European (Judeo-Christian)

• Wealth if eat pork knuckle with appetite – The dream when you eat pork knuckle then this promises prosperity and growth;
• Failure if eat pork knuckle with disgust – Then the dream is a sign of misfortune and anxiety.

The dream about a dog is fully interpreted and completely explained. The interpretation of the dream is multiple, because of the research on various levels (general, psychological, spiritual, medicine wheel {by Indians} and traditional: for Christians, Muslims, Hindu), and based on many conditions (biting, chained, black, etc.). To see the meaning and the analysis of single context, use ctr+f command or live search on page box.

Association:

– Dog in the dream is usually associated with a male aspect or unconditional love; Also with obedience, loyalty and reliability.

Question:

– Am I reliable? What or who do I love unconditionally? Who does same for me?

General Meanings:

Joy or loyalty and love – The interpretation of the dream about dog depends on what the dreamer knows about the dog. Dog can be as a symbol of happiness and joy, if the dreamer knows dog as the pet from his childhood. In this case very often dog stands for happy memories and playful experiences. Otherwise, the meaning of the dog refers to what is known for a man and symbolizes the possibility of the loyalty and unconditional love.

Quality of the dreamer – If in the dream about dog, the dreamer is aware that it is of the specific dog breed or it is a dog with specific characteristics such as the speed of a greyhound or the protectiveness of a rottweiler, a mastiff or a boxer, or even the aggressiveness of a sharpei, a pit bull terrier, or a staffordshire, and so on, then this special gift of the dog refers to the quality, which must be attributed to the dreamer and also this quality is in the need for the further development. Only with this quality the dreamer will be able to evolve as whole personality. And then he can continue to focus on his plans or specific goal. His efforts will be rewarded with great success for sure.

Expression after suppression or aggression – Other significance in the interpretation of dog relates with impulses and instincts, especially sexual, and feelings. Dreaming of dog brings attention to the dreamer’s own attitudes about his mental and physical health. If in waking life this correlation makes sense, then such dream is the expression of strong suppressed psychical and physical contents in the dreamer’s life. Perhaps the dream is the warning too, that warns about being very critical and suggests to release your emotions or to fulfill your desires. In other hand, but it is very unusual, dog can be a warning against being too much aggressive (more often dreaming of wolf has this meaning).

Guide for self-realization – Sometimes dog appears in the sleep as a guide through the world of the unconsciousness and calls for self-realization, for complete fulfillment of one’s own potential.

Aggressive behavior or strength – In broader sense most common symbolism of dog is same as the animal. These dreams’ symbols embody the aggressive masculine sexuality and show power of the dreamer.

Different conditions in the dreams have individual interpretations. These meanings can arise from the following circumstances:

• Confidence means deception – In the dream to believe that dog will help you (to trust him) or to gain dog’s trust (trusting dog), often warns of deceit and betrayal;
• Bark means gossip – Dreaming of barking dog may indicate slander and libel. If dog barks on you, then it means that slander strongly directed on you. If dog barks on someone else, might be indication that this person is source of gossip or might be the victim of such action. To hear barking dogs, but not see any, means lighter gossip or quarrel;
• Bite or howl means threat – In the dream to see or to hear howling dog is bad sign. Also, dreaming of biting dog is bad omen too. Hearing of howling dog is interpreted as a general warning of serious danger. To be bitten by dog can be interpreted as more direct danger against the dreamer;
• Chase means risk – Dreaming of chasing dog shows a superficial, frivolous attitude with a tendency to risky adventures (especially sexual). To be chased by dogs also can be interpreted as being chased by your own shady habits and questionable actions. More dogs – more doubts. If others were chased in the dream, then it means that risky persons around you. Being able to run away from dog or dogs means hope and possible bright future;
• Play means victory – In the dream to play with your dog or to see happy and playful dogs means that you will overcome your opponents. If someone else is playing with dog, he will be lucky too. If this person isn’t friendly with you, then this dream is a message to be more patient and careful in order to overcome your enemies;
• Chain or necklace means financial risk – In the dream to see chained dog shows financial risk. Dreaming that you putting a chain or necklace on the neck of dog announces the possibility of bigger risk in financial sector by carelessness or other damages in business or carrier;
• Dark color means pain – Dreaming of black dog or dog that have dark colored hair (coat, fur) is often interpreted as painful deception by a friend. Black dog is as the dark shadow of a friend. But dreaming of such foretells that you have revealed the dark side of someone who is close to you and now you’re in good position, because of the ability to see true intentions. If you see a lot of black dogs, means that there might be more than one traitor;
• Barking, arguing or quarreling dogs means family’s problems – In the dream to see or to hear that several dogs are barking on each other, between them, shows family feud or also it can mean dispute with your partner or quarrel in the family.

Psychological Meanings:

Protector and aggressor – The dog in the dream must be always considered in the connection of two opposite meanings, because it has two different symbolism. On the one hand he is a friend and protector of the people and a guard of the property, on the other hand, he is an attacker of his master’s enemies and because of that gets a clear symbolism of aggression in the interpretation of the dream.

Understanding and releasing emotions – When the dream is about a pack of wild dogs, then this represents feelings, that are confronting with fears. It is very possible that the dreamer has worries about his emotions or impulses or maybe he even hide something deep inside under the pressure, but that need to be in the release.

Fear of sexual or primal desires – The sexual significance of dogs in the dream is very strong, because of their true nature and their character. Dogs are performing sexual acts in public without any restriction and therefore dog is considered as a symbol of unrestrained activity of the human. So, dreaming of dog symbolizes things or actions, that you dare to do mostly hidden, and subconscious is calling to act more bravely and without anxiety. In other words dogs symbolize primal instincts and basic desires of the human life and these are always associated with a confusion or fear, that might arise, if one as the dog carry out primitive behavior.

Attacking & biting dogs meanings

For man means envy – Biting dogs in the dream of a man indicates jealousy. Being bitten by vicious dog means being targeted by jealous people. To see in the dream that dog bites someone else shows that this person is a victim or a source of envy.

For woman means overrated freedom – Biting dogs in the dream of a woman, denotes that she is assessed fairly unrestrained. The dream about biting dogs does not mean that she also lives like that. It means that there only exists the assessment for lack of restraint.

Dogs on leashes or chains meanings

For woman means control – Women often dream of chained dog or a dog, which is on a leash. This means that they restrain their impulses.

For man means lost power – Men are dreaming of chained or leashed dogs, when they feel restricted and overwhelmed by someone or bad situation.

Other contexts’ meanings

• Incidents means impulsivity – For whatever happens with the dog in the dream, it represents the impulsiveness and the physical urges;
• Fear means bad judgment – The fear of the animal in the dream, represents mind. To be afraid of the dog is often explained as poor conscience of the dreamer;
• Dog following means sharpness – If in the dream a dog has accompanied the dreamer, then it shows that his instincts are awake;
• Pain means lack of confidence –  If a dog is chained up or tortured, then it symbolizes the unconscious mind with complexes in waking life;
• Big or giant dog means relaxation – Large dogs symbolizes mitigation of problems and relief in the waking life;
• The act of carrying or moving means strengths – To carry a dog in arms, means that the dreamer is very powerful and has the control of his impulses. In the dream to see that someone else is carrying a dog in his arms, shows strengths of that person;
• Dead means spiritual rebirth or regeneration – Dreaming of a dead dog suggests that in some corners of the soul is something dead, which we should bring back to life.

Bite means fears – Psychoanalytic Wilhelm Stekel once said that the bite of a dog in the foot in the dream is the warning of primal passions and it shows the dreamer’s fear of the infection or other darkest fears, even the fear of castration.

Wagging means deception; Bark or bite means losses – Dreams’ interpreter Artemidorus Daldianus (professional diviner of Ancient Greece) believed that one should be careful and beware of scams when a strange dog wags him in the dream. Dreaming of barking and biting dogs, means that the dreamer must prove his opinion. Also if dog barks or bites, then it can be interpreted as the warning against losses.

Spiritual Meanings:

The head of the realm of the dead – On the spiritual realm the dog in the dream is the leader of the underworld.

Traditional Meanings:

European (Judeo-Christian)

Dog in European, Christian or Judaism cultures, represents normal desire or instinctive reminder and impulsive response – these characteristics describe the dog.

