of being an alien, one might be feeling unsure of his or her new surroundings; if dreaming of an alien (whether extraterrestrial or foreign) the dreamer might feel that his or her life is being invaded angels symbolic of goodness and purity; if the angel is a messenger from God, then the message is very important and must be given serious attention animals can symbolize many things; most likely symbolize beasts, the inner wildness of the dreamer awakening dreaming of an awakening symbolizes the realization or consciousness of new ideas B A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z baptism symbolizes a spiritual awakening or rebirth beheading a recall of a bad decision or poor judgment the dreamer might have forgotten; the head symbolizes a loss of intellect birth represents an anxiety for giving birth; dreaming of giving birth to a non-human creature symbolizes that the dreamer fears the defect of the baby; can also symbolize 'rebirth' or 'baptism.' blood has many meanings, most literal; represents existance of life brother meaning depends upon relationship with one's brother; if the relationship is bad, it shows that deep inside you love your brother burial symbolizes the disposal of bad habits or conditions or a relationship with something or someone C A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z cancer often means that the dreamer's life is wasting away or hopeless cemetery often symbolizes grief or the remembrance of sad times chase if the dreamer is being chased, it means that the dreamer is running away from something he or she does not think is conquerable; if the dreamer is the one chasing, then the person is trying to attain a difficult goal church represents the need for spiritual help or guidance climbing symbolizes the attainment of new goals as well as mental, physical, or spiritual growth clouds there are two types of clouds, blue clouds or dark stormy clouds; blue clouds represent that things down the road will be good; dark stormy clouds show trouble or turbulence up ahead couch symbolizes being in love (when sitting next to someone you love) or it can mean laziness (if sitting in front of the television) D A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z danger A warning of danger such as a caution sign means that the dreamer must be careful in the future or there will be trouble. darkness Darkness represents all the evil in the world. It can mean danger, trouble , death, or even being lost death Deaths can represent either the death of a habit, or occurrence, but more often represents anger towards something or someone devil Most often means evil, but in select cases can mean cunning or slyness desert Shows loneliness, poverty and possible death. Similar to cancer digging Can symbolize many things. It can mean finding something that has been lost, reviving old reputation, or even trying to understand oneself doctor Shows that the dreamer needs healing, whether physical or emotional door Shows the entrance into a better place. Can also mean new opportunities that will spring up drinking Drinking symbolizes the 'thirst' for something. Whether a goal or a material thing, it is usually a good thing drowning Drowning represents being flooded with something. This something can be almost anything, ranging from work to attention E A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z earth Having 'two feet on the ground' symbolizes a firm structure earthquake Usually represents a life threatening situation eating Shows that the dreamer is being nourished and taken care of eleventh hour This shows that whatever the dreamer is doing, time is running out on him or her emptiness This represents that much effort has been put into a project or development, but there is nothing to show for it entrance Same as a doorway. Shows a new stage in life exam This usually shows that the dreamer is afraid of either failing the exam or does not want to take the exam excrement This is usually a good thing. This is a fertilizer that brings on and nourishes new life F A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z failure Dreaming of failing either a class, test or exam shows that the dreamer is just too overwhelmed by the pressure and will be glad to get it over with falling This shows that the dreamer has failed to achieve a goal. It can also mean that the dreamer has failed to maintain a position (I.e. Marriage, a job, honor) fat Being fat symbolizes the great wealth of knowledge. In the example of the Buddha, fat is possessing all the knowledge father Same as brother. It depends on what your relationship with your father is fear Usually represents the urge to overcome a fear. This is done so by trying to find the root of the fear fight Symbolizes the everyday struggle to continue on fire This can mean many things. It can symbolize destruction, a desire, passion or anger. What it is usually depends on the setting floating This represents freedom. A person is free to do whatever he or she wants to do, as long as he can 'stay afloat. flood Same a drowning. The dreamer is overwhelmed by something flying This symbolizes that the dreamer has 'over passed' an obstacle, and is moving on. food This represents the nourishing of the dreamer. The dreamer is well taken care of G A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z garbage This often symbolizing the throwing away unwanted items such as characteristics, habits, or conditions gate This shows that the dreamer is going to exit from current conditions. This does not necessarily mean for the better, however giants These symbolize huge obstacles that the dreamer must surpass globe A stationary globe symbolizes that the dreamer has control of his life. A spinning globe shows that the dreamer's life is going out of control. In rare cases a globe can symbolize power ( he's got the whole world in his hands") gun This symbolizes protection from a danger. The dreamer might feel that he is in danger so he must get protection H A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z hammer This shows that the dreamer is building new dreams and is using his creativity to move ahead heart This is the universal symbol for love. When a heart is in a dream, it always deals with love and truth hell This shows that the dreamer is going to punished. He will 'suffer' for his wrong doings home This usually symbolizes security. When inside the home, the dreamer cannot be hurt hospital This represents that the dreamer has to heal up before he can continue on. hourglass This symbolizes that either time is running out or that a cycle is almost over. (This cycle can be either a period in one's life or possibly a life itself.) I A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z illness This is a warning to the dreamer that he better take care of the body parts that he or she is revealed in the dream immobility This symbolizes that a person is feeling either immobile or trapped. He cannot move because of a problem, he must