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Reference Source Dream Meaning

A reference book (dictionary, thesaurus, etc.) or other reference source (librarian, consultant, etc.) can represent: Something or someone you perceive as an authority or source of information.

Seeking or finding answers or understanding (or a desire to do so).

A quest for knowledge or greater intellect.

A desire to be correct or to do something correctly.

See also: Authority Figure, Rule or Law, Book [1]

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

What does Reference Source mean in a dream?


A reference book (dictionary, thesaurus, etc.) or other reference source (librarian, consultant, etc.) can represent: Something or someone you perceive as an authority or source of information.Seeking or finding answers...

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Reference books in a spiritual sense can symbolize knowledge or the akashic records.A personal reference suggests a record of how we live our lives.

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(Compilation; Encyclopedia; Qur’fmic commentaries; Manual, Journal, Papers, Rare book, Source book) Reading any reference book, Qur’anic commentaries, or compilation of the prophetic sayings in a dream means correcting one’s actions...

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Dreams of being in the zone signify that you are resonating with your highest self, you are in your center, connecting with your source, and creating a powerful reference point...

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(1) Because of their connections with water, boats may symbolize (some aspect of) the feminine, either with a plainly sexual reference or with reference to the unconscious (in the case...

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Dreams of mojo denote your connection with spirit, and your source of love, source, sexuality, power and inner strength.See Keepsake.

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Abundance, an infinite amount, or enough.Something that flows from a source.Quenching or satisfying.A source of life, energy.See Well, Water, Body of, Water, Hose

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Something or someone you consider a source of security, steadiness, or support.Something or someone you perceive as a source of burden, delay, or limitation.A feeling or fear of being hindered...

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Dreams of an oil well symbolize that you are connecting with and old form of energy and inspiration, and this dream may be telling you to look to a higher...

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If you received the allowance from a proper source (Le., parent, guardian, business, etc.), it indicates a happy time ahead; however, if you gave the allowance or it came from...

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Because of the ease with which computers can file, son, cross reference and present informa­tion, a great deal of work has been done in analysing the content of thousands of...

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lucky numbers: 05-06-20-28-43-47children playing with their: insane desires to return to the source of nourishment. hurting, if: a reaction to the beginning of a project. own, of: your creativity is...

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Dreams of an umbilical chord represent your connection to your mother. This dream is revealing that your most vulnerable, infantile self needs to feel connected to a nurturing, higher, and...

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This is a reference to Christ or a pastor, Ps. 23:1

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1. Disguised reference to “sex.” 2. Be reasonable.

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The source or root of something (since a scalp is the source of hair growth).A covering or a protective measure (since a scalp covers the skull).For more clues, consider the...

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This mammal-made drink is considered a fundamental food source, especially for infants and children. As a symbol, it is the ultimate source of nutrition and care from the feminine principle....

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If your dream fea- tured smoke from a known source (i.e., a fire or chim- ney), it signifies improving financial conditions; however, if you saw or smelled the smoke but...

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1. Irritations - things that have gotten under the your skin - a reference to anger

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Reference all words indexed, for they are pointing out something one needs to know; see “important”

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Fear of illness; reference to infection in the body.

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1. + REVELATION2. + COMMUNION3. – DEPRESSION4. – ANXIETY (CAN ALSO BE A REFERENCE TO BOYS)

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Quarrels are predicted by a dream of looking up words in this reference book.

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1. Prophetic/seer; Isa. 40 31;2. Jesus; Exod. 19:4;3. Reference to America

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Research the name or type of publication to establish a relation or reference to

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As symbols of eternal life, conifers and evergreens suggest a vigorous, healthy approach to life but they can also express a warning to be cautious and conserve your energy. Cedar...

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1. Things stored for later,2. Insight into generational issues,(3) A reference to your mental health.

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Direct reference to sexual aspect of self.See penis and vagina under body; castration.

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Sometimes a direct reference to the body’s need for such foods; lack of meaty (sexual) experience.

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Stands for young people and children.See Food.According to Jung, usually a reference to eroticism.

