Mythology Dream Meaning

If you dream of Greek or Roman mythology, then you are seeing beneath the myths that surround your life. Your subconscious may be prompting you to become more conscious of...

An apple has many possible symbolic meanings. Though not necessarily about money, an apple in a dream is a symbol of abundance and prosperity. There is a connection to health...

You are dreaming about a deep-rooted sense of archetypal power.The Vikings were a fearsome nation of traders and explorers who crossed the expanse of the Atlantic Ocean and Northern Europe...

When the qualities of an animal are mixed with a human being, you are expressing the integration of primitive traits into your consciousness. Mythology is filled with creatures that combine...

In British mythology, a symbol of fertility, fecundity, and sexual pleasure.The ancient British fertility goddess Oestre, from whose name we get our word Easter, had a pet hare that laid...

Symbolic of mythology and predicting the future, Jer. 10:2-3

The animalistic.A symbol of instincts to be used and guided by conscience.The dog may also appear as a guard to protect property and defend against attack. He may symbolize a...

Vitality, relatives, friends, and lovers; but this image also has a predatory and destructive side.See Vampire.As far back as Greek mythology, teeth were said to refer to children.The reason probably...

Tribulation and pain caused by envious persons, malice and treachery (Artemidorus); see Mythology.

For an interpretation of the meanings of planets in dreams, look up books on astrology, or better yet, read Greek mythology.A symbol of your own Star.

1. Being drawn, as in greek mythology, to situations that can hurt one badly.2. A problem that is leading to a lot of stress in life.3. Warning.

The woodpecker is a guardian of both kings and trees in mythology.It is also reputed to have magical powers.

Demands for pleasure, a messenger of a pleasurable life.According to mythology, the hyacinth grows and blooms at the door to the underworld.

Baldness, Beard.A symbol of wealth and fertility. In mythology, cutting off the hair is the equivalent of castration. Samson was robbed of his strength when Delilah cut off his locks....

By association with mythology and children’s fables a boar can suggest evil, or rather overbearing aggression. It also suggests abundance and vitality.

Isolation, obstacle, but also natural living space.The border between two worlds (in mythology, witches are said to sit on hedges, one leg in one world, the other leg in the...

Associated with Dionysus, the vine god in Greek mythology, grapes signify the ecstasy and rapture of love. They may also comment that you need to loosen up and celebrate your...

A dream of riches and independence to the poor, to the rich temptation (Gypsy). The Providence of nursery legend and mythology, their dream symbolism is apparent

Wheat is a primordial basic food.The nature of wheat is such that it has been given symbolic meaning in mythology and religion.It is considered the fruit of the Earth, a...

In Irish mythology, a leprechaun is a type of male elf said to inhabit the island of Ireland. They are a class of ‘faerie folk’ associated in Irish mythology and...

Synonymous with purity, virginity, and divine blessing. Its meaning is associated with that of Water, Dawn, and Rain.According to mythology, dew is the tears of Alba (Eos) for his lost...

The elf comes to us originally through Norse mythology and was thought to possess magical powers. What survives today in modern media is still magical and also often mischievous. An...

(see also Storm)Thunder may symbolize anger; an emotional outburst; or perhaps a collision between masculine and feminine sides of the psyche. (In Greek mythology thunderstorms were quarrels between Zeus and...

Beyond the specific topic of lucid dreaming, the more general subject of interpreting and understanding dreams appears to be enjoying a resurgence of interest. New books on dreams appear monthly—volumes...

Do you have the feeling that you are falling apart.7 Dismembering often comes up in a dream when there is a fear of the breakup of a love relationship. In...

The sacrificial “scapegoat,” the tenacious “old goat,” and “getting someone’s goat” all indicate the sturdiness of this animal.This symbol is also associated with sexual vitality (“lecherous old goat”), especially when...

A sign of transition (sometimes also initiation) that plays a major role in fairy tales, mythology, and dreams.The ferry brings you to the other shore, traveling to another world.See Bridge.A...

A potent image in mythology is the salmon of knowledge, which signifies knowledge of other worlds (the lands beneath the sea) and of other­worldly things. This conforms to shamanistic belief...

Vertigo symbolizes, clearly, the fear to know one’s true self.If the lands that you find on your way seem strange and unknown, everything could be an invitation of the subconscious...

To dream of anthropology symbolizes that you are relating to yourself from the perspective of your history and mythology, with a desire to understand yourself and those around you. Alternatively,...