• Seeing means faithful people – In the dream to see dog denotes that you will discover abiding people;
• Cerberus means hard work – Dreaming of dog that has many heads, like Cerberus, the hell hound, suggest that the dreamer is likely will get bogged down, successes always require full concentration;
• Dog attack means the note of caution – To be attacked by dog in the dream forewarns about danger. The dreamer must be cautious.
• Small dog means carelessness – Dreaming of small, tiny, little or short dog stands for lower thoughts and desire for frivolous amusements. More dogs – more careless the dreamer is;
• Shaggy dog means problems – Dreaming of hairy dog is bad omen. Dog with long, thick, unkempt hair (coat) indicates awkward transactions or sick children;
• Lapdog means reliable friends – Dreaming of healthy lap dog have good symbolic meaning. Lapdogs or any small dog of toy breed group denotes that your friends will assist you in hard times;
• Sick lapdog means troubles – Dreaming of emaciated or sickly lapdog indicates problems: you must be prepared for difficulties;
• Frilly lapdog means egoism – Dreaming of decorated or dressed small toy dog is the evidence of vanity, selfishness and narrow-mindedness of dog’s owner. One young woman said once that such dream about cute dog for her has symbolic meaning of new lover;
• White dog means great friends – Dreaming of dog with white colored hair denotes good, pleasant acquaintance or trustworthy friends;
• Playing friendly white dog is good sign – Dreaming about playing with white friendly dog might announce expectation of joyful event; For a man it is an omen of a happy coincidence, for woman it can have symbolism of weddings – she may marry soon it;
• Black dog means disloyal friends - Dreaming of black dog or any of dark hair can indicate that the dreamer will face betrayal from his friends;
• Red dog means betrayal – Dreaming of dog with red (rose, pink, wine, violet and any other shade of red) hair color can indicate bad luck with friends: unfortunately the dreamer can’t rely on his friends;
• Beautiful dog means wealth – In the dream to have nice, lovely or friendly dog denotes great riches of the dreamer;
• Play with dog means fortune – To play with dog in the dream predicts that in prospect will be substantial profits and loyal friends;
• Playing dog means success or love – To dream that dog is playing with someone or that dog is very playful and friendly foretells success in business or predicts a faithful lover. Seeing of playing dog in dream also can denote reconciliation with an estranged friend;
• Vicious dog means bad luck – To dream bad, evil or vicious dog announces unavoidable misfortune. There is a chance that even the largest efforts will not produce the desired result;
• Dead vicious dog means triumph – If the dreamer sees dead evil dog or even kills him, then he will be the winner. Killing bad dog denotes that you will overcome opponents and get financial gain. To kill a lot of evil dogs means that you have more than one adversary, but they are weak and you will be the winner in the competition;
• Fear of bad dogs means danger - In the dream to be scared of evil dogs shows that the dreamer has fear about forthcoming danger;
• Afraid of seeing a big* dog means problems – In the dream to see large dog and to be frightened because of him, indicates that you will have problems which will be larger than average; (* see list of large & big dog breeds)
• For woman fear of large* dog means smart husband – If woman was dreaming of big dog and have fear of him, then it indicate a chance to have wise husband or partner;
• Chased by a scent hound means temptation – In the dream to be chased (pursued or tracked) by any dog of scent hound breeds (bloodhound, foxhound, beagle and more) foretells that the dreamer could succumb to a temptation that attracts the downfall of himself;
• Attacked by dog of scent hound breed means danger – In the dream to be attacked or pulled down by hound (hunting dog) indicated that one will be in danger. In general dreaming of attacking dogs is a warning to be careful;
• Chasing someone means ill will – Dreaming of dog which is hounding or chasing someone, but not the dreamer, indicates that in one’s life hostility can come;
• Growling dogs means bad news – To hear that dogs are growling, roaring or howling foretells that you will be scheming people at home or you will be confronted with unpleasant news;
• Biting means defamation – Dreaming of biting dog indicates a slander, a libel, a defamation;
• To be attacked and bitten is bad omen – If a dog In the dream attacks you and bites, then such dream’s context foretells a dispute because of money or enactment of a false friend. Being bitten by dog also represents disease or dispute in the house: maybe the dreamer is feeling guilty;
• Trusting means embarrassing position – In the dream to trust dog or to see that dog is trusting you foretells that the dreamer might be lured into a trap or someone will make him to feel shame;
• Dog barked at you means troubles – If you dreamed that dog barks at you, it shows discomfort because of difficulties and troubles;
• Hear barking dog symbolizes warning – If you dreamed barking dogs at someone else, but not you, then such dream has symbolism of the warning. It requires you to be alerted, because you can face unpleasant news and most likely stand before difficulties.. Also it can mean dispute with neighbors or defamation;
• Crying dogs symbolizes health issues – In the dream to hear the whine or the cry of dogs, indicates serious illness or danger;
• Lonely howl of a dog means separation – In the dream to hear how lonely dog is howling may indicate the death or separation from friends for long time;
• Hunting dog means achievements – To dream a dog that is on the hunt represents that you will achieve something through hard work;
• Big prey of a dog means force – To dream a dog that is hunting large prey foretells that you will take everything with unusual forcefulness;
• Hounds on the hunt means good changes – Dogs of hound breeds, that are hunting in the dream, represents upcoming changes. After them the life of the dreamer will be better and more joyful;
• Hounds for woman means marriage – If woman is dreaming about hounds (hunting dogs), then it predicts that she will be guided by heart and falls in the love with a man, which is in lower social class than her or has weaker perspective in the career than she has;
• Woman followed by hounds means hope for true love – The dream of a woman about hunting dogs (hounds), that are following her, signifies that she has many admirers. Also it shows that she hopes in vain for true love;
• Rabies means uneasiness – In the dream to see sick dog, which suffers rabies, shows that you will start to worry about something;
• Mad dog means anxiety – Dreaming of crazy or insane dog, foretells about unfounded fear of something;
• Growling and fighting dogs means indignity – In the dream to hear two growling dogs or to see the fight of two dogs, represents a chance of the humiliation by enemies;
• Fight of several dogs means disagreement in family – In the dream to see that several dogs are fighting and biting with each other, then such dream might be an indication of the conflict in the family because of the inheritance;
• Rushing dogs means offense – In the dream to see few or several dogs, that are together pursuing someone, denotes that this person is in danger. If the dreamer himself is the one, which these dogs are chasing, denotes that he will face a serious offense;
• Dog as horse means enemies – In the dream to see a dog with bridle or that he is pulling a cart, it is an indication that you will get enemies;
• Chained dog means stealing – In the dream to chain or to tether a dog or to see such, indicates that someone wants to steal from you;
• Dog house symbolizes pet or big trouble – Dreaming of dog house denotes that one will get a dog, but second meaning is contrary -it foretells that the dreamer is in big trouble, because of his actions. The punishment for him might be near;
• Traveling with a dog means great friends – In the dream to travel alone and be followed by trusting dog, shows that one can count on a loyal and devoted friends;
• Dog show means stroke of luck – In the dream to visit conformation show, also referred to as breed show (exposition or exhibition), signifies that one may hope to have small piece of good luck;
• Dog and cat means fiasco or success – In the dream to see dogs and cats being peacefully next to each other and then suddenly go off on each other, it is a bad omen. Such dream foretells that the dreamer is facing a fiasco in love and business affairs. But if he can separate them, then he will overcome difficulties and successfully solves his affairs;
• If dog kills a cat, then it promises luck and good business;
• If dog kills a snake, it is considered as a good omen too;
• Swimming dog means close luck – If a dog swims in the dream, then you just need to stretch out your hands to reach the happiness, because it is very close to you;
• Puppies means thanks – In the dream to see puppies, denotes that the dreamer will help to innocent people and for that he’ll get gratitude;
• Awake puppies means friends and riches – If the dream is about awake, merry, happy, cheery and lively puppies then it clearly shows strong bonds of friendship and growing wealth;
• Pathetic puppies means loss – If puppies are weak, puny and pathetic, then it shows the threat of the loss;
• Sight-hound means fortune – In the dream to see speedy sighthounds or gazehounds promises usually good luck;
• Own a sighthound means aid – In the dream to have sighthound represents help for a friend against his enemies or troubles;
• Following sighthound means inheritance – In the dream to be followed by gazehound, one may hope for an unexpected inheritance;
• Great Dane for a woman means faithful lover;
• Great Dane for a man means promotion – In the dream to see danish hound (great dane) is good omen. Such dream foretells that despite criticism of his opponents, the dreamer is in a position for a promotion;
• Bulldog attack means danger – If one is dreaming that bulldog is entering foreign land and attacking him, then it shows a chance of breaking the law of the country.

Hindu (Hinduism)

• Dog symbolizes good friends- In general dreaming of dog in Hindu culture have the significance of good friends: you can not complain about your friends;
• Chained or tethered dog means dangers – In the dream to see chained or tethered dog indicates bad luck, because of burglars or robbers. To tie up a dog in the dream, suggest that you have to take care of yourself against thieves;
• Barking dog means gossip – In the dream dog barks at you, it shows that someone is spreading bad words about you. Also, some meaning applies if the dreamer hears barking dogs – one wants to slander you;
• Chasing means risk – In the dream to be chased by dog suggest that you will be in danger; If you see that dogs are chasing someone else – this person might need your help. If it is the dream of dog chased by you, then you are in good position to fight back any risk;
• Playing with dog means success – To play with dog in the dream indicates victory. Your enemies will finally turn away from you;
• Fighting dogs means family problems – In the dream to see the fight of dogs or to hear that they are fighting, indicates the possibility of some kind of danger in the family. You must pay more attention to your family. Other meaning is about that you are the one which will create some dispute in the family.

