dream symbol

Light (illumination) Dream Meaning

A light (such as from a lamp or unknown source) can represent: Clarity or understanding (as in “shedding some light” on a particular subject).

Hope, goodness, or assistance, especially when it appears in the darkness (such as a lighthouse).

A spotlight can represent the idea of being focused on, seen, or recognized by others, an indication of something you consider important or worthy of attention.

See also: Lamp or Light, Glowing, Sun, C, le, Fire, Reflective Light, Gleam, Sparkle, Light(Spiritual), Turning On, Turning Off, Furniture [1]

What Do You Think About This Dream?

Sources and Authors

  1. The Curious Dreamer’s Dream Dictionary by Nancy Wagaman [Back to dream]

What does Light (Illumination) mean in a dream?


A light (such as from a lamp or unknown source) can represent: Clarity or understanding (as in “shedding some light” on a particular subject).Hope, goodness, or assistance, especially when it...

Learn more about the meaning of Light (illumination)

Nighttime or darkness (or something represented by those).A “light in the darkness.” Illumination or “shedding light on” something.Intuition.Creativity.Inspiration.Perceived femininity or feminine energy.Consider the context and how you felt about the...

Learn more about the meaning of Moon

Material aspects: Light in a dream usually means illumination.For instance, ‘light at the end of the tunnel’ suggests coming to the end of a difficult project. ‘He saw the light’...

Learn more about the meaning of Light

A very bright light often refers to the door to heaven (going to the light).

Learn more about the meaning of Illumination

Fire can represent: Life or your “internal light.” Light (as in illumination or awareness).Heat.Destruction.Cleansing.The end of a process, perhaps before a new one begins.A fire igniting can represent a trigger,...

Learn more about the meaning of Fire

A reflection or glimmer of light can represent: Insight or understanding.An indirect effect, influence, or action.The suggestion that whatever is glimmering is special or important.The idea of an illusion.A representation...

Learn more about the meaning of Reflective Light

Experiencing or desiring insight, clarity, understanding, or discovery (as in “shining some light on the subject”).The idea of finding your way in some aspect of your life.Feeling lost or needing...

Learn more about the meaning of Lamp Or Light

Candles in dreams bnng illumination to what is hidden in the darkness or deep within the subconscious. Candles may represent spiritual fulfillment, illumination, and enlightenment or bring to light the...

Learn more about the meaning of Candle

Switching something on (such as an appliance or computer) can represent: A beginning, perhaps after an ending of something else.An intention (such as to begin communicating or participating).Turning on a...

Learn more about the meaning of Turning On

A lamp brings light into a room and thus points to the illumination of concepts or ideas or anything hidden. In the bed- JOuni, it may illuminate issues about intimacy....

Learn more about the meaning of Lamp

Something that sparkles (such as sequins, glitter, or sunlight on the ocean) can represent: Richness.Liveliness.Effervescence.Activity or busy-ness.Playfulness.See also the type of object that was sparkling.See Reflective Light, Gleam, Light (Illumination)

Learn more about the meaning of Sparkle

Life or existence.Someone or something you consider a critical source of physical, emotional, mental, or spiritual support.A higher power.Illumination or insight.Daytime (as a setting for the dream events).A perceived or...

Learn more about the meaning of Sun

Dreams of a chandelier represent extravagance, grandeur, and illumination.If a light bulb represents one “aha” moment, then a chandelier reflects grand scale inspiration.See Light.

Learn more about the meaning of Chandelier

See ILLUMINATION. This is a fortunate omen, but the result can only be foretold by studying the circumstances of your dream.If the light is dim, you will have to work...

Learn more about the meaning of Lamps

Dreaming that you’re in the presence spiritual Light (or God) can represent: A desire to experience a deeper connection God, assistance from God, or another kind of spiritual experience (such...

Learn more about the meaning of Light (spiritual)

Switching something off (such as an appliance or computer) can represent: An ending, perhaps leading into a new beginning.An intention (such as to stop communicating or participating).Turning off a light...

Learn more about the meaning of Turning Off

A gleam (such as from a very clean object) can represent the following perceptions about the object that’s gleaming: Newness or cleanliness.Lack of problems, flaws, or complications.The result of hard...

Learn more about the meaning of Gleam

A feeling of hope or optimism.A perceived or imagined promise of luck or good things (or a desire for such).The idea of a higher power.A different experience or world (as...

Learn more about the meaning of Rainbow

A light shade of purple and pink, violet is regarded as a spiritual color by many religions. It symbolizes purification and illumination.

Learn more about the meaning of Violet

Something glowing can represent life energy, hope, goodness, or assistance, especially when it appears in the darkness.A glow around a dream symbol could also invite you to pay closer attention...

Learn more about the meaning of Glowing

A sunny day can represent: A happy or carefree mood.A positive outlook.A lack of problems or complications.See Sun, Light (Illumination), Warm, Hot, Weather

Learn more about the meaning of Sunny

Dreams of yellow signify that you are scared, timid, and afraid. Yellow is also associated with the sun, which stands for power, illumination, summertime, lightness of being, optimism and light....

Learn more about the meaning of Yellow

the best days of what is seen [in dreams] is on Friday, next is Monday, and Thursday. And whenever a person dreams on a clear and bright day then it...

