Seeing a handkerchief indicates, in general, the desire to live in a relationship, although this interpretation may be qualified.
If the handkerchief is red, the love affair will be shocking and cause all kinds of gossip; but if it is white, it will be honest and will end in marriage. To lose it announces the couple will break up; and to tear it, a serious argument.
If the handkerchief is silk, you will enjoy the company of friends at any time; and if it is cotton, family bliss will be certain. When it is a young woman who dreams of a handkerchief, she runs the risk of being deceived by a man who tries to conquer her. [1]
Blowing your nose in a handkerchief portends an improvement in social status; wiping your face or forehead with it augurs a lightening of responsibilities; waving it prophesies an interesting new friendship; and washing it is a warning against extravagance. [2]
If you are a man having this dream, then there is someone in your life that wants you to notice them.
If you dream that someone offers you a handkerchief, then you are cared for and are receiving the emotional support you need.
If the handkerchief is dirty, then you are in the process of cleaning and releasing your emotions.
If the handkerchief is clean, then you are either complete with your emotional expression, or you are resisting the process. Consider the feeling tone of this dream to discern its significance. [3]
To dream that you lose a handkerchief signifies a separation from your romantic interest.
To dream of a dirty or torn handkerchief means a reunion with a romantic love is not meant to be. [4]
To pick up a handkerchief that has been dropped is to pick up someone else’s troubles.
To blow your nose with a handkerchief means there will be news of sickness in the family. [5]
Folklore: Receiving a gift. [6]
buying a: be careful of new flirtations and that ensuing affairs don’t taint your old ones.
embroidered: are prone to conceit with little competition otherwise.
giving a, as a gift: wil cry for a long time over your corruption by seductive forces.
receiving: wil al ow other’s degrading remarks to force you to participate in deviant behavior.
linen: wil have an interesting, though not passionate, affair.
losing a: broken engagement through the machinations of a jealous admirer.
putting a, around the neck: wil be loved by people who wil increase your income.
silk: are egotistical in your belief that your magnetic personality can spread cheer.
torn: serious troubles between lovers; a counselor should be cal ed in to arbitrate.
using a, to blow your nose: wil be defiled by your inability to state your correct case.
wiping sweat away with a: troubles are ahead which are solvable. [12]
A head kerchief in a dream also represents a prayer mat, leadership, or a servant. Tying a knot on a handkerchief in a dream means that one may marry a prostitute, or it could mean helping her out of sin.
A 202 handkerchief in a dream also denotes either stinginess or generosity. Carrying a handkerchief in a dream also means getting married to a beautiful woman. [13]