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Snakes are one of the most powerful dream symbols known to humankind. They have been both revered and feared since time immemorial. They represent sexual power, resurrection, healing, initiation and...

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A Chinese figure in a dream stereotypically represents someone who is working for the whole or who has socialistic values. This may be a comment on your need to conform,...

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Serpents are ancient symbols, often associated with goddesses of fertility. Because they live in the ground, serpents may represent the healing, nurturing earth; they can also symbolize knowledge. In some...

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King Cobra in dream meaning: A King Cobra could indicate that you are hypnotized by another person’s charm. Garden snakes in dream meaning: Garden snakes symbolize unfounded, irrational fears. Vipers...

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From a Freudian perspective, a stranger in a dream may symbolize meeting a part of one’s own psyche, or shadow self. According to an ancient Chinese belief, a stranger in...

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Dragons can have the same meaning as snakes and other serpents. Dragons symbolize very different things in the Western and Eastern traditions. In the West, heroic knights slay evil dragons...

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Serpents are one of the oldest figures that have a lot of symbolism. In general, they are associated with phalluses and pagan gods of fertility. Given that snakes live sliding...

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In chinese lore the tortoise is a revered figure of wisdom and knowledge. He is said to carry the pattern of all existence on his back. He also represents creation....

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They are always associated with celebration, parties, and costumes. In the dream this could be positive or negative. Parties are generally related to the desire for escape and frivolous moments....

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Nationality, ethnicity, or culture can represent the actual country or continent, its people, its culture, or anything you personally associate with that area of the world.Consider its context in your...

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In its psychological interpretation a snake in your dream is a phallic symbol, and to dream of one, especially if it was coiled around you, or otherwise on your body,...

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Although, among ancient cultures, it was the emblem of the soul and the unconscious attraction to the luminous, the butterfly is currently associated with lightness, fickleness, and imprudence. However, if...

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Unlocking the Hidden Meanings of Your Dreams Dream interpretation is an intriguing and complex process that can provide profound insights into the subconscious mind. To begin, it’s important to understand...

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See reptiles, lizards and snakes.

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See reptiles, lizards, snakes.

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The circle or disc is often a solar emblem. It also symbolizes, in many cases, heaven, perfection, and eternity. According to Jung, the square represents the pluralistic state of the...

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If a rainbow appears in your dream, this is without doubt a message of hope from your unconscious. For Jungians, the rainbow is a symbol of redemption and personal growth....

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Symbolic of Chinese people or Eastern religious beliefs (a call to prayer)

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This lovable Chinese bear in your dream is telling you that, if you’ll just stop feeding your worries, they’ll go away.

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Symbolic of a crushing problem like depression or anxiety in someone’s life. Snakes represent demonic spirits, Isa. 59:4-5

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Sperm; a baby, so perhaps pregnancy; our feelings about prenatal life.See frog under reptiles, lizards, snakes.

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A dream of embarrassment and perplexity (Gypsy); “a knotty problem,” etc. Chinese symbol of longevity and luck (Pavitt).

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A dream both good and bad, false friends, but a faithful lover (Gypsy). Chinese lucky symbol, but regarded as an emblem of greediness.

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Although mind and body may be a total unity, and the separation in language merely a convenience, despite its unity, our being has a number of interacting systems. The action...

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In chinese history the grasshopper is often associated with enlightenment. Thus, it represents some form of spiritual freedom.

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A pleasant journey, either in your own country or abroad, is predicted by a dream of a Chinese or other pagoda.

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Kumquats in a dream represent prosperity. Chinese tradition associates the kumquat with luck and wealth in the future.

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Spiritually, being aware of blood circulating through the body can symbolize the rejuvenating or life force. This is similar to ch’i in chinese medicine.

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Example: ‘I am given an animal to look after (usually somebody’s pet) while they are away on holiday. I then completely forget the animal, go away and when I return...

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For freudian thinkers, concern about one’s ego.

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Red may symbolize sexuality, passion, anger, revolution, danger. As the colour of blood, red is a symbol of life (which is why Hindu and Chinese brides wear red); but blood,...

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One’s creative energy leaving its mark in the world —it is sexual in the sense the snake is sexual; how one has shaped one’s basic nature through personal effort.See also...

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Spiritually junk represents outmoded or unwanted concepts and ideas.A chinese junk has the same significance as the lunar barque or boat.

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Wood is a traditional source of heat and is one of the five elements used in clinical diagnosis in Chinese medicine. Wood also represents life and springtime.

