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Binding Dream Meaning

See also: TYING

Some tribal societies deem it possible to ward off evil spirits by a change in routine. So, walking backwards is a way to confuse them. In oneiric terms, therefore, it denotes that fortune is on the way. [1]

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  1. The Big Dictionary of Dreams by Martha Clarke [Back to dream]

What does Binding mean in a dream?


See TYINGSome tribal societies deem it possible to ward off evil spirits by a change in routine. So, walking backwards is a way to confuse them. In oneiric terms, therefore,...

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There are two meanings for bonds in dreams. One is as in savings bonds (promissory notes) and the second as in bindings and cords. Spiritually, the significance is that of...

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Binding together. Unity. Coming apart at the seams, scattered energy.See also Sew, Needle.

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Repair, mending; creating something new. Binding together, integrating ideas and attitudes.See also Seam, Needle, Pin Cushion.

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Embarrassing personal entanglements are indicated by a dream of binding things up, or being bound up yourself. Reexamine your current relationships with an eye to being more selective in future.

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To dream that you have been released from some binding contract in which you had been fettered, foretells that a series of unpleasant circumstances will harass and perplex you for...

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Handcuffs are a binding symbol and spiritually would suggest that we are being hampered, probably by our own doubts and fears.

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To dream of binding up a wound with Lint is a warning not to be unforgiving, or you will regret it.

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To dream of being bound by ropes, or of binding someone else, is a sign that you will be unable to succeed in your present plans.

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1. Binding covenant; (evil or good);2. Mark of God (seal on forehead 144 thousand);3. Satan (666); Rev. 7:2; 20 3; Dan. 12:4.

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1. Cord- binding power. Stronghold;2. Bondage; Proverbs 5:22

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To dream that you are catching something in a net indicates that you want to make a hard, binding contract or deal of some sort.If you are caught in the...

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In the sense of a rope, a cable will represent strength and security, and may have the same connotation as any binding image. However, in this technological age, from cables...

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Psychological / emotional perspective: Because ivy has the symbolism of constant affection, we can recognize that, psychologically, we are in need of love and affection. In dreams it may signify...

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At its simplest, the noose represents a traumatic death. In a more complex sense it can represent the binding – or capturing – of spiritual intent, and the harnessing of...

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Material aspects: String appearing in dreams signifies some sort of binding, perhaps to make something secure. It may also represent trying to hold a situation together.

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Psychological / emotional perspective: A wreath in dreams can have the same significance as any of the binding symbols, such as a bridle. It forms a bond that cannot be...

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To be binding a cut with Court-plaster means a recovery from a long-standing illness.

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Psychological / emotional perspective: In that a contract is a binding agreement between two parties it signifies having made a promise to carry out a particular task, which should be...

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Thread sometimes represents the link one has to this world, such as the umbilical cord. Thread also suggest binding together and strengthening.The dreamer may be strengthening commitments or relationships.

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Connection.Communication.Joining or binding together.For more clues, consider the type, purpose, and context of the wire.See Electricity, Communication, Joining Together, Attached, Tying, Metal

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(see Knots, Ties)Security and safety. Tying up loose ends and knowing that everything is in its place. Connections and networks. Maintaining those ties you perceive as important. Relationships. Binding yourself...

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Material aspects: The enchantress is such a strong image within both the masculine and feminine psyches that she can appear in dreams in many guises. She is the feminine principle...

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If you should dream of a deceased person and this person speaks only to you, pay close attention to what the spirit is telling you as it could be very...

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Rope that is connecting or binding things together can represent: A relationship.A mental or emotional bond.An agreement, commitment, or vow.Communication, or a communication network.A feeling or fear of being constricted...

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lucky numbers: 05-06-16-27-40-45gauze, of using: your mental torture and physical pain are relieved. throwing away: the residue of poisons leaking from within. other’s: others are concealing their feelings for you....

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1- Previously a sheaf, particularly of corn, would signify a harvest or good husbandry. Now it is more likely to suggest old-fashioned ways and methods of operating.A sheaf of papers...

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(see Connecting Devices, Knots, Rope, Web)Our connection to other portions of the self.Ties to other people or situations that may or may not be desirable.The network of life that goes...

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(see Hammer, Tools)Someone who is being, or trying to be, impenetrable and rugged (e.g., “tough as nails”).The ability and wherewithal to hold things together. What objects get nailed together in...

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lucky numbers: 08-14-24-34-37-46brass: wil be introduced to artists and enjoy the benevolent sharing of their creativity. broken: faithless friends cause your losses, strengthen bonds of those committed to you. cotton:...

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(see Crystals, Gems, Gold, Jewelry, Metals, Silver, Stones)An alternative circle emblem denoting eternity, repeated cycles, or longevity.Binding relationships. In written history, wedding rings were exchanged as early as ancient Rome,...

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also see Ring1- Traditionally, the wedding ring was a symbol of total encircling love because it is in the shape of a ring it is complete, with no beginning and...

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1. Labour;2. Service;3. Guilt;4. Shame;5. Crippled heart (withered or malformed hand);6. The Church (God’s hands);7. God’s provision8. Dominion, control, or authority;9. Oath or pledge;10. Palm; Remembered (inscribed palms);11. Carrying;12. Despondency...

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lucky numbers: 01-12-21-32-34-48binding: something hidden away is found. bookcase, buying, a: loss of employment to someone better educated. empty, an: wil suffer from negligent and careless work. full, a: your...

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