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As the direction of the rising sun. the east points to the source of inspiration, the blessing, grace, and the glory through God’s communication.It is associated with the mountain, the...

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Feeling of hurt and being injured, vulnerable and weak. Often a reference to old injuries that want to be healed.

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Ability to assert oneself, desire for control, often carried too far, bad behavior.The image of the axe also points to chopping wood and, with its rhythmical movement, carries a sexual...

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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...

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This is usually a reference to the kind of life the dreamer is living. Also a symbol for the mental task involved in orientation.

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1. + CHILDLIKE FAITH2. + ANOINTING3. – CHILDISHNESS/IMMATURITY4. – WATERED DOWN5. – IMMORAL (CAN ALSO BE A REFERENCE TO GIRLSRom. 2:28; Deut. 22:15-17; 1 Sam. 17:42.

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This may be a reference to her husband who will enjoy a good reputation as a result of his high standing in the community.

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Most of us associate the color brown with the earth, and this is its leading significance in dreams. If, for example, you dreamed of walking on a brown surface, you...

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Whether you hung it yourself or observed it being done, the dream pertains to an alteration in your social status, but its meaning must be determined by reference to the...

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Dreaming of someone’s name can be an obvious reference to someone you know or it could be wordplay.The name, as in Matt, could be a doormat, or the name Mary,...

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1. Reference to work;2. Administration or the 5 fold ministry (spiritual offices)3. Business;4. Position;5. Heaven -place where God sits running everything). Eph. 4:11-12; Ps. 91:1.

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(see Desert, Sand)Metaphorically, prickly situations that require careful handling.Protection and safety.The needles on this plant may speak of your own need for protection, or possibly they represent the armor you...

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1. Strength,2. Faith,3. Spiritual reach, reference to strong arming someone4. Christ;5. Church member;6. Unable to assist (arms tied);7. God’s judgment (broken arm). Isa. 40:10; 59:16; 63:5.

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(1) Possibly the symbolism is straightforward, pointing to a desire for love or sex.(2) It or they may symbolize your mother, who gave you birth and nourishment. But are you...

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A direct reference to the flesh.An emaciated body symbolizes sin in a person’s life, Ps. 31:10

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This is a reference to God or Christ, Ps. 51:4.A judge can also symbolize trouble with earthly authorities

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Without reference to its value, a keepsake received in a dream is a forerunner of good fortune to those who are married or who are planning to be.

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This is a reference to the eye and our Christian walk, the Holy Spirit is the oil, Ps. 18:28, Lk.11:34, Matt. 25:1-10.A lamp is also symbolic of the word of...

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The flag of your nation seen in a dream is an omen of prosperity. Other flags must be interpreted through a reference to their predominating colors.

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A direct reference to Satan and his kingdom, Isa. 7:18. Dead flies are symbolic of ruin and rottenness, Eccl. 10:1

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To dream about testicles represents unbridled strength or virility. It might be a reference to concerns about your carnal abilities. It could also mean that you need to be bold...

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1. May refer to a particular congregation;2. The reference may also be general;3. Often a church will appear as a house in a dream or vision;4. May represent the individual;5....

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See Laboratory. On one hand, a place for the unnatural and artificial; on the other, the receptacle for intellect, or the place where connections are made. In alchemy, a reference...

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See Telescope. Inferiority complex, devaluing the Self. Taking small things too seriously. Possibly a suggestion to expand your frame of reference and thereby grow in awareness.See also Lewis Carroll’s Alice...

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A battery or other stored source of energy can represent: A source of energy, fuel, motivation, or inspiration in your life (or a desire for such).Perseverance or the ability to...

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For most of us shopping is not simply a necessity but a favorite pastime.It is a source of pain, pleasure, recreation, and, at times, “quality time” with family or friends....

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Strangely enough to view an autopsy with no other point of reference (like your own definition, or dream context) is actually a good omen and usually points to new and...

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1. Serenity, contentment.2. Unexpected experience.3. Intel­lect, symbol of education combined with experience.4. Infor­mation; record-keeping used as guidance for future reference.

