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Mirror / Lighting Dream Meaning

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 a mirror appears in your dream, do you need to reflect on something that is bothering you? If you saw your reflection, were you happy with what you saw or do you want to make changes? Light in dreams symbolizes intuition or inner guidance, so if you dream of lights or light bulbs, consider their shape. Are they candles flaring upward or is the light contained in a bulb? Is the light flickering or steady, and what does this represent for you right now? If you are carrying a light that flares in your dream, does this mean you have a flair for something, a talent you are not using? Or does it mean you are about to flare up and have an angry outburst? As mentioned above, light is the symbol of life, knowledge and enlightenment and in dreams, casting a bright light may present an optimistic image of your well-being, but if it is flickering, this suggests uncertainty. A light that is unlit may be a symbol of ignorance.

If you use a flashlight or torch in your dream, this suggests you are trying to seek out truth and integrity in a corrupt situation. [1]

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Sources and Authors

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

What does MIRROR / LIGHTING mean in a dream?


Symbol: The mirror is a symbol of vanity but also self-knowledge. Vision: Seeing a mirror: try to become more self-aware. Looking into a mirror: the opinion you have of yourself...

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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...

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“Look at what is behind you’ may be the meaning of looking through the rearview mirror of your car.A broken rearview mirror may point to the inability to see your...

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If you dreamed of lighting a fire, what sort of fire was it and who else was there? Kindling a fire represents a summoning of energy, so the context of...

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(1) What you see in the mirror will probably be yourself, but as seen by your unconscious. For that reason it may startle you; but take it seriously if you...

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Dreams in which fashion appears as a general theme may relate to how you feel about yourself in waking life. Do you feel dowdy, out of date and old-fashioned? If...

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To dream that you are looking through glass, denotes that bitter disappointments will cloud your brightest hopes.To see your image in a mirror, foretells unfaithfulness and neglect in marriage, and...

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You wash your face and brush your hair: all trouble is gone • You see your face in a clear mirror: your future prospect is brilliant • You see your...

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If Rasoolullah (Sallallaahu-Alayhi-wasallam) is seen looking into the mirror it implies that he is urging his Ummah to fully repay whatever amaanah (trust) is given to it.

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(Washbowl) In a dream, a basin represents a servant, a mistress, or a wife who brings her husband a life of cleanliness and purity, or it could mean marriage.A basin...

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Universal Landscape: Creative spark. Harnessed power. Dreaming Lens: Were you lighting a candle or was it lit? Was this the only source of light? Were there many candles, as on...

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also see Mirror1- A reflection seen in a dream has a great deal to do with the way we see ourselves at that particular moment. Our self-image is important to...

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(See Mirror).To see your reflection in a looking-glass means that you will be neglected in marriage and you will have bad luck in financial affairs. If a woman sees her...

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To dream of lighting one cigarette from another, either your own or someone else’s, portends an improvement in your financial afifiars.

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Lighting your pathway with a lantern of any kind points toward a solution of youi most pressing problems.

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Unable or unwilling to speak, a silent witness in your dreams represents an area in your life in which you are not expressing yourself. According to Jung, favoring the intellect...

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We may feel that we need some spiritual guidance, and this can sometimes be symbolized as a torch.A searchlight, in pinpointing and lighting the way ahead, enables us to reject...

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1. Smelling natural gas is a warning that a situation is dangerous and should be dealt with immediately.2. If one smells gas and deals with it by lighting a pilot...

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Vision: Looking at a can of kerosene: meeting a certain person might be useful but unpleasant. Lighting a kerosene lamp is a warning about too much foolishness. Spilling kerosene: a...

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To dream of lighting wax tapers, denotes that some pleasing occurrence will bring you into association with friends long absent.To blow them out, signals disappointing times, and sickness will forestall...

