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Seashell Dream Meaning

Dream interpretation from 2 unique sources about Seashell

It is associated with female sexuality and fertility. It has been regarded as highly erotic and lies in relation to seawater, the origin of life. It can be interpreted as a repressed sexual desire, or the intention—not yet revealed—to procreate.

Its link to Aphrodite—goddess of love that emerges from the sea on a giant seashell—makes it forecast marriage and travel by sea. A full shell promises success and happiness; empty, however, indicates loss of time and money. [1]

(See also: Oyster, Pearl, Water)

An alternative symbol for, and more ancient type of, a cup.

The voice of the water, the emotional, intuitive nature, reaching out to us from the swell of busy thoughts.

For some sea creatures, a type of annor that also becomes a home when necessary. Are you becoming too reclusive, or too picky about your personal space? [2]

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Sources and Authors

  1. The Big Dictionary of Dreams by Martha Clarke [Back to dream]
  2. The Language of Dreams by Patrica Telesco [Back to dream]

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