Arabian (Islamic)

• Dog means enemy – In general dogs in the dream symbolizes enemies;
• Barking dog means dispute – If somebody dreams that a dog barks at him, it shows that he is involved in a verbal dispute with a dishonorable enemy;
• Biting dog means pressure – If the dog even bites him, then such dream means that he will be hard pressed by a dishonorable enemy;
• Ripped clothes means damage – If the dog in the dream damaged clothes of the dreamer, by tearing or ripping off, then it shows that a dishonorable enemy will inflict damage to his property and his honor;
• Killing the dog means victory – If the dreamer kills the dog, then he will destroy an adversary;
• Eating dog’s meat means property – In the dream to eat meat of the dog, suggest that an enemy will bring his assets to you himself;
• Disadvantage if dog is eating meat – If the dreamer sees that dog eats meat, then it might be a warning about coming financial problems.
• Drinking dog’s milk means fear – In the dream to drink milk of the dog predicts terror and infirmity;
• Relief if dog is drinking milk  – In the dream to see that dog drinks milk, indicates that better times is nearby and a lot of pain goes away;
• Shepherd or wild dog means unknown enemy – If the dreamer see the dog, which is or just looks like shepherd or wild dog, then this dream announces that the enemy is unknown to the dreamer and even might come from foreign countries;
• Hunting dog means dangerous friend – In the dream to see a hunting dog, it is a warning that friend or relative of the dreamer might become his enemy;
• Several different dogs means fight or competition – Dreaming of several dogs for ordinary person, symbolizes allies and their help in dispute with enemies. For businessmen, such dream represent competition. If the Emperor is dreaming about several dogs, that are from different breeds, then such dream means that he will lead foreign and native soldiers against his enemies in the field;
• Seeing a dog means betrayal – In the dream just to see dog suggest that the dreamer might experience an infidelity or betrayal;
• Hearing of dying or whining dog means disease – In the dream to hear the whine of the dog or sound of dying dog is bad omen and announces disease;
• Black dog means traitor – In the dream to see black dog or any other with dark colored fur (coat, hair) denotes upcoming disaster, a false friend is nearby;
• White dog means good companionship – In the dream to see white dog is good sign and shows luck for the dreamer and indicates true friendship;
• Being bitten repeatedly means bootlickers – In the dream to be bitten by dog or dogs for few or more times indicates that flatterers are around you. If pain was big, then they are hurting you very strong;
• Mad dog means difficulty – In the dream to see crazy, insane or wild dog indicates trouble and that the dreamer might get into the great danger;
• Playing dog means fortune – In the dream to see playing dog or to play with one, symbolizes luck and good friendship with people you know;
• Fighting dog means quarrel – In the dream to see dogs, that are fighting and biting each other, suggest to the dreamer to avoid any dispute in the family;
• Chasing, hounding or rushing dog means bad thoughts and dangerous habits – In the dream to be chased by dog or to see others (people or animals) being chased, rushed, hounded by dogs suggest to the dreamer be more careful about his thoughts and feelings. One should improve his mind and senses, otherwise he remains a troublesome creature;
• Multi-headed dog means fortune – In the dream to see Cerberus (multi headed hell hound) denotes the possibility of great profit.

Medicine Wheel Meanings:

Keywords

Friend, loyal, protective, outcast, hero, ally, loving nature.

Description

Dog – the domesticated relative of both, the wolf and the coyote, – has been for long time great friend of man. For many centuries, the dog is the companion of the human and has provided his protection, his love and his loyalty to the people. Some legends tell that the dog, because of his devotion to the people, was often treated badly by the rest of the animals and was expelled from the animal world.

Nevertheless, the history of man and dog is closely interwoven. In many cases people have maintain a lot of good, reached their goals and destination, saved their lives and families, just because of the help of dogs. And throughout the time humankind become in love for the first time with a member of the animal kingdom. Historically, and because of these circumstances, the dog is the great hero much more than the outcast of the animal kingdom.

General Meaning

Dog in the dream is the symbol of loyalty, friendship and protection. Dog represents your connection to the animal kingdom or your connection to the inner animal within yourself.

Association

Dreaming of tired or poor dog can be initiated by a dirty word with which a person is losing his honor.

Transcendent Meaning

Dog in the world of the dream symbolizes an important ally or a leader.

Contexts’ Meanings:

* Please, see meanings of dreams about puppy or specific dog breads, pets or animals, and barking.

Nature; the ability to tame yourself; freedom.

Question:

Which part of me wishes to be set free? What kind of features of the animals I can relate to myself?

General Meanings:

In General all of the animals are leaded by instincts. The desire to get what they want brings descendants and helps to improve the quality of life in all means – sexual, playfulness and other. The animals just like human-beings have an ability to warn others about the danger that is lurking for them.
In dreams animals represents those aspects of the dreamer’s personality that are related to instincts. It is very important to notice what kind of the animal the dreamer was dreaming of. There are many different meanings and explanations related to animals in general and the most common ones are these:
Baby animals – usually the dreams that are related to baby animals, shows the reflection of your surroundings. Maybe you are working in the environment where are lots of children or maybe you have many of them yourself. If the baby animal is injured, then such dream might indicate the difficulty to mature;
Animals that have human characteristics – to dream of animals, that have the characteristics just like people have, indicates the creativity of the dreamer. Consider not to be afraid of such dreams, because the aspects of humanity that are integrated in animals shows your ability to see things differently and positively. Make sure you keep that connection within yourself and try to improve it even more;
Killing of animals – if the dreamer killed the animal it could have both – good and bad meanings. As the bad omen, it is said that when you kill the animal, you kill the instincts that lies within you, otherwise it shows your ability to be powerful and strong;
To tame the animal – if the dreamer has tamed the animal, such dream shows the ability to control your own instincts and/ or to used them properly and when it is needed;
When the animal runs away – to dream of being in contact with animal, but seeing him running away for no reason, indicates the doubts you have on your mind. There is a ambiguity within your personality, which you keep fighting. Keep calm and try to divide the animal and human aspects, only then you will be able to keep the peace within yourself.

Psychological Meanings:

Animals in dreams represent the instinctual power that lies in every human – being. The animal in us, shows the actual meaning of the dream.

Wildness in you
It is known that people are different from animals, because of their ability to control the wild aspects which everyone of us has. At these days people live in society, where the use wild side of us is more and more suppressed and controlled. Because of these factors people dream quite often about animals. At least in their dreams they are free to express the suppressed emotions and feelings. Consider, dreams of wild animals is a good and positive omen, because only in them the energy of life is expressed the way we want.

Domestic animals
Domestic animals also have an important meaning in your dream, only it is interpreted lighter, because they are already tamed and more close to human nature. Otherwise, the domestic animals play much more important role than wild ones. People share the life with them day by day, not seeing them only on certain occasions.

Emotional impact in everyday life
The dreams that are related to animals have a very important and big impact with everyday life. When we have an emotional crisis it reflex in our dreams.
For example, someone that just broke up, having the dream of the animal attacking him, then such dream might show the anger towards that person.
Another example, the dreamer has a dream of seeing the animal feeding his babies, then such dream might indicate your parental instincts or the environment which includes children you are surrounded by.
The third example explains man’s relationships to his divorced wife. He was dreaming of being a tiger and trying to eat his ex wife. The dream shows how angry he is, and because in reality these feelings are suppressed, the dreamer experience those feelings through dreams.

Past, present and future
Dreams that are related to animals might represent past, present or future and what impact it has in your life. People very often hold on to past being afraid of moving forward. Some types of the animals might represent the past, for example sleeping bear, because it shows how sleepy, lazy the dreamer is, staying at the same place and not moving forward. The other explanation of animals could show the present state of your mind and life, which could have many different meanings, for example, the dreamer has experience problems with his own pet or thinking of getting one. It also could show the present state of his mind, such as anger (if dreaming of tiger), softness (if dreaming of kittens) and laziness (if dreaming of sloth). Everyone thinks more or less of the future what they would like to do and achieve in life. The dreams that are related to animals could show your desire to have children if, for example you see the pig feeding it’s babies.