Learn more about the meaning of Days

The ability to see things clearly.Seeing your way forward in life or in a certain situation (or a desire for such).Intuition, or clarity of inner vision.Strategizing or planning how to...

Learn more about the meaning of Headlight

Logical, male Legs-Support and movement. Light-Hope, protection, safety, enlightenment, illumination Lines-Broken lines represent feminine aspect. Solid lines, the masculine aspect. Attachments, as in lines of force.

Learn more about the meaning of Left

Each one of us will have a different belief about the existence of a supreme God or being. For some it may be the one God of Judeo-Christian or Islamic...

Learn more about the meaning of Supreme Being

A form of spiritual illumination is quite often felt within this type of dream. There is a gradual awareness rather than a blinding flash of illumination.A new dawn can bring...

Learn more about the meaning of Dawn / Day And Night

A nighttime setting is common to many dreams. However, extreme darkness suggests that you are hiding something or are unwilling to see things clearly. You may be the type who...

Learn more about the meaning of Night

Specific furniture items can indicate the attitudes, beliefs and notions with which you furnish your mind and selfimage; you might be, for example, an antique fancier or a lover of...

Learn more about the meaning of Furniture Items

also see Moon and Planets1- Dreaming of an eclipse signifies our fears and doubts about our own success. Others around us seem to be more important or able than we...

Learn more about the meaning of Eclipse

Dreams of a crest are about having a peak experience, riding the wave of your spiritual being, and reveling in a moment of illumination. You are awakening to the grandeur...

Learn more about the meaning of Crest

An event happening in the daytime or “in broad daylight” can represent a real-life event you feel is intended to be open, obvious, public, or for all to see.Productivity or...

Learn more about the meaning of Daytime

You are focusing your thoughts to create more penetrating energy in your life. Light is energy in motion. We generally think of it in terms of that which illuminates and...

Learn more about the meaning of Beams Of Light

Vision: According to ancient folklore, a lighted lantern stands for an impending, sorrow-filled event.A blinking traffic light is always a warning to be careful.If you or someone else is turning...

Learn more about the meaning of Lantern, Traffic Light

A traffic light manages the flow of vehicles on the road. In the world of symbolism, traffic represents the myriad thoughts that are constantly rushing through your mind.The traffic light...

Learn more about the meaning of Traffic Light

Light of God within heart of self; beacon light for inner seeing, spiritual awakening. The more you meditate, the brighter your light.

Learn more about the meaning of Flame

This concerns your love affairs or domestic happiness.If you dream that the light is bad, then your interests will suffer accordingly.If the light goes out suddenly, expect a catastrophe.

Learn more about the meaning of Gas Or Lamp Light

Dreams of a red light signify “stop,” do not proceed.A red light can also be a sign of prostitution, and the message to beware of the temptation to sell yourself...

Learn more about the meaning of Red Light

If you dream of turning on a light switch, you will receive thanks for doing something nice.If you turned off the light switch, you are due for a vacation or...

Learn more about the meaning of Light Switch

As a symbol of the mind, the mirror suggests the art of reflection, looking at the reality of who you are, or seeing yourself in a new or different way.If...

Learn more about the meaning of Mirror / Lighting

lucky numbers: 14-17-27-36-39-46buying a flashlight: are being watched by one with evil intent; your light is within. using: a secret wil be solved; look closely. of light of a: cash...

Learn more about the meaning of Flash

See Lamp. Symbol of the light of awareness; it usually points to the need for taking a closer look at your problems. In rare cases, it also reflects the electric...

Learn more about the meaning of Lantern

A drawer (such as in a dresser or cabinet) can represent: The idea of keeping or holding on to things.The way you organize things in your life or in your...

Learn more about the meaning of Drawer

Illumination within, rebirth and awareness.

Learn more about the meaning of Dawn 

A star in the sky can represent: A goal, dream, or lofty idea (as in “shooting for the stars”).A sense of connectedness across space and time.A source of insight, knowledge,...

Learn more about the meaning of Star

This stunning effect comes from luminescent algae that can light up the ocean. This phenomenon in the animal kingdom is relegated to underwater dwellers and the firefly.The unconscious mind is...

Learn more about the meaning of Phosphorescence

To burn a fire in the dream and see people being guided by the light of such a fire implies that the person who had enkindled the fire will, through...

Learn more about the meaning of Light Given Off By Fire

(see Colors)In Eastern cultures, the color of death and mourning.Purity, as with the cleansing white light of New Age beliefs, and the blinding light of God in the Bible.Covering up...

Learn more about the meaning of White

Daisies can represent beauty, purity, and innocence. Their color also links them to the sun, and thus to enlightenment and illumination.

Learn more about the meaning of Daisy

As mystical little bodies of light, fireflies signify your bright ideas that may arrive to light up the darkness of discontent.

Learn more about the meaning of Firefly

See Light. One is unable to tolerate the dark side of the Self or others. At the same time, however, it is a light in the darkness, a symbol of...

Learn more about the meaning of Flashlight

Dreams of light emitting diodes represents the future, high tech, energy that knows how to be soft yet powerful.See Light.

Learn more about the meaning of Led

They symbolize light and where there is light, there is hope.A lit candle suggests that you are unconsciously seeking comfort and some sort of spiritual enlightenment.An unlit candle suggests that...

Learn more about the meaning of Candles

A to Z Dream Interpretation