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Religious Symbol Dream Meaning

A religious symbol can represent: A desire for spiritual guidance, comfort, or connection of some kind.

A touchstone for a connection with God.

A reminder of how an authentic spiritual connection compares to the emptiness of a “lower-level god” or pseudo-spiritual symbol.

A real-life religious setting (such as a place of worship).

Something in your real life that feels religious or sacred.

See also: Religion, Symbol, Church, Religious Figure, Statue, Star, Symbol, Fish, Sign [1]

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Sources and Authors

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

What does Religious Symbol mean in a dream?


A religious symbol can represent: A desire for spiritual guidance, comfort, or connection of some kind.A touchstone for a connection with God.A reminder of how an authentic spiritual connection compares...

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The general idea of religion or philosophy.A specific religion.Your inner spiritual experience (real or imagined).A specific religious reference in your life (a certain religious authority or location, a symbol, an...

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A particular quality or meaning associated with the symbol by you or by cultural traditions.A quality associated with the shape of the symbol (for example, a diamond shape representing excellence).Something...

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A religious figure or deity can represent: A religious figure that has meaning to you.Your desire for a spiritual connection (such as for guidance, clarity, or comfort).A reminder of how...

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Spiritually, lilies are a symbol of resurrection and of everlasting life. They are often used in religious ceremony to denote this and are a symbol of the virgin mary.

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Monks are a symbol of spiritual discipline, asceticism, and inner wisdom.The dreamer’s own religious beliefs determine the meaning of this dream symbol.

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Returning to the origin of masculinity, this is often the symbol for Father. As the first Man, you also want to be the “top man.” Be more vigorous in shaping...

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There is a long tradition in almost every religion of dreams with messages from a supernatural power. Many people are inclined to accept that dreams containing religious symbols, such as...

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Something is growing out of the depths. It may be poisonous or nurturing. Drug-induced, ecstatic religious or sexual experiences. In addition, a symbol of the hidden energies of the earth...

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Any religious building suggests a refuge where you can gather your thoughts and consider your beliefs. Even if you are not religious, in dreams religious buildings highlight your spiritual, peace-loving...

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also see Religious Imagery1- Dreaming of any religious symbol usually indicates our very deep connection with old ideas and principles.The icon usually symbolises the microcosm within the macrocosm - that...

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A place of worship (church, temple, mosque, etc.) can represent: God or spirituality.The spiritual or religious aspects of your life.The importance of a spiritual connection.Ritual or tradition.A mental or superficial...

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Religious symbol of a place of worship

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A religious symbol of preaching or teaching; see “sermon”

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A particular person or a public figure, or your feelings about them.A particular attribute of the subject portrayed (such as grace or authority).An idea the statue conveys (such as freedom...

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Until around AD 33, the cross was a symbol of punishment, as well as being a simple symbol of connection. Since that time, the cross has become a powerful symbol...

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A religious symbol of mary, the mother of jesus christ

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also see Religious Imagery1- If we dream of a Bible or other religious book it usually means that we are aware of traditional moral standards. We need a code of...

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The name ‘quaker’ was initially given to religious sects given to fits of shaking during religious fervor. Only later did it become a popular name for those of the society...

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1. Religious feelings.2. Ready to “sacrifice” someone to achieve an end.3. Symbol of god.4. Desire to be christian.

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In its essence, a labyrinth is a confusing and mazelike structure found in the underbelly of a building. As a symbol, it represents a journey to the very center of...

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also see Religious Imagery1- Physically, incense is designed to perfume a room. In dreams, it is possible to be aware of the smell of incense, particularly if it has associations...

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The swastika is an ancient symbol of creative, life-giving power.The direction that it turns— clockwise being good, counterclockwise being destructive—are important in the religious traditions that utilize the swastika.The phenomenon...

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High religious authority figure that may be substituted for a religious person of like character

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(Such as a church, mosque or temple) as an environment for us to consider our system of belief, any religious building will suggest a place of sanctuary and refuge and...

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A group you feel has strong influences, such as on beliefs or decisions (such as a religion, political party, or school).Someone’s attempt for power or control over others, possibly to...