Different dream explanations depending on type of the animal:

Monkey – this animal shows the playful, childish, curious and mischievous side of dreamers personality. Sometimes monkeys are seen as aggressive animals, but in reality it just the consequence of curiosity, therefore the dream may show the nosy aspects of his personality.
Bear – this animal represents independence, death, rebirth and power. Polar bear symbolizes the rebirth of your personality. Consider that the bears have very strong instinct of motherhood. It shows how devoted and loving they are when it comes to dealing with the family. The dream could show the important role of motherhood in your life too. For man the dream may have the same meaning and show the parental instincts he has and how much of it playing in his life.
Chameleon – is highly specialized reptile of lizards. If the dreamer dreams of being a chameleon, such dream indicates his ability to adapt himself to different environments and surroundings. The dream also signifies prudence when making important decisions, because the chameleon is known for being fast when it’s needed.
Squirrel – in dreams has a negative meaning. If the dreamer sees the squirrel in his dream, then it shows that the relationships he is in are useless, or the love life is going not according to plan, or you should be aware of making important business deals.
Lizard – to see the reptile called lizard, denotes to your primal instincts. Because instincts have big influence of your life, sometimes you are controlled by them more than you like.
Otherwise, there is a positive meaning, which shows your creativity, tough skin and high opinions.
Unicorn – the main meaning of this dream symbolizes purity. In old book, it is said that unicorns can be seen only by women. The unicorn represents the goodness and innocence of any female. There were many stories about unicorn, which always included love and happy ending, therefore the dreamer should interpreter this dream only as a good omen. Alternatively, the dream could suggest to be more open and do not take everything unilaterally.
Elephant – when dreaming of such animal as elephant, there is a warning to work on aspects of your personality, which requires patience, good memory and stability. There is also a sign, that you hold on to past, keeping memories, longing for old times and ignoring the present. Consider, that elephants also symbolize the royalty.
Frog – for a dreamer to see a frog in his dream means changes or transformations. Everyone knows the fairy tale about the frog becoming the prince, therefore in dreams it might also represent important changes within you or those you are surrounded by. Alternatively, the frog may indicate dirtiness or fertility.
Fox – not only in dreams, but in reality too the fox is known for it’s cleverness, hypocrisy and attention to details. In dreams the fox may indicate you – how smart and careful you are or that you should be more indulgent with some people and do not judge them so quick. The fox can be a warning of someone in your life that is not honest and trust full.
Rabbit/Hare – such animals represent fertility, fear, rashness. Consider to see which aspects of the rabbit you can relate to yourself. Rabbits are known for the ability to fertilize quickly and often. They also are afraid of many things, maybe there is something that you are afraid of? Make sure you do not make any rash decisions, just in case you will be sorry for them later on.
Domestic animals – the animals that we see every day have the biggest impact of the meaning in dreams that are related to animals. They are living close to us or with us, therefore the features these animals have in a dream are most common are recognizable to us. If there are some features that have to be settled down, make sure you do so within yourself either.
Stag/Reindeer – these animals are very hierarchical, which means that the dreamer has very high and good opinion about himself. He knows what he wants out of life, makes the prioritizes, is very opinionated and sometimes even too arrogant.
Dog – is known as the best friend of people. Such dream shows the trust, loyalty, protection and many more positive features. Consider, that it is not always good to be good, because sometimes to achieve things we’ve got to be a bit more stricter. The dream about dog might also indicate someone in your life, that has these features, which means that you should be happy having someone so special and loyal-full. There are more conditions related to dog such as dying dog or sick dog, which would show that the friendship you were holding on is not so special anymore.
Hyena – such animal in dreams is interpreted as the sign of impurity, selfishness, instability and lies.
Hedgehog – as the symbol is known as a bad omen, because of the bad behavior of the animal. The dream warns you to keep a distance with certain person, do not make any important deals, because you will be deceived and misled.
Cobra – is very silent and speedy animal that has potency to keep the balance between bad and good.
Kangaroo – is very rare animal that represents motherhood and strength. Mostly kangaroo is dreamed by people who live in certain places such as Australia.
Cat – is a symbol of femininity, power, creativity and independent spirit. Alternatively, it is a symbol of misfortune and unluckiness. To know the meaning of the dream, you’ve got to tell, if you are a cat lover or not, then you will be able to interpreter your dream as a bad or good omen. Usually when the cat is being angry, bad it signifies your lost connection within your femininity. It is also known that black cat brings bad luck, which in dreams doesn’t have negative meaning if you felt comfortable about it.
Body parts of animals – to dream of animal body parts, have very similar meaning to dreaming of people’s body parts. Being without one or more particular parts of the body, shows that you’ve lost the connection within yourself. To find out more about your dream, please read more meanings about human body parts in dreams.
Toad – causes negative emotions, because the toad as the creature is ugly and disgusting. All of these features reflects in your personality or some person that you are having relationship with.
Leopard – such animal represents power, aggression and loneliness. Maybe you have too much energy and and directing it in wrong direction. The leopard might show the anger which you suppressed.
Lion – this animal is know as the king of the animals. It has the features of strong, grand and powerful animal. In dreams the lion represents the leader and confidence the one has. If the dreamer fights with the lion and wins the battle, then such dream indicates a successful development, as long the lion doesn’t die. If the lion eats the man, such dream shows the risks you will take or lost features which leads to success. Alternatively, the lion might indicate your desire to control everything. Consider, that it is not always good to be over controlled, as others have their opinions and needs too.
Lynx – this animal is known for being very mysterious and secrecy. As in the dream it also suggests you too look closer into your secrets,which means that there is a lot to learn from the problems you have.
Mole – to see this animal in your dreams represents the danger and confusion. The dream shows that you are organizing something to work against others. Alternatively, the dream may be a warning that somebody else is talking behind your back or trying to harm you in any other way. Look deeper into yourself and/or the situations you are in.
Mouse – because this animal is so small, in dreams it might represent the wish to be understood and seen. Maybe you feel like no one pays attention to you, therefore you feel so small. It could also show your actual fear of mice which reflects in your dreams.
Deformed animals – to see animals, that are without some parts of their body or looks completely deformed, signifies about the dreamers features, which are not acceptable to ordinary norms.
Otter – is a symbol of easy life, good fortune and happiness. The dreamer flows easily through life, being happy person. The otter is also known as being industrious animal, who builds things in life, without any complaints.
Horse – this animal in dreams represents strength, power, virility and sexuality. There are many meanings of the horse depending on your sexual libido, ability to handle the difficulties and generally how strong you are as a person. Consider, how the horse looked in the dream, only then you will be able to interpreter the dream in the right way. If the horse is weak, some of your personality is also weak.
Very often the the dream about horse is related to the color of the horse:
black horse – signifies mystery, unknown and wildness;
white horse – purity, innocence, good things in your life, search for eternal love;
Very often the horse have two heads in a dream, which represents your confusion, because you do not know which direction you should go. Make sure, you think of every detail, only then take the important decision.
Rat – this kind of animal causes negative emotions both in reality and dreams. It is known as a symbol of sickness and unknowings. Maybe the dreamer is in the environment at work, home or any other one, that feels unhappy at. The rat can also represent the symbol of rejection. There is a possibility that you feel refused by your family, friends or colleagues.
Reptiles and other cold-blooded animals – these kind of animals are least ones that human-beings have anything in common. The dream of reptiles signifies the features of your personality that are very unusual and unacceptable. Usually the one has such dreams is in fear of something and/or finding it hard to know himself as acceptable person to others. Everyone is afraid of stagnation or death, therefore we should not be afraid to change ourselves and become better people.
Cow – the symbol of femininity, especially in a parental way. It is also a symbol of nourishment, because the cow provides milk to people. The dream shows how devoted and patient you are as a person, as the cow is known for the stability and devotion to others.
Bull – in dreams represent negative aspects of personality such as anger, fear and confusion. If the dreamer kills the bull, such dream indicates the wish to become an adult, where you are powerful and the strongest.
Pests – these parasites represents the rejection of something in your life. Maybe you are surrounded by people, who gives you a bad influence and maybe there are some things that you do not like about yourself.
Sheep/Lamb – the most known thing about sheep is their instinct to go with the herd, therefore the most common explanation of the dream is the dreamer’s habit to do things and live just like the others. The Lamb is known for it’s innocence and goodness. They are also related to low intelligence and the fear of God, which means that the dreamer stays faithful and honest in all cases of the life. If the dreamer dreamed not only of the sheep/lamb, but also the wolf, then such dream indicates the conflict in your life between good and bad. You should consider to choose the good in life instead of bad, because things will go smoothly only when you will behave in appropriate way.
Jackal – as the symbol stands for death and cemetery, which doesn’t have to be interpreted as the bad sign, because it shows the connection you have with another world, because in esoteric theory the symbol of jackal that the dreamer sees in his dream leads the soul of the earth into another dimension – light.
Snake – is the symbol of both females and males, death, reincarnation, rebirth and sexuality. The snake represent instincts of human-beings.
On the sexual aspect, the snake shows the fears and desires that are related to sexuality. For females it could show that she is afraid of sexuality or alternatively is trying to seduce someone. Woman has a power of seducing men, especially those that are horny. For males it is also the symbol of sexuality. It could show their fears of losing the libido or ability to perform as a man. The shape of the snake reminds the organ of the man – penis. It gives the power or the impotency for the men, therefore the dreamer might have the fear of losing it and having those dreams that are related to snakes.
On the death aspect of the dream, some snakes are known as very poisonous, because of the bite of the snake which causes death. Some people are threatened by the snakes, because they seem mysterious and poisonous. If the dreamer saw the snake, that is biting him, then such dream might indicate the actual fear of snakes or it could be a warning of your hidden fears and worries.Alternatively, it could symbolize the forbidden sexual needs and desires.
The snake could also be a symbol of healing and recovery, because of their ability to change the skin. Consider, that if someone is sick, they will get well very soon, as the snake promises the cure of the sickness.
Other snake interpretations depending on circumstances:
Sexual act if snakes are going out of the mouth – such dream may indicate your unfulfilled sexual desires or the lack of the sex;
Refusing to see the danger if see the snake without head – such dream shows that you are ignoring some situation or problem, which will lead you to disappointments if you continue to ignore it;
Looking for sexual fulfillment if eating snake – for a dreamer to eat snake, that is dead or alive, shows your intention to have sexual act.
Pig – in some of the cultures the pig associates with dirtiness, disgusting and stupidity. Alternatively, it represents wholeness, richness and wealthy life. The interpretation of the dream depends on such factors as: if in reality pig for you is not disgusting or dirty, then it means that the dream has a positive meaning, which promises life fulfilled with happiness and joy. If the pig for you seems like dirty and unattractive creature, then the dream suggest you to look deeper into yourself and clear your negative thoughts. Seeing pig being cooked alive, signifies that you got rid of negative aspects in your life.
Seal – the dream about seal, signifies that the dreamer has one vivid element of his personality, which overwhelms the others.
Tiger – is the symbol of dignity, power and kingdom. In dreams it represents the qualities of you such as the ones lion or lynx have. It means that you like to dominate and be the leader of the situation.
Dragon – such animal represents the fear or dignity the dreamer has. If the dreamer is afraid of something, new surroundings or is unable to make important decisions, then such dream shows the fear of the dreamer, therefore he sees or fights the monsters – dragons. He is not taking actions to fight for what belongs to him, instead he steps back and waits for the problems to disappear. If the dreamer fight the dragon and wins the battle, then such dream indicates good luck and fortune you will have. Consider, that in some cultures, especially in eastern ones, the dragon is seen as spiritual creature, which leads to another dimension and/or world.
Injured animals – those that are sick or injured, represents the hurt that is done on emotional or spiritual level.
Transformations into animal – if the dreamer transformed from human-being into any animal, then such dream indicates his ability to adapt to different circumstances.
Prehistoric animals – if the dreamer dreams about animals that no longer exists, such dream shows unhealed wounds from the past.
Whales – in dreams the whale is explained as the symbol of rebirth and reincarnation, because in reality they live underwater, they show hidden dimensions.
Weasel – as the symbol in dreams is known as the deceiver, which means that you have some negative intentions towards someone. It could also show that there is a lack of trust when you are communicating with others.
Wild animals – these kind of animals associated with danger and unknown places, therefore if the dreamer has such dream, it means that he doesn’t feel secure and safe. Alternatively, the dream may indicate that the dreamer has to slow down and tame his behavior. The dream might also indicate the freedom the dreamer wants or getting one at the moment.
Vertebrate animals – those that have a backbone are known as vertebrate animals, which in dreams means that those who dreams of these kind of animals have stability and balance in their life.
Wolf – to dream of one wolf, usually symbolizes the dreamer who feels alone and lonely. The dream may also indicate your fear of other people. Alternatively, the dream shows your grace, self – confidence and pride. The dream shows that you are able to fit in any situation and join any circumstances you are surrounded by.
Zebra – this animal is not dangerous and denotes to balance and harmony of the dreamer’s personality. The zebra also shows the opposites: good and bad, white and black, which means that maybe sometimes you are the person that goes into extreme situations.
Goat – this animal represents the creativity of male energy and vitality. Alternatively, the goat can be interpreted as the bad omen, where the human – being behave in an inappropriate way, has negative thoughts that are related to sexuality. If the dreamer was riding on the goat, then such dream indicates the strong bond between the dreamer and his negative thoughts.
Hybrid animals – if the dreamer saw the one or more animals that are composed of few animals and looks unnatural, then such dream signifies the confusion you are in at the moment. Consider, what kind of hybrid animal you saw, because only then you will be able to indicate the important details of your dream. The parts of the hybrid animal that are dominating are also the parts that make an influence of who you are and what you dreamed of.

