The skeleton at the core of our bodies is the foundation on which the whole system is built. Since most of the human body is soft and moist, we rely on the solid, durable, calcium-based bone structure for what little solidity we feel. Nothing can be any stronger than the foundation that supports it. This foundational structure is normally invisible to us, so to be dreaming of bones is to be getting a glimpse of issues that are normally hidden but are now visible. Old bones might connect to issues in your past. [1]
See also: Skeleton.
Depth Psychology: The bone is a warning about becoming hard and emotionally “fossilized.” The dream also suggests being less rigid, not holding on so fiercely to old attitudes or social norms. [2]
1- Bones appearing in a dream usually indicate that we need to be aware that which we consider to be basic material. We need to ‘go back to basics’.
To dream of a dog eating a bone means we need to consider our basic instincts.
To dream of finding bones indicates that there is something essential we have not considered in a situation.
2- To dream of a full skeleton indicates that we need to reconsider the structure of our lives.
3- Bones are one of the integral parts of man. They often hold the key in terms of death and resurrection. [3]
Breaking something down into the most simple, forthright form (e.g., the “bare bones”).
A large pile of bones indicates contaminating circumstances that threaten to pollute your morals or ideals.
Skeletal remains often represent those things we hide from others, or even from ourselves (e.g., the “skeleton in the closet”).
Foundational attitudes that give form and structure to all other thoughts and actions. [4]
If you dream of a broken bone, the foundations of your real life and personal power could be teetering.
Goddesses that wear a necklace of bones around their necks or on their hip refer to the pressure of the passing and swiftness of time. [5]
To dream about broken bones means that you have found some flaw in your course of action. It could be a sign that you should to attend to some affair in your life. [7]
To be conscious of particular bones in the skeleton, particularly the joints, highlights the way we move or create. [8]
Folklore: Usually implies poverty; when in the form of a skeleton, Death or wealth. [10]
If you see a very thin person whose bones appear to stick out, be warned of impending disaster. [11]
To see a pile of bones, famine and contaminating influences surround you. [12]
For other meanings, see “Broken Limb” and “Skeleton.” [13]
arthritis of the joints: your rigid attitudes and beliefs are met in their silence.
flaring up: eliminate the nightshade vegetables from your diet.
bone marrow transplant: despite your help, another wil feel only ingratitude.
breaking a: a legacy wil be received, causing family discord.
chewing on a: your job is in jeopardy from your apathy.
dead person’s: many troubles from absence of friends.
digging for: disarm your opponent by actively helping him.
funny: sudden humorous reversal of fortunes.
gnawing on a: anxiety is self-induced.
hiding: hold too tightly to old attitudes, which are not essential to your future.
joints, having pains in the: after an altercation wil win affection of a loved one.
many, of: don’t force matters; wait at least a week before completing them.
protruding from the flesh: do not believe those who sugarcoat the truth.
searching for: ask for support to solve problems with opposite sex.
throwing a, to a dog: overspending and frivolous actions wil result in pain. [18]
If a poor person sees bones in his dream, they denote his piety and fulfillment of his religious duties. Bones in a dream also represent one’s helpers, family, wife, children, vehicles and properties. Seeing one’s bones in a dream means exposing one’s secrets.
If one sees his bones turned ivory in a dream, it means that his wealth is gathered from unlawful money. Bones also could represent trees and their fruits, while their marrow represents one’s good character or knowledge. Bones in a dream also denote one’s fitness or sickness.