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Religious authority who may be substituted for another religious person; research the name

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Religious authority who may be substituted for another religious person

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Candles and chalices are common religious symbols. The candle’s flame suggests divine enlightenment, so if candles appeared in your dream this may indicate your hope of seeing the light in...

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One who is devoutly religious; they may be substituted for another religious figure

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The duck as a bird is said to be a symbol of superficiality, presumably because it floats on the water rather than in it. In former times religious belief was...

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The Holy Grail is a sacred object from the Christian tradition that is thought to have been the goblet used by Christ at the Last Supper.The metaphysical emphasis on this...

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The idea of resurrection may initially be thought of as a religious symbol, as it has great significance in the world of depth psychology and the concept of the archetypal...

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Guidance, information, or insight (or a desire for such).Something that you perceive as pointing you in a certain direction or confirming whether you’re “on track.” A quality or meaning associated...

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To break a lance for somebody means that you are standing up for that person. It may, however, also point to sexual tension, as well as religious themes (the Grail)....

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Vision: Dreaming about participating in a pilgrimage: your strategies and goals are good, but you need patience and perseverance to be successful.Depth Psychology: This dream is either a symbol of...

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(1) According to Jung, an elephant may be a symbol of the self (for self).(2) Particularly for anyone acquainted with Indian religious ideas or iconography, an elephant may represent some...

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Psychological / emotional perspective: Dreaming of a religious martyr often signifies that we need to question our own religious beliefs and upbringing, and our strength of purpose and commitment. We...

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1. Legalistic believer; Gal. 2:16,2. Religious tradition; Matt. 15:1-3;3. Religious adversary; Matt. 16:21;4. Fellow believer imposing their ways Gal. 2:12

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At first glance, it would seem that the angel and the virgin represent the Christian faith, but both actually predate it. The virgin was known as Isis to the Egyptians,...

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(see Church, Holy Ground, Sanctuary, Temple) Religious or spiritual confines and strictures that have distinct tenets and taboos.The attempt or desire to maintain total religious autonomy through sequestration.The counsel here...

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Beyond the obvious religious connotations, a dream crucifixion can represent an excruciatingly painful situation. Feelings of guilt or, alternatively, feelings of being a scapegoat. Crucifixion can also be an initiatory...

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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,...

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Symbol: The rosarv consists of consecutive beads that are like budding roses.Vision: Seeing a rosary: you need to be courageous and steadfast so that feelings of sorrow and pain won’t...

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This symbol appears in a number of religious images and indicates the universe and the centre of ourselves. It indicates that we ourselves arc the centre of our own universe...

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also see Religious Imagery1- Dreaming of being in a situation where we arc worshipping something such as an idea, a person, a concept or an object is to be opening...

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(Money) A minter in a dream represents a well spoken person who tricks others with his fancy words. Ifhe does not receive a wage for his work, a minter in...

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(Alms; Charity; Contribution; Donation; Fulfilling needs, Gift, Offering, Profits, Religious endowment) Making a religious endowment in a dream represents good deeds that are done for God’s pleasure, seeking to be...

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If a woman sees herself wearing men’s clothing and imitating them in their look and actions in a dream, it means progress in her life if she is dressed handsomely,...

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Each person has unique associations with this figure, depending on her religious influence. The symbol of Christ, as himself, represents perfection, martyrdom, universal suffering, and resurrection.There are many ways to...

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One can discern between the righteous and the self-righteous in a dream

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The palm tree has come to be known as the Christian religious symbol for Christ’s victory over death, celebrated as Palm Sunday at the Easter holiday season. It can signify...

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High religious authority who may be substituted for another religious person of high authority

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Adept in a certain environment or a particular pursuit (as in a fish’s great ability to thrive in water).Not overly emotional.Simple or basic (such as in style or approach).Dreaming of...

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One’s religious beliefs, one’s relationship with religious beliefs; a sense of sin, sympathy; a sense of community, a non-sexual relationship.

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also see Ceremony and Religious Imagery1- Rituals can range from the ‘sublime to the ridiculous’. They are actions which are repeated over and over again in order to achieve a...

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also see Church in Dream Dictionary: Religious Buildings and Religious ImageryTo dream of church buildings can imply we are formulating a new set of values or morals. It may also mean we are...

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The meaning of consuming an alcoholic beverage depends on certain other specific contents of the dream as well as on the individual’s associations with alcohol. Negatively, alcohol represents escapism, addiction,...