In mythology, a bay tree was thought to protect against witchcraft and it still carries the association of protection against something unwanted. Victors were crowned with laurel of bay leaves...

Jackals are considered negative creatures because they scavenge dead bodies. In Egyptian mythology, the jackal led souls to the land of the dead.As a dream symbol, the jackal can signify...

Gives gender-specific: The mythology surrounding the princess in the ivory tower has resonance in both men’s and women’s dreams.A woman is often trapped by her own imperturbability and needs help...

To find treasure is a dream of success (Gypsy). One of the few dreams involving material gain that is not a dream of contrary, the reason probably lies in the...

Dreams of a siren are a sign to pay attention; there is a red alert emergency for you to tend to. In Greek Mythology, the sirens were beautiful women who...

(1) From Dvaus-pita (‘Sky-father’) of pre-Hindu India (with equivalents throughout the primitive world) to the Christian ‘Father which art in heaven’, sky and God have been closely associated in mythology.It...

If you see a lizard among a group of people, then there is a false friend nearby who would betray you in a moment if it suited his or her...

Dreams of a vein signify that you are reaching out to connect with your family bloodline, ancestry, or perhaps you are feeling the pride of your lineage or tribal roots....

A symbol of feminine power associated with the Amazon tribes of Greek mythology, this tool offers a two-sided power with both negative and positive qualities.The double ax represents the strength...

This type of dream usually carries two distinct but coupled interpretations: it indicates your need to go unnoticed, or that people do not value what you do. In general, if...

The swan is often regarded as a divine bird. In a dream it suggests grace, beauty and dignity, especially if the swan appears swimming in a pond. In mythology, it...

See Bird, Crow. Supposed to mean bad luck, or a messenger of bad luck. At the same time, however, the black bird is a symbol of creativity and femininity. In...

A dream of contrary.If the feature of your dream was that fate played you a dirty trick, you can rest assured that a lucky break will follow; but if the...

To dream of looking from high places, out of windows, or in a well denotes ambition, imagination, confused desires. Looking in a mirror, to married folk betokens children; to the...

The harpy represents an attacking female in a dream. In Greek mythology, the harpy’s large claws swoop in and snatch away life sustaining food.A woman in your life may be...

Dreams of history are your feelings and attitudes that relate to the particular period of which you are dreaming. This dream may be assisting you in learning from your past.If...

On one hand, a well-known symbol for security, protection, and home, as in Family and Anchor. On the other hand, it often points to restriction and confinement, as in Cage,...

Dreams of Wall Mart signify that you are being frugal with your resources, time, energy and money. Consider what you are buying because it reflects the beliefs and mythology you...

The mythology of the genie states that if you grant it freedom, it will give you the fulfillment of wishes. There are always consequences to such easy solutions to life’s...

In Native American mythology, the hawk is the messenger. Therefore, if the hawk seems to be friendly, an important and probably positive message will come your way. Other symbols in...

The fear of a family breaking up, or a romantic attachment being severed, is sometimes warned of by the dream of dismemberment, which means a breaking up.If you sometimes feel...

An iris is a spring flower that symbolizes several very positive and uplifting conditions. In Japan, it is believed that the iris has the power to purify the body and...

Ancient Druids regarded ash as a tree of well-being and perspicacity, and they used it for making their magical wands.Dreaming of sitting beneath or near an ash tree can symbolize...

Soup in a dream combines many ingredients and simmers them into a hearty meal. Campbell’s soup, for the dreamer who is versed in mythology, may mean you need to open...

1- In mythology, the breastplate was always considered to protect the knight. When we experience ourselves as wearing some form of protection around the heart, we arc usually protecting our...

(1) A water-lily may symbolize either the conscious ego or the self (for self). (The Buddha is called the ‘Jewel in the Lotus’; see Buddha.) See also Mandala.(2) It may...

In mythology, the marksman / hunter is often depicted as a centaur, the wild rider. Today he would be seen as the cowboy in Western movies. In antiquity, the feminine...

This dream could be a warning of your physical state: You may be cold and have a fever. But it could also signify that your temperature, metaphorically speaking, is too...

Dreams of a cabinet symbolize your body and your life.If the cabinet is locked, then it represents family secrets and mythology.If the cabinet is open for display, then it represents...

A symbol of wholeness.The Fire of the sun and the Water of the rain come together; contradictions are united.The connection between desire and will.The rainbow has also been a Christian...