Traditional Meanings:

European (Judeo-Christian)

In general the animals represents the hidden instincts and characteristics the dreamer has through his dreams. To interpreter the dream in a correct way, you have to look into individual animal, only then will be able to make a good and correct explanation of your dream.
You will overcome the obstacles if dream of wild animals that you’ve tamed – the dream indicates your ability to deal with the most difficult tasks;
Shows the soft side of your personality if see small animals – such dreams usually indicates the positive aspects of you, such as innocence, goodness and tenderness;
Happiness if feed the animal – to dream that you are giving the food for animals, promises luck and happiness in your life;
The enemies trying to get close to you, if you are pursued by animals – if in a dream one or more animals are going after you, then it means that you are very close to danger, therefore try to be careful with those you are in contact;
Be cautious if talking to animals – if the dreamer sees himself talking in a language of human – beings, then such dream warns him to be careful with his friends, family or colleagues;
Cardinal changes in your life if see many different animals – if the dreamer sees many different types of animals, then such dream means that there is a havoc in your life and many things are going to change in a positive or negative way, it all depends on you;

Hindu (Hinduism)

Will achieve great results if tamed the animal – such dream promises great future for you and your family;
Do not be as much sincere as you are at the moment if hear animals talking – the dream is a suggestion to be aware of people, because you are so good to them, they might use it against you.

Arabian (Islamic)

Will get a profit in a questionable way if tamed the animal – if the dreamer saw himself taming the animal and achieved it perfectly, such dream means that he will get rich, but in unknown way;
Someone will cheat on you if hear talking animals – such dream shows that someone will be unfaithful or will deceive you, Beware of those people and try to protect yourself;
Happiness if feed the animal – to dream that you are giving the food for animals, promises luck and happiness in your life;
Freedom if dream of wild animal – the most common explanation of the wild animals is the desire of the dreamer to be free and independent. Such dream shows the instinct of the human – beings to be as much free as the animals are;
Loyalty of your friends if dream of pastures – such dream shows how lucky you are having friends that you can trust of;
Cardinal changes in your life if see many different animals – if the dreamer sees many different types of animals, then such dream means that there is a havoc in your life and many things are going to change in a positive or negative way, it all depends on you;
The enemies trying to get close to you if you are pursued by animals – if in a dream one or more animals are going after you, then it means that you are very close to danger, therefore try to be careful with those you are in contact;
Fortune and good future if you are in friendly contact with animals – to spend time with animals, feel safe between them and be absolutely happy about that, signifies your calm and harmonic life.

Artemidorus Meanings:

According to Artemidoros the dreams that are related to animals is a good omen, especially when the dreamer is fighting with them. The man that is fighting with an animal will provide the meat for many people. For slaves such dream has a good meaning only if the one who wins the fight is the animal, because it announces the end of the slavery and freedom which was wished for. Alternatively, the dream promises bad life when the animal is sick and carrying the disease, because he will not be able to provide good and healthy meat.

Medicine Wheel Meanings:

Keywords

Nature; instincts; the kingdom of animals; support; mental and physical nourishment.

Description

The kingdom of animals is divided into four different types which are: swimming, crawling, flying and walking animals. Each of them are very individual and have completely different characteristics. Animals are more dependent on various factors, than plants are. Otherwise animals are more independent than human-being are. Because of the need to feed themselves, some animals are inseparable from hunting. However, not all of them are as much rapacious as the other ones.

General Meaning

The most intense features of animals are the instincts, knowledge how to survive and fecundate. The ability to survive even at most difficult circumstances is enormous.

Association

Natural instincts; ability to adapt to different circumstances; feel the nature.

Transcendent Meaning

A gift in the form of help, knowledge , food supplies, songs and other qualities.

Contexts’ Meanings:

* Please, see meaning of pet, predator.

European (Judeo-Christian)

• Warning of risk if see waterfowl – In your dream you see waterfowl then this dream announces you risk which may bring harm and worry in your life;

Hindu (Hinduism)

• Danger if see waterfowl – The waterfowl as a dream symbol shows that soon you will have a misfortune which may bring you to danger.

Arabian (Islamic)

• if see waterfowl - Dreaming of one of waterfowl such as seabirds or simply waterfowl, then this means that you will get what you desire in your life;
• Prosperity if eat meat of waterfowl – In the dream you are eating meat of any kind of waterfowl then this is a good sign that you will gain wealth, as much as you ate or saw meat;
• Wonderful life if collect feathers of waterfowl – This dream goes as a happiness symbol, you will reach what you want and you will have everything in your life.

* Please, see meaning of duck, crane, swans .

Possessive love.

Question:

To what extent love is dangerous for me?

General Meanings:

Strength and Power – Bear in a dream most often goes as impetuous and brute force, which you should use with caution in order not to overshoot the target. Positively such a force, energy and perseverance can help you to handle with hard situations. Leadership and healing ability, strength for defense.

Danger and Menace – The dream about bear also has a dangerous, threatening meaning in itself. In the fairy tales and mythology of the Nordic nations and Russia the bear is the king of beasts.

Aggression - A live bear in a dream is a sign of aggression. The dead bear shows that the dreamer is handling with his deeper negative instincts. The dream of a teddy bear, then this is manifested as a child’s need for security.

Warning – Polar bear in ancient dream books is as a warning against disappointment by a loved one.

Psychological Meanings:

Motherhood – In European culture, the bear is mostly associated with the feminine forces of nature. For its brown color, it signalizes closer contact with the Mother of Earth. For example in Germany the bear was the queen of the woods. In the dream the bear is a dominating mother. The bear is also a desire to counter the power of their own creativity.

