It is likely that an individual with armor or shield is incapable of spontaneous interaction with people. In dreams, both protections are symbols that demonstrate anxiety. You must ask yourself what is it you want to defend yourself from.
If you question your motives a little, you may discover you do not need to be so sheltered. With a little self-confidence and trust you can overcome it. In the case the armor refers to something that you will face in real life, it means that you are brave and well prepared.
If you dream of carrying heavy armor it means you are taking life too seriously, without enjoying it. Those who believe in reincarnation interpret it as a vestige of past lives.
If historical facts are revealed during the dream it will be interesting to prove their authenticity. Perhaps, you are remembering facts from your ancestral past . . . [1]
Vulnerability, or the need for protection.
Being distant and unfeeling. Putting up barriers between yourself and the world so as not to get hurt. Please note that this can pertain to anything appearing in the dream that is armored, like a truck or tank.
In Christianity, the armor of God that provides the believer with all the tools necessary for righteous living. Similarly in Judaism, a special breastplate was worn by early high priests, symbolizing their authority and connection with the Divine.
Psychically, wearing a helmet reveals the potential need for psychic or mental protection of any nature. You may be studying too hard, or be under some kind of psychic attack.
Knight in shining armor: Being rescued, or hoping for aid in rime of need. Alternatively, the desire to venture forth on a quest for personal honor, or fight for a just cause. [2]
If chains feature alongside the armor, this is a symbol of enslavement and unhappiness with your current commitments.
If your chains break or are broken, this is a positive sign. [4]
To see a suit of armor on display means you are worried about lack of security. [7]
If weapons are mixed with the armor or shield in one’s dream, it means that one’s enemies cannot reach him or cause harm to him.
If one sees his armor laying down at his reach in his shop or place of business while dealing with his customers in a dream, it means that such a merchant is untruthful and he uses claims of honesty as a shield.
(See also: Coat of mail) [13]
armored car, in an: the only influence should be your own.
wearing: the frightened child needs to peek its head out of the shel .
others: shut out nasty people, expose your true spirit.
weighted down by: are stifled by negative comments from others.
in the mud: inappropriate rigidity wil cause failure. [14]