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Deer / Reindeer / Antelope Dream Meaning

The gentle side of oneself that can be hurt or wounded easily by cynicism and aggression or criticism. Generally, a deer symbolizes vulnerability and, in some cases, lovesickness. In a man’s dream, the deer may depict a young woman the man is in pursuit of.

If the dreamer is pursuing a deer, this indicates success in overcoming fears.

If the dreamer sees himself killing a deer, this is a warning dream to indicate the possibility of someone hurting them in waking life through no fault of their own. To dream of a stag suggests male sexual drive and virility, courage, and both life and healing energies. The stag may also represent a man or father figure that the dreamer admires in some way and the dream expresses the dreamer’s desire to become more like the admired person. Finally, a deer or reindeer herd have a strict hierarchical structure and the dream could suggest that the dreamer needs to recognize his or her own place in the world. Is it time for you to branch out from this place in the world and make new connections?

Are you in the process of renewal or do you need to be? [1]

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Sources and Authors

  1. The Element Encyclopedia by Theresa Cheung [Back to dream]

What does DEER / REINDEER / ANTELOPE mean in a dream?


The gentle side of oneself that can be hurt or wounded easily by cynicism and aggression or criticism. Generally, a deer symbolizes vulnerability and, in some cases, lovesickness. In a...

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The deer and the reindeer herd have a strict hierarchical structure.The deer symbolizes pride and nobility. We recognize our place in the world.

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Vision: Seeing several deer or antelope: you want personal freedom. Since you have had very few opportunities for it, take the chance that is coming your way and run with...

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Deer represent grace and spirituality. Deers are important dream messengers, so pay attention to where they lead you in dreams. Some specific dream meanings involving deer: To see a deer...

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Skillful, with modest requirements and shy.ASTROLOGY: Corresponds to the sign of Sagittarius.

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Symbolic of lying in wait for someone or something

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Meadow of the doe deer, prosperous, peaceful spirit

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From the brook of the deer, spiritual awareness, see “ray” and “burn”

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From the deer forest, peaceful, serene spirit

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This is looked upon as unfavourable, especially where love affairs are concerned.

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interpreted upon 4 sides: woman, young girl, child, usefulness from women.

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To dream of wild animals in captivity is unfavourable, and shows quarrels and losses.

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(see Animals)Swift, agile movement.The deer is an excellent guide through any figurative forests in your life.Buddhist: A representation of the Wheel of Law in action. Also symbolizes meditation and gentility.A...

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