Sexuality and Exploration – The dream about bear is accepted as the dark side of female sexuality, the part that frightens, if you overcome it, then sex life will satisfy you more. So dreams about bears are more important for men than for women. For women, this dream often an indication which provides a fully exploration of their sexuality, so this is not determined by others. The symbol of the bears is thus an archetype.

Spiritual Meanings:

At this level, the bear symbolizes spiritual strength and power.

Traditional Meanings:

European (Judeo-Christian)

• Profit If see a bear – This dream informs you about the winning in the games or gain and also you will get a tremendous competition;
• Hardship If dancing – This dream announces you about uncertainty in interpersonal relationships and also you can even expect some gossips and annoyance;
• Harm If being attacked by a bear – This dream is a warning that you will suffer from great damage;
• Good luck If hunting bear – You are on the right way, go on there is no danger, you will succeed in everything!
• Happiness If see a dead or a bearskin – The happiness doesn’t come without obstacles, all uncertainties will be cleared up the last time;
• More strength If see more – The signal about imminent events which will change your future, it will require all your strength;
• Luck If scare away or kill – You can expect some success;
• Danger If  a young woman sees – The dream is a warning that you  must reckon with a dangerous rival, or other mishap.
• Weddings If eating bear’s meat – this dream announces you about weddings in your family.

Hindu (Hinduism)

• Richness If see – In the dream you see a walking bear, this is a sign that you will get wealth and fortune.

Arabian (Islamic)

• In general, the bear represents richness and power, but stupid and audacious enemy.
• Defeated enemy If someone kills – You will destroy all the plans of your enemy and end up his harm;
• Low power If riding on a bear – This dream predicts that you have limited power to reach your goals;
• Opponent failure If someone kills a bear with his sword – The sign that you will rejoice over the downfall of your adversary.
• Wealth If eating – To eat bear meat, you’ll gain from a hulking, but rich enemy as much wealth as they ate bear meat.
• Riches If  have a bear-skin yourself – In the dream you have a bear-skin or someone else has it,  you will acquire the entire assets.
• Fear If run from bear – Indicates the fear of the authorities and a long illness.
• Assets If Someone removes a bear’s head – This announces that you will get assets all entire capital from your uncouth enemy;
• Worries If see a lot – In the dream you see some bears this mean that you will suffer from injustice;
• If kill – You will know how to fight your enemies;
• If black – bad luck;
• If white – honorable distinction.

Contexts’ Meanings:

* Please, see meaning of brown bear, grizzly bear, black bear, animals..

European (Judeo-Christian)

• Good sign if whip egg yolk – In your dream you whip egg yolk then this dream is a good sign for monetary gain through speculation or lottery.

Arabian (Islamic)

• Worries if see yolk – In your dream you see an egg yolk then this may be a sign that you will have some troubles in near future;
• Happy events if cooked yolk – The dream of cooked yolk then this means that you will have good future and wonderful events.

* Please, see meaning of egg.

Wholeness In the dream and in meditation the onion can occur as a symbol of wholeness, this holistic approach consists of many layers. Onion promises new courage, hope and good health.

Personality features The dreamer peels an onion in his dream, then this dream suggest to unveil valuable personality features of himself or other people. This is an indication with all the effort to understand various features of their own personality.

Unpleasant experience  In the dream the onions is cut or consumed (often with tears), then this dream announces a painful experience, falseness and deceit that will come very soon.

Psychological Meanings:

Health and power You know their benefits to health who eat them, so the dream announces new strengths, power that will make any work much easier. To cut onions in a dream this is a symbol to increase energy. When slice an onion signifies resistance against worries and troubles.

Spiritual Meanings:

On the spiritual level the onions symbolize the cosmos (universe) and the revelation.

Traditional Meanings:

Arabian (Islamic)

• Joy if seeing fresh and good onions – This is very good sign that you will have tears of joy, the happiness comes to you;
• Dispute if seeing an onion – In the dream you see an onion/onions announces you anger, domestic dispute, but you will overcome everything and there will be peace at home;
• Worries if eating an onion – When you eat an onion in your dream, marks that you will get into bad relationships;
• Tears if peel  – You are peeling an onion in a dream, this dream announces you painful experience and worries, which will bring you lots of tears;
• Pain if onion is rotted – This shows tears of pain.

European (Judeo-Christian)

• Anxiety if cutting onion -The cutting of an onion and crying in a dream, announces grief and sorrow;
• More power if seeing growing onion – To watch how onions grow in a dream, courage is needed to reach your goals in profession or work;
• No worries if peeling onion – In the dream you are peeling onions, you will slowly resolve all secrets and worries. You will overcome them without any consequences;
• Hard richness if eating a green onion –  In a dream to eat green onion, means prosperity and good health, however they will come together with stress, sadness;
• Envy if large quantity of onions – When you see a lot of onions in a dream, this stand for jealousy and envy because of the success of others;
• Difficulties if cut and cry – In the dream you cry when you cut onions you will have some difficulties with your rivals;
• Overcoming difficulties if see onion as raw food in a dream – This is a good sign that you will overcome all obstacles;
• Happiness if cooked onions -In the dream you see cooked onions, this means satisfaction and profits for small business;
• Disrespect if eating a strong smelling onion – This dream shows contempt to some people of your family. Especially if he/she is eating an onion and you smell it strongly;
• No grief if eat boiled or fried – Means that you will overcome grief bravely.

Hindu (Hinduism)

• Health if eating onion – in the dream you eat an onion, this shows that your health is fine;
• No harm if slicing onions – In a dream that you are slicing onions shows that you will overcome enemies, they will not make you any damage or harm;
• Harm if planting onion – When you plant onions in your dream, this shows harm in your life;
• Harm if gathering or picking onions in the field – In a dream you are gathering onions, this means that you will suffer from harm caused by your own family.

Artemidorus Meanings:

To eat onion and garlic in dreams – bad luck to dreamer’s property, but happiness in life. Only for the sick one, the dream of onions is different. Dreams for sick ones – to eat a lot of onions in a dream, announces that he will recover. If someone, who is sick, eats only a few onions, there is serious problems about health.

Contexts’ Meanings:

To eat an onion or onions in a dream – The onion as as symbol stands for health. If you eat an onion in a dream, then this shows that you have good health. You are very powerful and strong person in reaching your goals. You will have wealthy life. This also will bring you luck and increase in material wealth.

To cut or to slice onions in a dream – This dream shows that you will defeat all your enemies. You will overcome all the worries and painful experiences and after this you will have good and happy life. If you cry when you cut onions, signifies sorrow and pain cause by other people. If you cry while cutting or slicing this announces worries and troubles in your family.

To peel onion or onions in a dream – You are dreaming that you are peeling an onion, means that you try to understand and recognize your hidden abilities or hidden worries. This is the way to understand yourself better, to avoid bad consequences.

To pick or plant onions in a dream – This dream signifies harm in your life. This can be because of others fault or even yourself. Because you made bad decisions in the past and now you have lots of unpleasant things.

To dream rotten onion or horrible and strong smell of the onion – This is very bad sign which announces serious disease. You must take care of your health, because this can bring even death. Your concision sends you a warning.

* Please, see meaning of wreath, garland, hoop, cycle, ring, circle, chaplet, rim, lip.

– The aspect of female, smoothness and softness; also independently and autonomously.

Question:

– How do I integrate the flexible and independent parts of my personality? What do I feel in relation to the combination of these two features?

General Meanings:

The cat is a very independent and lonely animal. However, cats and human beings can have a great friendship. The cat is a symbol of loneliness and individuality. The most vivid feature of the cat is the sensitivity which shows the sensitive side of the dreamer. Consider, that the cat in the dreams also represents sexual aspects of the dreamer, where hidden desires and wishes are expressed. The dream might have the meaning for the lack of tenderness and that the sexuality of the dreamer is still playful. It is known that the cat signifies the intuition, which might be hidden in your dreams and have a special message to the dreamer.

Psychological Meanings:

Psychoanalysis provides the following indication of the cat: the animal is related to female’s sexual organ or anything that is false and fake. The studies shows that depending on who is the dreamer man or women could have different explanations. Mostly for men the cat, especially the wild one is related to their sexual desires and the need to have sex to someone. However, if the women has dreamt about the cat, then such a dream signifies falseness, which is more common between women, because women intend to fantasize and lie more than men do. The dreams could have completely different meaning for those who are not connected to sexual factors or have nothing to do with falsification.

Spiritual Meanings:

In Egypt culture the cat is related to Bastet – the goddess of cats, which symbolizes happiness and celebration. According to history, those who dreamed of the cats were leading happy and fulfilled life as the cat is a symbol of divinity.

Traditional Meanings:

European (Judeo-Christian)

Generally the cat is not a good sign in dreams, especially for men as it represents disappointments in love and/or friends, also unfaithfulness with those around you.