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1. Warning to look behind you; (2)Past ) Gen. 9:23

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To see a lit fireplace in your dream symbolizes contentment, warmth and comfort.To dream of lighting or stirring a fireplace yourself suggests a burning a desire or your need to...

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1. A need or desire for help.2. Self, a mirror image.3. Dis­agreements, bickering.

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Whether the person portrayed is a family member, friend, stranger, or someone famous, each carries a unique message in your dream. A Dream Character as a Mirror: You See Only...

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Illumination in a dream can symbolize the shedding of light on a situation or problem, enlightenment of one’s consciousness, and lighting the way on a physical or spiritual journey.The extinguishing...

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A mirror of oneself (people under this zodiac sign are ruth­less and need to win).

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Toxic substances, such as cigarette smoke, controlled drugs and alcohol and other environmental toxins that can make you ill and pollute the environment often represent emotional toxins that render situations...

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Material aspects: More mundanely, dreaming of igniting or lighting a fire suggests that an initial surge of energy or power is needed to start a project or task. In this...

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(Woman) Silver in a dream represents hard earned money or savings. In dream interpretation, the substance of silver and that of a woman are the same.A silver coin in a...

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See Picture.A mirror of the experiences of life; many parts create a whole.See Concert, Puzzle.

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Reflections of the outcome of an inactive role, allows one to reconsider their options, i.E. Looking into a mirror for a true image

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The mirror or image of the dreamer’s own tension over what life is presenting, tasks that are assigned.See Chief.

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Material aspects: To be lighting or tending a bonfire in a dream indicates a need for cleansing some aspect of our lives. In past times, old bedding and litter was...

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A mirror of oneself (people under this sign are ambi­ tious, progressive, politically astute and have an offbeat sense of humor).

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Movie Theater, TV. Here the emphasis is on “emotional stories.” Possibly the mirror image of the dreamer. Attempt to get away from internal images.

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Vision: Watching a flood: you are dealing with people who are bothering you with their pleas and petitions.A flooded room: bad luck and lighting. Trying to outrun a flood: you...

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lucky numbers: 26-27-29-31-36-44blast, a roaring: rapid advancement is intricately sloped, worthy only of sideways moves. dead fire, with a: your physical potency is cooled; help, even hired, wil be lost....

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(see Mirror)Distorted images of reality.Having inaccurate perceptions based on superficials, especially in regard to self-image.An expression of your inner child who is seeking some attention.

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For a woman to dream that her face is freckled, denotes that many displeasing incidents will insinuate themselves into her happiness.If she sees them in a mirror, she will be...

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Mirror; if swimming pool, suggests rest, relaxation, healthful exercise.See Pond.

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Dreams of a flame represent a ceremony or ritual.The lighting of a flame represents heating up an intention or adding fire to a desire. This flame can represent passion, enthusiasm...

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To dream of seeing in a mirror your own face very pallid, denotes the sudden and dangerous illness of a friend.

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lucky numbers: 18-24-26-35-45-55being very hot: your body is reacting to distressing physical symptoms. heater, buying a new: are prone to frivolity towards your physiology. lighting a: looming tensions are temporary;...

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To dream that you are bewildered implies that you are torn between conflicting opinions. You are finding it difficult to make a choice. These dreams mirror your real feelings of...

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A frequent dream symbol when feeling cut off from others or objects; lack of contact. Something is seen as being unattainable. Re-examine your goals or ask if you have the...

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The symbol for your inner screen, the soul, which is a mirror of your internal and external situation. You are asked to look at what is playing on the stage...

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To dream of shoes may mirror an old cliché, “if the shoe fits, wear it,” and may indicate that the dreamer is coming to grips with accepting who and what...

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As a mirror of the soul, the skin points to the state of the dreamer’s nerves and emotional condition. Isolation from the world around you.A person s protection.

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Aspects of yourself, such as vulnerability, innocence, openness, flexibility, playfulness. Your own children mirror your attitudes and beliefs. Often suggests you have forgotten the child part of self.

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