solve island One being stranded on an island symbolizes that a person is stuck and does not know where to go or what to do J A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z joke This can have two meanings. The first meaning is that the person is not taken serious and is frustrated. The second is that he thinks something he is doing is either pointless or ridiculous judgement Being judged in a dream shows that something the dreamer thinks is ok, deep down inside he knows it's wrong jumping Jumping in a dream symbolizes that the dreamer is achieving new goals. He is progressing and the future looks promising K A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z key A key means that the dreamer has a secret locked inside. If the dreamer can correctly use the key, he will be able to unlock the secret kill This is not especially the 'bad' killing, but it can be. More often killing is the killing off of a habit or childish things. If it is the bad killing then the dream has killed of his will to live knife This can either represent the killing of something, or the betrayal of someone (back stabbing) L A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z ladder This symbolizes one rising to a new level of achievement. This shows prosperity and in most cases happiness landing The landing of an aircraft symbolizes the completion of a long journey light Light symbolizes the clearing up of things (shining some light on it). Religiously speaking this is good. It can mean that the kingdom of heaven is in reach lock Locks represent a hidden ability or knowledge of the dreamer. M A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z magic Magic represents creativity. When a dreamer possesses this in a dream, he is powerful map When dreaming of a map, the dreamer is looking for guidance or leadership. He is not sure where to go and must rely on the map marriage Marriage in a dream usually represents the joining of two people. It is making a commitment that should not be broken military When dreaming about the military, the dreamer wants authority. He wants the courage and the bravery that members of the military possess missing Something missing in a dream symbolizes that that item or person is out of control money This is usually a sign of self confidence. When dreaming of wealth, one is very self confident. When dreaming of poverty he is low on esteem Monster Monsters in dreams are supposed to be scary. They represent the dark side of the dreamer. Many of the dreamer's bad characteristics are in the monster Murder This represents the release of anger and hate towards others. If the dreamer is murdered his life's obstacle might be released Music Music in a dream more or less sets a mood for the dream N A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Nakedness This can represent two things. The first is that the dreamers wants freedom and nothing else. The second thing is different. Almost everyone has the dream of being naked in a public place. That is this nakedness. This symbolizes the fear of being exposed or vulnerable. It is natural to feel ashamed Night Dreaming about the night suggests that the dreamer is unsure about a few things Noose This symbolizes that the person about to be hanged is in deep trouble. He will be punished. Also just seeing a noose on a tree shows that the dreamer is fearful about something O A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Office Being in an office symbolizes that the person is too occupied in something and has little or no time for others things Old man An old man in a dream symbolizes great wisdom and at times forgiveness Operation This can symbolize either things of the past cut up (forgotten) or patched up (being reconciled) P A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Pain When dreaming of pain, the dreamer probably has a real physical pain. Otherwise, the dreamer might have someone in his life that is a pain (pain in the neck) Path A clear path symbolizes a peace of mind. The dreamer's mind is free and is confident. Pig A pig symbolizes dirtiness and greed. According to the Chinese however, a pig symbolizes strength Poison Poison symbolizes a hurtful aspect or thing that the dreamer is trying to rid of himself. It can also symbolize pain in which the person suffers Police This truly symbolizes authority. It can also be a warning sign for future events Priest Dreaming of a priest can symbolize the need for spiritual guidance or advice Prison The dreamer is being punished for misbehaving or misconduct. When this happens, the dreamer might need to reform himself Professor This is the symbol for higher learning. In a dream with a professor, you can learn from him Punishment Punishment usually represents shame. The dreamer is sorry for his wrongful actions Q A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Quicksand When dreaming of quicksand, the dreamer has to be careful. This shows the dreamer that the current circumstances are going out of control R A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Rain Rain symbolizes a cleansing. Also rain can also be seen as a way for new life to exist Rat Rats generally symbolizes betrayal. However, rats might also symbolize filth (as rats do carry around diseases) Rejection Rejection in a dream shows that the dreamer either is frustrated by non-acceptance or want to rid himself of certain feelings Rescue Being rescued usually means that the dreamer must get himself out of the current situation or he might no be saved. Road This symbolizes a dreamers path to a goal. This is usually a long road Running The might be a warning telling the dreamer that he must escape his current situation or he will be chased down S A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Satan Satan symbolizes that the dreamer is doing something wrong. These wrong doings are results of evil thoughts or actions School This is a place to learn. This is where the dreamer can recount his past experiences Sex Having sex in a dream might indicate a desire for sex Sleeping Sleeping in a dream symbolizes that the dreamer is peaceful in mind. He has an open mind Snake This symbolizes evil. As in the original sin, this is a harbinger of trouble Stairs This symbolizes a rise or fall of status. This status can be social status, physical status or any other status Suicide When a dreamer dreams about suicide, then he probably does not want to live much longer. This is actually one of the most serious dream symbols one can have T A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Thunder Thunder in a dream symbolizes inspiration. It can also be seen as a warning to the dreamer to pay attention W A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Window Looking out a window in a dream symbolizes an outlook at someone's dream. It poses sort of like an overview Z A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Zero Zero represents infinite. When put into context, however, zero can mean almost anything |