• Falsity from friends or failure in love if can not destroy the cat – for a dreamer to struggle fighting the cat and being unable to kill it, shows that the dreamer might fail at love affairs or will see the true faces of his friends;
• Disputes with neighbors if the cat is wild – such dreams warns about the danger that lives next to you;
• Will get robbed if fighting with the cat – for a dreamer to see himself fighting with the cat signifies that he will get robbed and/or cheated. However, if the dreamer won the fight, it means that he will avoid the frustration;
• Will get the damage from those you love if the cat bites or scratches – to dream of the cat that scratched or bitten you, symbolizes the loss of something, which will be done by someone that is very close to you (family, friends);
• Wealth and prestige if chased the cat away – for a dreamer to see himself chasing the cat away, denotes to wealthy and rich life, as any barriers he will face will be taken away;
• Bad news if the cat has sneaky face – to dream of the cat, that looks angry, signifies bad news about your friends or family members;
• Will avoid danger if cuddling the cat – to dream that you were cuddling the cat, shows that you will tame the enemies and will be able to avoid the risks and dangers;
• Illness of children if see the kittens – to dream of small kittens, symbolizes the sickness of your kids, however, if the kittens seemed nice and cute, any serious harm will be escaped;
• Tender love if the cat is white – to dream of the cat that is white, is a good sign, that the dreamer will find the love of his life, however the cat as a symbol shows that he should be careful with the one he will fall into;
• Evil if the cat is black- to dream of the cat that is black, denotes to dangers and/or unlucky love;
• Confusion if the cat is spotted – the colors of the cat, represents passionate and confused feelings the dreamer has. Consider the shades of the spots as it could give more of the clue about the dream;
• Ingratitude from relatives if feeding the cat – to dream of seeing yourself feeding the cat, signifies condemnation from people that are close to you;
• Infidelity if eating the cat – such dream warns you to be aware of unfaithfulness;
• Will be betrayed by friends if see many cats – to dream of seeing more than one cat, symbolizes perfidy from some of your friends;
• Someone is talking behind your back if hear the cat meowing – to dream of the cat that is making noises, denotes to unpleasant talks about you;
• The danger will be rendered harmless if beating the cat – such a dream shows that you will deal with all of the negativity greatfull;
• The enemies will disappear if killed the cat – to dream of killing the cat, signifies the end of bad days;
• Lots of work if businessman dream of the cat – for the man, that is working a lot of with business stuff dreaming of the cat shows the effort he will have to put, if he wants to be the leader and/or the best amongst the others;
• Look after yourself if you are pregnant and dream of cats – such dream symbolizes, that you should give more time for yourself and the baby you are carrying;

Hindu (Hinduism)

• The cats in the dreams warns the dreamers to be aware of the bad people.
• Could get robbed if dream of cat that scratched or bitten you – the dream foretells to protect everything that belongs to you and try to avoid the danger.

Arabian (Islamic)

Generally the cat is a thief in most of the dreams.

• Will avoid thief if fighting or even killed the cat – such a dream shows that when the dreamer sees himself fighting with the cat, then he will be able to escape from someone who is aiming to cheat or even steal something of him, especially if the cat that the dreamer knows of;
• Will find the stolen goods if dream of the cat meat – to see see a cat meat, which looks terrible and disgusting , shows that the goods will be returned;
• Will catch the thief if found someone taking the skin of the cat – such dream signifies that the person that’s been stealing will be caught;
• Illness if dog is fighting the cat – to dream of seeing a dog who is fighting with a cat, symbolizes sickness the dreamer will suffer;
• Will be sick for a long time if cat bitted you – such dream warns that you should be aware of the diseases, otherwise you will be stuck in bed;
• Fraud if hear the cat in a dream – if the dreamer thinks that he hears a cat meowing, such a dream warns about the fraud he will suffer;
• Be aware of intelligent people if the cat is sleeping – to dream of the cat that sleeps, suggests to be careful of people who are smart and quite, as sleeping cat represents danger that is snoozing;
• Extremely dangerous enemies if the cat is black – such dream shows of huge danger that awaits for you;
• Will not be seduced by evil if the cat is white – the dreamer is going to be lucky as the color of the cat, which in this case is white, shows calm and ordinary life he is going to have;
• Stay cautious if been scratched by a cat – to dream that you’ve been scratched by a cat, suggest to be aware of those people you are surrounded by;
• Will fight hardly if cat attacks you – to dream of being in a fight with the cat or just simply defending yourself from it, signifies of upcoming battles you will have in the future;
• You will get what you deserve if fed the cat – to dream that you were feeding the cat, shows that what goes around comes around, which means that you will get what you deserved;
]]> https://good-dreaming.com/cats/feed/ 44 https://good-dreaming.com/crow/ https://good-dreaming.com/crow/#comments Thu, 19 Sep 2013 16:01:51 +0000 http://good-dreaming.com/?p=11240 meat of the crow reflects to receiving what belong to you, the more you ate of the meat, the more you will get back; Will get into conflict if fighting with crow – you will fight the person with the personality just like the crow one has; Poverty if see a baby crow – a fledgling crow in a dream shows miserable, sad, poor life you will have. Artemidorus Meanings:...]]> General Meanings:

In General crow mostly symbolizes strife, failure or death. Screaming crows in a dream are considered as signs of loss or major changes in the intimate relationships that might affect the dreamer. Alternatively lots of crows may indicate happiness and announce huge development.

Psychological Meanings:

A crow is a symbol of a ( perceived as aggressive ) woman. Usually the confrontation the dreamer has is related to the woman and the dreamer is always a man.

Traditional Meanings:

European (Judeo-Christian)

The crow in the dreams usually denotes to death, sad news and negative aspects of your personality. Alternatively, the symbol of the crow could be a message from your unconscious, which could be interpreted as a warning to get rid of negative and unfavorable features of yourself. Sometimes the dream notifies of new meetings and achievements.

• Death if crow flies to you very closely – if in the dream you feel insecure, because the bird is too close to you, flying around or simply standing, then such dream indicates of someone’s death. The closer the bird is to you, the more familiar person will die;
• Grief and sorrow if catch the crow – if you caught the bird, such dream signifies sadness and funeral you will have;
• Profit if see several crows – more than one crow promises gain at some point;
• Will meet the relatives if craws are in the trees – soon will get to see your family for a pleasant period of time;
• Will get bad message if crow is screaming, crying – the sound the crow makes is the voice of unhappiness from upcoming sad news to you;
• Will meet twisted and cunning woman if young man dreams of crow – such dream shows that the dreamer should be careful, because he can be deceived in all ways;
• Will be betrayed by the loved one if a young woman dreams of crow – such dream shows that the man she loves will be unfaithful to her;

Hindu (Hinduism)

In Hindu culture the crows always bring bad message about the enemies and bad people who will pursue you.

• Will know of someone’s death if crow is screaming – such dream gives a signal to prepare yourself for the worst.

Arabian (Islamic)

Very often the crow symbolizes a person who is a liar, arrogant and miserable. According to the history, crows were interpreted and seen as a symbol of curse, which meant both short and long life at the same time.

• Will meet an old, greedy man if found a crow – for a dreamer to see himself seeking for something and then finally finding it as the crow, shows that on the journey of your life will be one person that you will meet – greedy, poor, strange and old one;
• Dreaming of crow more than once luck or misfortune – if the dreamer was dreaming about crows more than once a night, than such dreams shows misleading fortune or misfortune, therefore should be aware both of them;
• Sad news if hear the crow which croaks – the croaking symbolizes the warning of upcoming bad and sad messages in your life;
• Death or obstacles if catch the crow – if you caught the crow in a dream, it means you caught the terrible faith for yourself, which leads to unhappiness, disappointments and even loss;
• Will steal something if own the crow – such dream shows that the dreamer will rob something from somebody;
• Will get the relief, but only after many worries if talking to crow – you will overcome the problems with many barriers in the future, but having conversation with the crow symbolize negotiations, which will lead to ease;
• Will get back what belongs to you if eating the crow – to eat the meat of the crow reflects to receiving what belong to you, the more you ate of the meat, the more you will get back;
• Will get into conflict if fighting with crow – you will fight the person with the personality just like the crow one has;
• Poverty if see a baby crow – a fledgling crow in a dream shows miserable, sad, poor life you will have.

Artemidorus Meanings:

According to Artemidorus the crow is the bird that is a messenger of the upcoming storms. The cows living a very long period of time, therefore they are related to old women. Everything grows and matures slowly bringing the darkness also both happiness and unhappiness.

Medicine Wheel Meanings:

Keywords

Magic, speaking, messenger, quick-change artist, teaching, connection, guarding, cleverness, deviousness.

Description



The crow is a bird like the raven which is often associated with the ambiguity.
The crow is also considered as the bearer of the magic. These birds live in places like fields, suburbs and even in inner cities. They are quite big birds shiny black feathers and make a very loud croak. They are croaking constantly which is the way crows are communicating with each other.
In many traditions crows were seen as very important allies and guardians of the people who followed the path of the Earth. In some traditions the crow was even seen as a quick change for an artist, where even in these days the magic tricks are done including crows. Consider, that the witches are associated with these type of birds either.
It is known that crows build their nests only in very tall trees, because in this way they are able to see better what is around them, which helps to protect the nests and itself. In dreams it is said that the dreamer is able to see things from higher perspective.