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Garlic is considered a herb of magic. As a protective amulet, particularly against the evil eye, it is of significance against negativity. In chinese lore it also symbolizes luck, health...

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To dream of them in season denotes contentment, wealth and pleasure (Artemidorus). A Chinese symbol of longevity and good fortune; the peach-tree was also the symbol of the Paradise of...

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In chinese medicine the lungs represent grief. They are also involved in decision making. Spiritually, the lungs are the seat of righteousness and the source of thoughts concerning the self.

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Something not highly valued, but still important and precious. Points to too much vanity or to a bright personality. According to Chinese understanding, jade is a lucky stone that keeps...

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To dream of serpents, is indicative of cultivated morbidity and depressed surroundings. There is usually a disappointment after this dream.See Snakes and Reptiles.

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Eels embody many of the meanings of snakes or serpents, although their watery habitat links them more explicitly with the powers of the unconscious.As phallic symbols, they indicate unconscious sexual...

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As dreams apparently emerge from what has been named the unconscious, it is helpful to understand ideas regarding it, and something of its nature. In ancient cultures we occasionally find...

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If you dream of seeing strange illuminations in the sky you will experience much distress.If you see children in the sky then you will meet with trouble and failure.An illuminated...

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Since the word ‘element’ means first principle, spiritually this can mean the creator.The elements fire, air, water and earth are the first principles of creation.The chinese way of thought includes...

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Lizards can often resemble snakes, so much of their symbolism in dreams will be similar. But if you watched a chameleon’s skin slowly change color or blend into the background...

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To dream of any black animal is unfortunate, for these are associated with evil spirits (Artemidorus); the Chinese attach cspecial misfortune to the symbol of the black cat. American Indians...

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Keys are symbols of power, freedom and solutions. In the I-Ching (ancient Chinese Oracle), the keeper of keys is the one who contains wisdom and wealth in great measure. You...

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Withdrawing because you are too sensitive and too easily injured, while at the same time being “prickly” and ready for some cunning attack. According to early Christian understanding (the most...

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Pursue goals more directly, or a detour is necessary.The detour may represent the quickest road to your goal.(The Chinese say, “If you want to make haste, make a detour.”)

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A Chinese appetizer filled with vegetables and meat, a fried wonton may signify creating a gift or project that is filled with good things, wrapped attractively to entice a customer.

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A path in a dream can indicate the direction that we should take spiritually.The idea that there is a path in life resonates with chinese thought, which calls the tao...

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Loss of property is augured here, a plausible interpretation from the gypsy standpoint, while the Freudian erotic meaning is less obvious.

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Strength and thought. Hair is highly valued by most cultures.It is symbol of vanity, security, sensuality, sexual appeal, and of youth. In some cultures women are not allowed to show...

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A machine may well represent the machinations of life, which would be interpreted as the ‘life process’. In chinese medicine ch’i or spiritual energy flows in certain ways around the...

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Spiritually the apple is the fruit of temptation, yet it is also a magical fruit containing the seeds of knowledge and awareness.An apple suggests a new beginning and a freshness...

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(see Animals)Swift, agile movement.The deer is an excellent guide through any figurative forests in your life.Buddhist: A representation of the Wheel of Law in action. Also symbolizes meditation and gentility.A...

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A spiral upward may represent progress and advancement.If it is downward, however, it expresses despair and failure.According to Chinese feng shui mystical tradition, the spirals are auspicious symbols that encourage...

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Weapons are often seen as phallic symbols and a stabbing, penetrating knife can represent violent male sexuality. Guns are another image of aggressive male sexuality with the added orgasmic symbolism...

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All birds are messengers and the rooster has a very specific message that it brings. Its crowing signals that the day has begun.If a rooster appears in your dream, a...

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All snakes relate to change and transformation due to their ability to shed their skins.The cobra is a particularly venomous snake that is most remarkable for its ability to expand...

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If the snake bit you In this case, the snake likely has less to do with others in your life, and more to do with you specifically, your health. The...

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1. From a freudian perspective, sports serves as an arena for acting out sexual drives.2. A projection of how one plays the game of life.3. Encourage abuse (sounds like “sock...

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Reptiles in dreams are as dangerous as in real life.To see one snake denotes arguments. Two snakes warn that two friends or associates may deceive the dreamer. Various kinds and...

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A lagoon or lake represents our inner world of feeling and fantasy.It is the unconscious side, which is a rich source of power when it can be accessed and understood.The...

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