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Rite Of Passage Dream Meaning

Dreams of a rite of passage signify that you are progressing, growing, changing and developing in an honorable way. You may be in the midst of a transition, in which case your dream may be giving you the message to deepen your connection to your spirit so that you may continue your positive momentum.

See also: Ritual, Ceremony. [1]

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  1. Strangest Dream Explanations by Dream Explanations - Anonymous [Back to dream]

What does Rite of Passage mean in a dream?


Dreams of a rite of passage signify that you are progressing, growing, changing and developing in an honorable way. You may be in the midst of a transition, in which...

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A sense of being in between* regarding work, love or life; change, as in a rite of passage—so, the movement between stages or phases of life; the back passage, rectum;...

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1. Rite of passage.2. Doorway to something significant.

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In spiritual terms, being blindfolded is often seen as a rite of passage.It is a transition between two states. It also signifies some kind of initiation.

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If you dream of a riddle, then this signifies transformation; that you are going through a rite of passage, initiation or challenge.See Joke.

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The jungle can symbolize spiritual chaos due to its unpredictability. It suggests a rite of passage – a journey which must be taken to reach maturity.

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1. Initiation, rite of passage.2. Important business needs at­tention.3. Bonding, friendship.4. Possibly repressed jealousy (tattoo seen on others).

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Dreams of a tyrant reflect your own inner critic and shadow. Consider this dream to be a test, a rite of passage and an opportunity for you to become more...

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Spiritual knowledge and the ability to use it can only be achieved in ‘the university of life’. Often we need to graduate or be initiated with some ceremony, such as...

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A dream of a ball symbolizes a rite of passage, the celebration of a turning point in your career, relationship, or vitality.See Ballroom.

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Dreams of a labyrinth indicate an initiation, test or challenge.A significant aspect of this dream is the way you feel as you make your way through this maze or rite...

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Spiritually we are able to focus our energies in such a way that we can work for the greater good. Repetition helps to concentrate the power we are calling on,...

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Dreams of sacred body art represents adornment of the flesh, -love, decoration, beauty and ceremony. You are preparing for a ritual, ceremony or rite of passage.See Tattoo and Art.

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Dreams of a kilt are symbolic of the blending of the masculine and feminine energies within you; the integration of polarities, and music and weapons.A ceremony/ rite of passage is...

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Dreams of a gown represent a special occasion or a rite of passage.A gown is an outer reflection of an inner preparation for the next level of your evolution in...

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If you dream of being an usher, then you are assisting others in their evolution.If you dream of being ushered, then you are realizing that you are divinely supported as...

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Dreams of a plaza symbolize your feelings and attitudes toward social and communal situations. This could symbolize that an important event or rite of passage is about to take place.

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Dreams of incense symbolize the element of air, which represents clarity of thought and that you are opening your mind to possibilities beyond your normal scope. Incense is also associated...

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1. Mobility, obtaining freedom (as in “license to drive”).2. Change in life stage and status, a rite of passage.3. Change in situation, possibly employment.

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Psychological / emotional perspective: Any major life change has a profound effect on the dreamer and this is very often shown in dream form as a ceremony or some kind...

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Material aspects: To be dreaming of a jubilee or jubilee celebrations would indicate a rite of passage – a passing from the old into the new, perhaps evidence of having...

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Dreams of a hazard represent an initiation, a rite of passage that is challenging and testing your skills, strength and ability. Proceed with awareness and -care as you move through...

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Material aspects: This almost invariably indicates the crossing from one phase of life to another, perhaps a rite of passage.The bridge may be depicted as weak or strong, sturdy or...

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Initiation is a rite of passage ceremony marking entrance or acceptance into a group or society.An initiation or inauguration ceremony in a spiritual sense can mark a new beginning, the...

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Dreams of a ritual are auspicious and fortuitous as they signify that you are evoking the sacred within yourself, acknowledging the power of the mystical and magical that is inherent...

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Dreams about birthdays, weddings, anniversaries and any other rite of passage ceremony all contain symbolism associated with change. Notice how you felt in the dream. How did other characters react...

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Dreams of this creature with the body of a lion, wings, and a woman’s bust and face represent the intersection of your spirituality, humanness and animal nature, the embrace of...

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Gives gender-specific: The hero’s quest for both men and women is a fundamental pattern of human experience which can appear in many guises in dreams.It is a rite of passage...

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1- If we have been blindfolded in a dream, it shows a deliberate attempt is being made to deceive us.If we are blindfolding someone else we are not being honest...

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Baptism is symbolic of many things: initiation, death and rebirth, regeneration and renewal.A rite of passage, baptism can signify acceptance by a group of people with specific knowledge.The method of...

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Psychological / emotional perspective: On an intellectual level we are becoming conscious of potentials we may have missed or not expressed fully and because of this we are no longer...

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As a ritual that marks the end of life, a funeral is a rite of passage. Spiritually in dreams it signifies that we can put behind us matters that belong...

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Dreams of a wrecking ball signify that you are tearing down an old, outmoded system in order to build up a new structure that is better, stronger and more powerful...

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Dreams of a party represent your feelings and attitudes toward groups and/or family gatherings, your public persona, and your people/social skills. This dream might symbolize that you are walking through...