General Meaning

The dream about crows brings the message about your gifts and talents. It also shows the aspects of your personality, that you hold hidden deep down in the dark. Consider, that the dream might be a signal to start get interested in ancient wisdom from which you would find out a lot not only about the dream, but yourself either.

Association

Husky croak , crow of a happy baby.

Transcendent Meaning

An aspect of your own magic might have something to do with your ability to change your character in the way you are dealing with the world and your life. Another symbol denotes to ambivalence which you should be very careful with. The crow in your dream also can be interpreted as a gift of magic.

Contexts’ Meanings:

* Please, see meaning of Magpie, Raven, birds.

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Dignity, strength, pride.

Question:

How much of the courage I have?

General Meanings:

In general lion in a dream symbolizes cruelty and strength. Lion very often known as the animal with enormous amount of the energy, aggressiveness and influence in nature. There are many different dream interpretations that are related to lion, depending on the circumstances in a dream:
Will be successful if killed the lion – to hunt down the lion shows the risks you might take, however the results you will achieve if the lion will be killed are going to be very favourable;
The enemies will become friends if caught the lion – for a dreamer to catch the lion denotes to the things which will turn upside down unexpectedly, because the enemy you have is going to be by your side as a friend;
Do not trust anyone if tamed the lion – this is the suggestion from the conscious mind of yours to be careful with those around you;
Forthcoming danger if lion is roaring – prepare to defend yourself from danger.

Psychological Meanings:

Psychologically the lion in a dream have several meanings. One of them is known in fairy tales where the lion is a symbol of the king among of the other animals. Physically the lion is strong, beautiful, powerful and potent. In ancient times the lion was a symbol of the sun. It also symbolizes power and energy, that usually scares us in the dreams. Consider, that in ancient times the lion was always a positive symbol, therefore we should not be afraid of dreams that are related to lions. The main explanations of the dreams that are related to lions are:

• The lion express the creativity and mental strength of the dreamer. These are the fundamental characteristics of the dreamer which must be developed as much as it is possible if he wants to move forward;
• It has been noticed that people who dream of lions are easily fooled by the others.They never look around when walking through life, going straight without looking to the left or to the right, which means that they don’t see things they suppose to see;
• Some people are very dominant, therefore the personalities of these people shows the desire to be first and the leader, just like the lion is. This is not always a good characteristic, because other people can suffer from it;
• Aggression and dis-control are inherent features of those who dream of lions. They find it hard to control themselves in critical situation.

Spiritual Meanings:

On the spiritual level, the lion in a dream symbolizes the power that must be tamed, otherwise it will get out of control.

Traditional Meanings:

European (Judeo-Christian)

The lion is a symbol of strong power and force.

• The gain of power and influence if see a lion – such dream shows that you will obtain the power to control anything you want;
• Will have a very powerful enemy if see the lion in the freedom – for a dreamer to see a lion that is running out in freedom, warns about evil that is hiding out for you;
• Grief and distress if the lion is imprisoned – the meaning of this dream foretells about sadness and suffering;
• Success in every aspect of the life if the lion has been tamed – if you were able to tame the animal, then it means that you will be able to control anything you want;
• Will defeat enemies if the lion is in the cage – for a dreamer to see the lion that is in the cage, means that you will deal with the barriers throughout your way very easily;
• Intellectual increase if see the trainer of the lion – the tamer of the lion represents your potential to increase smart and intelligent aspects of your personality;
• Negativity if the lion is black – for a dreamer to see a black lion, means that you or someone else is trying to do damage;
• Magnificent power if lion is white – such dream shows your creativity and ability to cope with the most difficult situations. It could also indicate your fear of facing the the capability you are holding back;
• Loss of wealth if been followed by the lion – if you saw yourself being followed by the lion, then such dream shows that you will lose your riches;
• Warning of impending danger if being attacked by a lion – the attack symbolizes the danger that is waiting for you;
• Danger which you will overcome if lion steps back – you will be able to beat risks, however this will take a lot of courage from you;
• Will engage in a risky business if hunt the lion – make sure the risks you take are worth just in case you will lose it;
• Perfect success in all things if defeated the lion – the dream shows your victory in many aspects of your life;
• Power and prestige if shoot the lion – the shooting is the proof that you won the battle between good and bad;
• Might get deceived if you are overwhelmed by lion – such dream warns you to be careful, do not trust anybody and be aware of those you are surrounded by;
• The enemy is going away from you if lion is dead – the dream shows that the hostility of an enemy is losing it’s influence;
• Wealth and happiness if see the skin of lion – happy period of the life is about to begin bringing the joy along;
• Prosperity and wealth if see the fur of the lion – the animal is known as very hairy, which makes him to appear nobly and greatly, therefore the fur promises riches and gain;
• Courage if riding the lion – the dream shows that there is no fear when things has to be done, as you manage to deal with difficulties;
• Happiness in domestic life if see a lioness – the lioness represents the femininity, where everything is clear, pure and innocent;
• New family members if see a lioness with little lions – such dream denotes to increase of the family. It is a very good omen, especially for those who want to have descendants.

Hindu (Hinduism)

• Should reject a man if lion is roaring – for the woman to see the lion that is roaring in her dream, warns about inappropriate man that is willing to take her as a wife;
• Pay attention to your reputation if you are chased by a lion – the chasing is the mirror effect of something that you are running from;
• Your behavior will be praised over the others if kill the lion – the reamer will raise his image and will gain the respect if killed the lion;
• Slight danger is waiting for you if see young lion – make sure you avoid any impedance;
• Make sure you do not destroy your happiness if shoot the lion – the dream warns to be aware of things you are doing at the moment and warns you to be aware of your surroundings, otherwise will destroy what already have;
• Will be asked for a favor if saw lion in a desert – if you saw the lion in the desert, then such dream means that somebody will ask you for help from the distance;
• Look after yourself if the lion is lame – the dream suggests you to start taking care of yourself and pay attention mostly to your health;
• You want to help to someone if following the lion – if you were following the lion, it means that you wish to give a hand to someone, but can not do it, because of the circumstances you are at the moment;
• Your opponent is ready to go against you if you were attacked by a lion – such dream prepares you to get ready for a battle;
• Will be betrayed if lion is biting you – if you were bitten by a lion in your dream, then such dream shows that someone you’ve trusted will betray you.

Arabian (Islamic)

In islamic dream explanation the lion indicates power, strength, betrayal and ignorance.

• The end of sadness if killed the lion – to kill the lion in a dream, promises better future and the end of suffering;
• Will be tested if riding on the lion but feel terrified – for a dreamer to ride a lion, but at the same time being afraid of it, shows your ability to manage the obstacles you face;
• Plague, illness, disease if lion walks into the city – in this case lion is presented as a bad omen, which only predicts suffering and distress;
• The family will be harmed if lion walks into mosque – for the dreamer to witness the lion that dares to walk into the mosque has a bad meaning, which shows that your family, close friends and other relatives will be terrorized by the enemy;
• Will take huge responsibility if riding on the lion’s back – such dream shows the work that will have to be done even if you wish to resist it;
• Severity at home if lion enters the house – to see the lion that walks into your home, signifies difficulties you will face. It could be anything – you will get robbed, betrayed or cheated;
• Someone will die if the lion walks into the house, where someone is ill – the person in the house which the lion entered is sick will be dead very soon;
• Will fight the enemy if fighting the lion – such dream shows that you must prepare yourself for a battle, find the courage in yourself and move on;
• Will have a fever if you are overpowered by the lion – according to Ibn Siren, the lion is known as being feverish, therefore the dreamer will have a fever;
• Will avoid the danger if escaped from the lion — the danger that you had in reality will be avoidable;
• Triumph if drinking the milk of the lion – the milk represents victory over your enemies;
• Will become a king or will have massive potency if eating lion’s meat – for the dreamer to eat the meat of the lion promises irresistible energy and strength you will tame;
• Will get unbelievable respect from the others if cut the lion’s head – such dream shows that your reputation towards the others will get higher and higher;
• Will obtain money of the enemy if took the skin or the fur of the lion – such dream gives a clue of where and how to start getting richer;
• Friendship with the enemies if having an intercourse with the lion – such dream shows that your enemies will become your friends;
• Will become unconsciousness if become a lion – for a dreamer to become a lion, signifies how unfair brutal and cruel he will become. The more angry the lion was the more inhuman you will be.

Artemidorus Meanings:

According to Artemidorus the lion stands for people who are proud, live in freedom, are reckless inspiring personalities for the others.
If one sees a lion that is tame and his tail is moving without any intention to attack the man, then it is a good sign which promises adventurous life. The lion represents the slave of the Lord, because all of the power belongs to the Lord and the strength which belongs to lion is transferred to the Lord. A threatened or angry lion shows fear and predicts disease, because the disease is like a wild animal, in this case a lion. The young, little, baby lion is always a good omen, which usually announces the birth of a boy. The lioness mostly have very similar explanation as the lions, the only difference between them is that first ones relate to men and the other ones to women as for the dreamers. It is also known that lion is known as a symbol of nobility.

* Please, see meaning of desert, lioness, zodiac, animal.

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