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Prison / Being Imprisoned Dream Meaning

May symbolize restrictions and dependency in many forms. Usually, it expresses a need for more space and freedom, as in Crowds, Shackles, and Cage. You feel limited (often because of a relationship or situations at work) or awkward. In rare cases, it refers to a “blind spot” or a sore point you’re saddled with.

Freud dreamed in his youth about a prison in the shape of a Box, which to him was the symbol of a uterus. [1]

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  1. Little Giant Encyclopedia by Klaus Vollmar [Back to dream]

What does PRISON / BEING IMPRISONED mean in a dream?


Being in a prison may comment on feelings of being persecuted or punished for doing something wrong.A prison may also mention that you are imprisoned by your own thoughts or...

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Vision: If you dream you are in prison: if you are married, it means you are dissatisfied. You feel locked up in your relationship or removed from real life. Visiting...

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The dreams in which a prison appears or in which you are imprisoned allude to a limitation of your energy and creativity. They denote the need to transform your routine....

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May symbolize restrictions and dependency in many forms. Usually, it expresses a need for more space and freedom, as in Crowds, Shackles, and Cage. You feel limited (often because of...

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also see Prison1- Being imprisoned in a dream usually means that we are trapped by circumstances, often those we have created through our own fear or ignorance. We feel that...

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Universal Landscape: Restrictions and consequences of choices made.Dreaming Lens: Were you in jail? Was someone else? Were you visiting a jail? Were you in a cell? Why were you imprisoned?...

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(see also Prison)The likely meaning is that what is (being) imprisoned is some repressed emotion or instinctive drive.

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Various types of dungeon, prison or jail are common dream settings and they appear at times when something or someone in your life is restricting your sense of freedom.If you...

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To get stuck on something and be unable to get away.A frequent dream symbol in cases of addiction. You feel emotionally imprisoned, as in Cage, Prison.

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Divine protection.If prison guard, a part of yourself, beliefs or attitudes, is keeping you imprisoned.

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A tower offers a vantage point in the defending of a fortress, and in this way the symbolic meaning of a tower connects with consciousness that is higher. You may...

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lucky numbers: 15-22-39-40-43-47being killed in prison: sins must be so offensive even inmates condemn you. long-time of a, a: are il -disposed toward friendships that support you. escaping from prison:...

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Vision: Dreaming about a cage: be prepared for an unpleasant situation. Being in a cage: you feel imprisoned (by your surroundings. job, or marriage) and would like to “break out.”*...

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if a person sees his wife giving birth to a boy whilst she is expecting in real life, she will give birth to a girl. And if she gives birth...

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In a dream, a prison guard represents repercussions that could influence the veiling or unveiling of secrets.

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Many emotions, anxieties, moods or ideas captivate’ us, or act as means of denying free expression to our own talents, sexuality or well being. Fear of illness might stop us...

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Dreams of a jail or prison guard signifies that you are coming to grips with the part of you that holds you captive behind bars of guilt and shame. You...

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If a person sees himself being admitted or lowered in the grave it means he will be imprisoned. Or if a person sees himself being imprisoned in a place which...

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lucky numbers: 09-13-25-33-39-46being a: be wary that your behavior does not slip into il egality. others: feel trapped and wish to find another to take your place. being convicted in...

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Also see Dream Dictionary: PrisonDreaming of a cage most often represents some form of trap or prison. However, if the dream incorporates the dreamer ensnaring a wild animal, implies that we...

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Rejected or imprisoned part of self.

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1. Jesus Christ;2. Someone in your acquaintance who in some way relates as a parallel of a famous person;3. The bad or good characteristics of a famous person (if diseased;4....

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Imprisoned with invisible bars; see “loose”

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A law court in a dream may make you focus on your capacity to make fair judgments in complicated matters concerning work, friends or family members. It may also highlight...

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Example: I dreamt I was a prisoner with many others. Myself and other men were outside the prison work­ing. Then a tremendous explosion blew a hole in the prison wall....