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Dreams of a chalice symbolize immortality and a thirst for spiritual nourishment.If you are drinking from this sacred goblet, you are in the midst of a rite of passage, transforming,...

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Dreams of a forest signify that you are discovering unexplored regions of your psyche, your hidden power, animal instincts, magic and enchantment.Dreaming of being in the forest can also represent...

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To be tested in your dream represents that you are going through a rite of passage.If you dream of passing the test, then you are ready to move on to...

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Dreams of fire represent change, transformation, passion, love, sexuality, energy and destruction. This dream also represents energy that feels out of control in your life.A change is coming, a rite...

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A dark tunnel may represent a dark passage in life where you may have to confront your fears.A tunnel may be related to a birth memory or to some passage...

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See altar, icon, rite / ritual as well as spiritual imagery in the introduction

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1- A sarcophagus is similar to a tomb, but is much more of a memorial, marking how important the occupant is or was.To dream of such an edifice is to...

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Tea as a symbol suggests spiritual refreshment – based on a reverence for nature and the creation of a perfect moment in time. You might also like to consult the...

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Many terminally ill people dream of clocks that are marking the passage of time which, inexorably, brings them closer to death. On the other hand, the feeling that you are...

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Spiritually we need to accept other people’s values.A prostitute originally meant ‘one who stood before’, and in ancient times was a woman who initiated men into the mysteries of the...

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(see Abbreviations)Each name’s meaning derives from its root language. Patricia, for example, means noble (which is the origin of the word patrician). Try looking in a baby’s name book for...

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You are feeling insecure about some area of your life. Teeth serve three primary functions. They allow us to process our food so we can nurture ourselves. They express joy...

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Passage of time; reminder or suggestion of some­thing imponant arising.

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1. Safe passage, contentment.2. Sense of self and place in the world.3. Start of a new phase of life or journey.

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1. Community relationships.2. Start of a path.3. Passage, spir­itual or emotional.4. Vagina.5. Two-faced individual.

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The 12 labours of hercules are reputed to represent the passage of the sun through the 12 signs of the zodiac. They are also the hardships and effort man uses...

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We may be standing on the threshold of a new spiritual awareness. We need to be particularly alert as to what changes are occurring. At this time we are often...

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Spiritually exorcism depicts a rite or ceremony deliberately designed to get rid of negativity and evil. It was specifically designed to expel evil spirits, but now has the symbolism of...

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Putting holes into pearls to string them in a dream means fulfillment of one’s goals, easingof one’s passage, or facilitating one’s marriage.(Also see Drill)

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Material aspects: A wake, in the sense of a funeral rite gives us an opportunity to grieve properly. When in dreams we find ourselves attending such an occasion, we need...

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To dream of a rattlesnake symbolizes your life journey and the passage of time.

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As a passage from one state to another and a conductor of heat, in dreams the chimney can indicate how we deal with our inner emotions and warmth.

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1. Particular job or ministry path; Exod. 18:20b2. Means of passage for powerful ministry;3. The plans and purposes of God. Ps. 143:10

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1. Candle with wax dripping may be a phallic symbol.2. Can­dle with wax dripping may also indicate the passage of time.

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This number is indicative of the passage of life. It may imply that a period, era, or life is coming to an end. It may also represent endurance and durability.

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A passage to a new phase in life, such as childhood to adolescence, or single to married.A new opportunity on the way.Revelation, either personal, spiritual, or universal. Astrological parallels: Scorpio,...

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(see Fabric, Needle, Saving, Web)The passage of time.A creative process that sometimes seems as long and arduous as spinning gold into straw.

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It is hard to know how the passage of time is expressed in dreams, as you are not in real time when you dream, since situations or adventures that appear...

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also see Hall / Passage in Dream Dictionary: BuildingsDreams incorporating images of corridors are generally associated with change and shifting between places in our waking lives. These locations are not usually geographical but...

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To dream of a secret passageway, indicates hidden power and your desire for inner exploration and self-discovery. Something needs to emerge from your unconscious - and when it does, you...

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In a dream, attaining a station means receiving an irrevocable award, as compared to reaching a state which denotes a transitory passage and a condition which is subject to constant...

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also see Body3- Many people have some type of inhibition over their sexuality or ‘bodily parts’. Few, however, dream directly of the vagina itself.It is usually represented or symbolised in...

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A close family member has died and the remaining family are attending the funeral. Everyone, including you, is crying. Such dreams can be very unnerving because you may worry that...

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A hallway or corridor in a dream represents a passageway of self-discovery. It may signify a passage through time.If you pass someone in the hallway, it could represent a brief...

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To dream of a hidden passageway, indicates hidden power and your desire for inner exploration and self-discovery. Something needs to emerge from your unconscious - and when it does, you...

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(Absolution, Acquittal, Pardon) To be granted amnesty in a dream means a safe passage in real life.(Also see Pardon)

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In developing spiritually we must often learn to wait until the time is right for a particular event. We have to wait for the passage of time and develop patience...

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also see Furniture1- A wardrobe, often because it is large, can have the same significance as a passage, and therefore suggests a period of transition. Because it houses our clothes,...

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Traveling down a din road may reflect a difficult passage toward your goals on which you may have to face rock- slides, potholes, or mud if the weather or your...

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Obviously, a clock in a dream is alerting us to a passage of time; that for some reason time is important and we must be aware of its’ presence.

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