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Foot. Symbol for setting things in motion on your own initiative, in contrast to being in a vehicle Auto, Car.It is also a symbol of your attitude toward life and,...

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Vision: Seeing a fairy in a dream always means good luck in personal matters and indicates that long-cherished, secret wishes finally will come true.For single people this dream means an...

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If the icon featured a portrait of a saint or other religious figure, find out what tradition is associated with that person.For example, if the saint was St. Christopher, then...

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(arb. Faqih, Religious scholar, Scholar, Theologian) A legist in a dream represents intelligence, awareness, knowledge and seeking to study different branches of religious knowledge. Seeing a legist in a dream...

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(1) A ram may be a sexual symbol; or a symbol of aggressiveness (if homed).(2) As a symbol of fertility, it may mean a promise of personal growth.(3) If there...

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Vision: Morning is a symbol of youth, noon a symbol of maturity, afternoon a symbol of the autumn of life, and evening the beginning of the end.Depth Psychology: Morning is...

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This simple and basic fruit is a powerful symbol in religious writings, literature and in dreams. It fundamentally represents knowledge and the freedom that are associated with it. With knowledge...

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also see Religious Imagery1- When we dream of taking part in a ceremony or religious ritual we are conscious of a new attitude or skill that is needed or an...

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Because a scarf is worn around the neck, as a symbol it relates to issues of communication and having a connection to your voice. One function of a scarf is...

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(Drink one’s fill, Quench one’s thirst, Irrigation) To drink one’s fill after being thirsty in a dream means satisfaction and ease in one’s business, end of one’s difficulties, richness after...

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See Devil. Symbol for logic, but without a soul. Also undefined nature.An archetypal symbol for darkness, but also a symbol of creativity and resistance.

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also see Fire1- In Pagan times a log was decoratcd and burnt in order to clear away the Old Year. In dreams it will be seen as a symbol of...

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Well-known phallic symbol. Fear of sex and war, as in Helmet, Shot, and Atom Bomb.A symbol for distance, masculine aggressiveness.Astrology: A symbol of Mars.

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also see Larder1- The refrigerator is a symbol of preservation. In dreams this becomes self preservation and suggests we may be turning cold emotionallv or sexually.To dream of rotten food...

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If you are deeply committed to your faith, a dream encounter with a prophet or a figure of great spiritual significance such as Muhammad to a Muslim, Gautama Siddhartha to...

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Vanity.A symbol of narcissism and arrogance. But at the same time it may represent the beauty of the soul and the diversity of one’s own personality. In alchemy it is...

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Dreaming of a huge, erect, and disembodied penis is an ancient religious symbol for the Creator, like the Shiva lingam of Hinduism - and thus represents creative power, particularly male...

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Once a symbol for marriage, because the fire in the hearth was lit in a ritual ceremony with a torch. Then it became a symbol of passing on psychic energies...

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Dream symbols can have both positive and negative associations but some dream symbols do tend to have more positive associations than negative and these include: Acorn: To dream of an...

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Symbol: The child is a symbol of receiving unconditionally.Vision: Watching healthy children at play: success and good times. Crying, screaming, and sick children, children that are falling down or undernourished,...

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Any symbol of salvation in a dream probably refers to one of two things:(1) The religious idea of being rescued from one’s sins and their consequences.If this is the ‘feel’...

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Ancient symbol for rulers and power.The eagle can, like the phoenix, rejuvenate himself and thereby become immortal.The eagle possesses superior viewing power, but there is also a warning connected to...

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Symbol of sexual masculinity, the Hero. Masculine power, as in Bear. Frequently appears as a dream symbol when one is feeling weak.Advice that one ought to get involved in fitness....

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Praising God Almighty and thanking Him in a dream means receiving benefits and a great reward. It also means finding guidance for one’s religious life. Praising God Almighty in a...

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(Excessive admiration or adulation of someone in a dream.) Ingratiating oneselfto someone for worldly profits, or to gain access to knowledge, or to find ajob to help him better apply...

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Energy that rises from the unconscious. As fuel, it points to passion.A well-known symbol for Money.According to Freud, the symbol of libido. According to Jung and the alchemists, a symbol...

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