Dreaming of a dragon depends greatly on the individual’s attitude towards such creatures. In British mythology, dragons were viewed as fearsome and dangerous beasts, while in Chinese tradition dragons were...

Gold is the image of sunlight and, therefore, of divine intelligence and life. Consequently, this material symbolizes all things superior, plus the hidden treasure of our true Self (i.e., the...

(see Blue, Crystals, Gems, Jewelry, Stones)Maintaining your balance and an emotionally even keel during a difficult situation. In the Middle Ages, turquoise was favored as a talisman to keep riders...

(see Forest, Trees)Norse mythology 7 portrays the yew as Yggdrasil, or the World Tree. As such, this is a great symbol of security and firm roots.Folkloric: Protection, specifically against magic...

See Cow. Food, security; a symbol for the original mother. Paradise is the land where milk and Honey flows. Something needs to be nourished with milk— with femininity. It might...

Rats are considered pests, as they can overpopulate and bring with them destruction and disease. They are inexorably bound up in our history as the carriers of the Plague.The consequences...

(1) An owl may symbolize wisdom in general; or that wisdom that belongs to the unconscious (night = unconscious); or intuition (associated with woman, who is associated with the moon);...

All birds are to be considered as messengers of some kind. There is probably no bird that exemplifies this more than the crow or raven. In Norse mythology, the two...

In British mythology, the mouse is usually portrayed as weak and timid, but blessed with compensatory traits of intelligence, compassion, and resourcefulness.Dreaming of a mouse, therefore, portends a situation in...

Fruit represents abundance and prosperity. As a result of the seeds that they carry, they may also represent new beginnings. In biblical stories, mythology and literature in general, fruits have...

(see Animal)A tortoise that withdraws into its shell is protecting itself (see Armor). From what do you feel the need to hide?In Chinese and Hindu mythology, the tortoise carries the...

Since the primary cultural association with a table is eating meals, the symbolic nature of this object is about groups and connections, with a potential emphasis on the family. As...

(1) Symbolically, the colour gold has connections with the sun and may represent new life, self-renewal; some new development in your psyche.See also Sun.(2) Gold, as something valuable, may symbolize...

Hide. This image is an obvious reference to pursuing your own goals. In Greek / Roman mythology Artemis (Diana), the goddess of the moon and a feminine archetype, is also...

Located in southeast Europe, Greece represents the origins of democracy and the practice of philosophy.If it features in your dream, the associations with Greek mythology and the gods of Olympus...

Of all the domestic animals, the elephant is certainly one of the oldest known, if not the oldest. In Hindu mythology, Ganesha, the elephant-headed god, is one of the deities...

(see Birds, Swan)The creative principle. In Egypt, a goose laid the cosmic egg from which the Universe sprang.India: Representative of freedom, eloquence, and learning.Easter: A bringer of good news, especially...

Universal Landscape: Integration of primitive traits and consciousness.Dreaming Lens: What animal was involved in your dream? What part of the human body was present? Were you the human? Did you...

Swords feature in legend, religion and mythology and are often wielded to subdue evil forces, representing the triumph of good over evil. Swords can also denote kingship, as exemplified by...

(1) A seed may symbolize potential for personal growth. Sowing seed means making new growth possible.(2) A seed may be a symbol of your true self, which is not to...

The labyrinth represents obsessions without solution and vicious circles that often weigh us down.If you dream of this figure, it means that you have doubts and indecision. It could be...

Where cooking takes place and where life is renewed. In the mythology of the Mabinogions (medieval Welsh lore), the kettle was where dead soldiers were brought back to life.The kettle,...

(1) Honey may symbolize sweetness, nutrition - that is, something within you offering you happiness or personal growth.(2) It may symbolize the power of life or the force of nature...

(1) A snake may symbolize (a source of) evil. (In Jcwish-Christian scriptures the serpent is a form of the devil. (2) It may symbolize healing, rejuvenation, new life. (In ancient...

Dreams of family symbolize loyalty, strength, unconditional love and deeply rooted belief systems from you tribe. This dream could be an indication that healing among your family members is taking...

Just as, according to mythology, the cosmos was created out of chaos, so we all, in a sense, have to create ourselves out of chaos - the unordered or disordered...

Spiritualists, shamans and mediums often claim that spirit guides visit them in their dreams. The spirit guides often appear in the forms of animals, but may take on other forms:...