A noticeable contrast between the door and the knob can present the dreamer with certain insights.
For instance, a very plain knob on an ornate door mav indicate that the process of moving forward from a situation is very easy.
To dream of any other sort of knob is often to do with one’s hold on a situation.
2- Since many people still have difficulty in calling ‘private parts’ by their correct name, a knob appearing in a dream can represent the penis or, if the dreamer is a man, his masculinity.
3- Spiritually, a knob can suggest changes occurring in the way we access our subconscious self. [1]
The idea of handling or “getting a handle on” something in your life.
Action, or intention toward action.
Beginning a process.
Searching.
Turning a knob (such as to control an appliance) can represent control, change, or variety (or a desire for it).
Consider also the context and function of the knob, and the type of action involved.
See also: Opening, Pulling, Doorknob, Drawer, Cabinet, Lock, Appliance, Turning Off, Turning On [2]
2. Need for control or moving ahead with problems or ideas.
3. Mystery and/or surprise.
4. Sexuality. [5]
The knob is also a symbol for a threshold, for passing from one condition to another. [6]