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Difficult situation, being imprisoned; more prudence and caution is in order. Feeling of restriction, as in Siege, Amber, Village, Cage, and Elevator.See Falling.

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(Deceiver, Shark) If a con artist sees himself as a king or as a leader in a dream, it means that he will be captured and imprisoned.

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1. Prison/Hell; Snare; Mat. 10:38

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If a person slaughters a sheep or any other animal with the object of sacrifice or qurbani, it means he will be freed if he is a slave; or he...

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A dream about obstacles, as in Prison, Cage—only more severe.

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Someone who restricts and controls others in a prison of invisible bars

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If a person sees himself as alive in the grave he will either be imprisoned or he will find himself in some straitened circumstances.

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lucky numbers: 26-37-38-42-46-48being a smuggler: unexpected relief from a secret final y shared. enemies: wil soon be imprisoned for wacky exploits you hardly know you did. friends: rash, hasty plans...

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If, in your dream, you see yourself a Captive or in prison, it is a sign of an unhappy marriage.

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This is symbolic of a spiritual prison or a place that is oppressive

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An ill-omened dream if you should be Released from a prison, but a sign of troubles soon to end if you think you are Releasing someone else.

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(Burial, Tomb, Sepulcher) A grave in a dream represents a prison and a prison in a dream represents a grave. Ifone sees himself living in a grave in a dream,...

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To dream about volcanoes, forebodes liberty to a person in prison, and peace and contentment to those out of it.

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Since there is more than one meaning for bolt, you will need to decide which is appropriate.A bolt on a door may signify that you are feeling imprisoned in a...

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To dream you see any one beheaded, is a good omen if you are in love, you will marry the object of your affections  if you are in prison, you...

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Restriction and lack of freedom, similar to Cage, Prison, Shackles. Restricted movements are particularly emphasized here.Folklore: A dream about obstacles.

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May be any of a range of attitudes, such as guilt, self criticism, sense of alienation, intellect, restricting the expres­sion of other pans of one s nature.See prison.

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If a person sees himself drinking or being fed milk from the breast of a woman, it means he will either be imprisoned or find himself in utter poverty, as...

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To dream you see snakes and serpents, shows that you will be imprisoned and encounter many dangers; if yon are in love, your sweetheart will be false. To dream you...

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Dreaming of a grid most often implies difficulties. To a certain point, it is a good omen, as it means that you can achieve success in your projects with strength...

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To dream that you are in a workhouse denotes that some event will work you harm and loss.See Prison.

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Do you feel trapped - in your marriage or in your work situation? See also Prison.

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Diminished movements, lack of freedom and mobility, as in Prison and Cave. Also, part of your own nature has remained unconscious and “lacks guidance.”Folklore: Avoid overexertion.

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To dream of quinces IS favorable to the dreamer; if you are in prison, you will be shortly liberated; if you are in trouble, a change will take place that...

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Dreams of handcuffs are about restraint, punishment, control, restriction, and holding back. You are grappling with feelings of guilt and shame.See Prison.

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Ability to see beyond a given situation; expanded vision, perception. Window to the other side, interdimen- sional awareness. House without windows is a prison.

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Vision: This dream symbol indicates that you want to ^arrest” a behavior or conduct, because it violates or endangers your moral principles (and conventional standards).See Police, Prison, Sentence.

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A house which is plastered symbolizes a grave.If a person sees himself imprisoned in a new, plastered house which is unknown to him then such a house represents his grave.

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A sign that you need more freedom and space, as in Prison and Cage. You feel crowded (this could be an actual sensation). Are you able in your everyday life...

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To see soldiers in your dream, shows troubles, persecution, and lawsuits; to the lover, they denote that the object of your aflèctions will be obliged to quit his present place...

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In a dream, a cage maker represents a builder, a tailor, marriage, a teacher, a prison guard or a weaver.

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Gray is a rather depressing color; some mystics believe it to be the color of the aura of a prison. Some sources believe it to indicate a slow period in...

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