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1. A reference to things ‘behind’ you, butting in, cover your butt! Big Butt laziness or apathy

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(1) Anything circular or spherical may be a symbol of wholeness, completeness, perfection, and therefore of your total self. The circle may have an obvious centre.If so, when working on...

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On one hand, a reference to your setting your sights on a goal. Are you meeting your goal.7 On the other hand, aggression and a hunter’s instinct.See Arrow, Pistol.

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Focus and concentration on a goal. This image is a “point of reference,” and suggests the way you have—or should have—developed. In addition, the arrow is a male sexual symbol...

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Piaying games in a dream is generally a good sign if there is no reference to whether you are winning or losing. Games of skill have a better chance, and...

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This can be the devil, Ps. 10:9.A lion can also reference Jesus, Ps. 17:12. Watch what the lion does in the dream to determine the meaning.If the lion is intimidating...

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Depth Psychology: If you are single, dreaming about marriage often means you secretly wish to be married. It might also be a reference to marital problems, either in the present...

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To dream of a record player or tape recorder (as equipment) is a sign of a deteriorating love affair; otherwise, the meaning of the dream must be determined by reference...

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A sudden substantial increase in status and/or income is forecast in a dream of traveling for pleasure.Other travel dreams must be interpreted by reference to the cause, means, and other...

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Vegetables and fruit are a vital source of nourishment in the real world, and in dreamland their reference is usually to feeding the emotions rather than nourishing the body.In general,...

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If you dream of a chemist, this may be a reference to alchemy, which Jung related to the dreamer’s spiritual transformation. Dreams of scientists might be posing you the question...

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1. Lower down on the social scale than most groups.2. Ability to absorb great indignities.3. Stupid and gullible.4. No compas­sion (from steinbeck’s reference in east of eden: “she had eyes...

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An obvious reference to material that burdens you and to real debts and mortgages. Your life is out of balance, meaning you are confronted with guilt feelings in order to...

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Reference in a dream to the month of April is a propitious sign.A dream of April sunshine predicts the successful completion of an important work.

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In most cases, this is a dream about birth— looking back to the starting point.A dream of rebirth. In a tunnel we often meet the unconscious.According to Freud, a reference...

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lucky numbers: 04-05-15-20-27-41alive, being: your ambitions wil rise with your success. because of others, being: approaching troubles. burning, a house: relief from distressing problems. incense: sympathy from an unsuspecting source....

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Stabilizing, bonding medium. Being steadfast or stubborn. Heat that needs to cool down.Getting stuck, being glued to something (in reference to relationships, work, etc.). Something may be smoothed out with...

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When most people think of hell, they are relating to a Christian idea of an afterlife where people go when they do not subscribe to certain dogmas relating to behavior.The...

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From the verses of ancient poets to modern jokes, melons have often been compared to women’s breasts, and so if melons appear in your dream, are you curious about anything...

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If there were flowers in the flower pot, look up the meaning under “Flowers”, above.If the flower pot was empty or just contained soil, this suggests that you have been...

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Dreams of pine needles or pine trees denote freshness, that which is natural and authentic about you. Often the smell of pine is a reference to the Christmas Holidays.See Christmas...

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(Tiller, Wheel) In a dream, the helm or the tiller of a boat represent true knowledge, the seat of authority, solid credentials and a reliable reference.(Also see Boat, Ship)

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The meaning of a search dream must be de- termined by reference to the purpose and object of the action; however, to dream of searching for an unknown purpose or...

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The source of one’s pain is unknown.

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Dreaming about gold could be a reflection of concerns that you have about your most precious valuables or a reference to “alchemist’s gold” which is usually spiritual in nature.If you...

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Whatever you have cooked up you must and should be allowed to eat. This is a reference to consequences. What we have “cooked up” is composed of what we have...

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See Suitcase, Pocketbook, Backpack, Package, and Box. All symbolize a burden (everybody carries his own baggage) or, less often, energy and making plans. Energy reserves. Possibly a reference is being...

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Symbolic of a supernatural power source

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