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Thieves / Theft Dream Meaning

Witnessing a theft or an attempted theft may indicate that others are stealing time, energy, or ideas.

If the dreamer is one of the thieves, the dreamer may be usurping the value of others and needs to avoid overstepping boundaries in regard to time, ideas, or other elements of value. (See also: Burglar, Robbery, Stealing). [1]

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  1. Dream Symbols in The Dream Encyclopedia by James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver [Back to dream]

What does Thieves / Theft mean in a dream?


Witnessing a theft or an attempted theft may indicate that others are stealing time, energy, or ideas.If the dreamer is one of the thieves, the dreamer may be usurping the...

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Dreaming about burglars can represent anxiety about someone taking something away. Less obviously, a dream burglar can be a neglected part of ourselves. (See also Robbery, Stealing, Thieves / Theft).

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Being robbed of one’s valuables may indicate that the dreamer is experiencing an identity crisis or a loss in his or her life (e.g., a divorce, serious illness, or some...

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To steal in a dream could indicate that the dreamer is deprived and the neediness can be fulfilled where the stealing takes place—e.g., at home, the office, or school. (See...

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To see a thief stealing your belongings in a dream means that you are afraid of losing your possessions, whether sentimental, material, or work- related. For example, a work mate...

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To dream of wielding this is a warning against thieves.

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Loss through thieves, a dream of warning (Gypsy).

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A warning in order to prevent the theft

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A dream warning against thieves and other insidious persons (Gypsy).

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This is a bad dream if you are robbed, and shows loss of money in any case.See ROBBER.

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This dream foretells theft, jealousy, and rumors, which are the results of this bad omen.

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A warning of impending danger of loss through fire, flood, theft, or carelessness.Take all possible precautions and make sure your insurance is in order.

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This could be a straightforward dream to check out a worrisome medical condition. It could also presage a loss caused by flood, fire, or theft.

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To dream of these mischievous creatures, is ominous of evil; they announce deceit in love, undutiful children, malicious enemies, and an attack by thieves.

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To dream of your seeing a kite, showeth you shall be in danger of thieves and robbers.

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In a dream, whether it be a human or an animal, creeping means a theft, spying or eavesdropping.

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1. A hint to engage in exercise.2. One leads an active life.3. One way to engage in theft and be prepared to flee the scene.

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If the ring is stolen or destroyed his business and livelihood will be disrupted. And he will find himself in straitened circumstances.

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To dream a man carries a falcon upon his fist and walks with it, signifies honor. Also the falcon and the kite signify thieves and robbers.

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Rustling livestock is figurative of theft on the job

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A spirit of divination, related to drug use, murder, theft, and mockery.The python is symbolic of a very large demonic entity capable of killing a person, Acts 16:16

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General Meaning: Treasure is a universal picture of blessing and abundant provision.Positive: To dream that you are digging for treasure, means that you are about to embark on an endeavor...

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To dream of being in a shower of rain, is particularly favorable to lovers, It denotes constancy, affection and a sweet temper; if it be a very heavy rain, accompanied...

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(Candor; Eagle, Enemy, Evil, Imbecile, Thieves) A vulture in a dream represents a stupid, abominable and a lewd person. When seen during a daylight dream, it means a grievous illness....

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If a person dreams his mare as being stolen or dead, the same will happen to his wife.If he sees any defect in her the same is to be expected...

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If you dreamed of paying wages, you are likely to have an opportunity in the near future to make an advantageous change; if your dream featured receiving wages, it is...

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If a person sees his weapon as stolen or snatched from him or broken or ruined it denotes the weakening of his power and strength.The same is the case. Where...

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If your dream concerned observing something being protected by guards, it portends a loss through carelessness or theft, so be sure your insurance is in order.To dream of being on...

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(see Animals)Getting into things that you’re not supposed to. Raccoons are notorious and rather adept thieves.A curious demeanor, eager for exploration. These are common traits of the raccoon.The raccoon’s mask...

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(Sing. Jinni) A creation from a smokeless fire. Among the Jinn, some are believers while others are satans. This is in contrast to human beings who are created from earth...

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Luck both good and ill; to eat onions augurs receiving money, discovery of lost or stolen articles; a faithful but hasty sweetheart. Also attacks from thieves and failure of crops.To...

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D; Mercury is the god Ilermes—the “winged messenger.” He is also the patron of thieves and shopkeepers. This planet stands for your financial situation or talents. Mercury is also responsible...

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To dream of any kind of night birds, as the owl, bittern, and bat, is ominous, and those who have such dreams should undertake no business on the day following....

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For a man to dream that he has procured a good situation in a warehouse, denotes that by plodding perseverance he shall be able to gain the esteem and confidence...

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If you were kid- napped in your dream, you are likely to be embar- rassed by the company you have been keeping; a change of companions would probably be bene-...

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A safe is an impenetrable structure designed to keep that which you value safe and free from theft. As a symbol, it represents the desire to protect something you treasure...

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To dream of deep ditches, steep mountains, rocks and other eminences, surely foretells danger and misfortune: expect thieves to rob your dwelling; that your children will be undutiful and bring...

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lucky numbers: 03-05-10-12-13-18articles made from: rebel ion among relatives; stick to your honor among those thieves. erasing writing with a: uncertainty in your own actions threatens the effect of other’s...

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lucky numbers: 03-06-23-29-36-45for a lost object: family dishonor can be rectified. something: infidelity cannot be recovered from. others: wil prate about what you wish were in your life. own house...

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lucky numbers: 03-34-39-42-52-54buying a: are industrious in a tricky situation. of a: beware of talkative thieves who alienate you from your love. raking leaves: a wedding to occur soon to...

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Hands symbolize building, healing, and praying. Clasped hands depict unity and completeness or agreement. One can “give a hand” to help and to soothe. Negative connotations of this symbol include...

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In a dream, a stork represents sociable and sharing people. However seeing a flock of storks gathering in the wintertime in a dream means a meeting of thieves and highway...

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Psychological / emotional perspective: When we feel emotionally secure and safe against any loss we may dream of insurances or of trying to take out insurance. While to insure our...

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The mask is a symbol of concealment involving deception. This applies to the dreamer wearing a mask in order to withhold a past action from somebody very important to the...

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This is an unfavorable dream if you are drunk on heavy liquors, indicating profligacy and loss of employment. You will be disgraced by stooping to forgery or theft.If drunk on...

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lucky numbers: 02-18-25-31-32-51coming down: wil be condemned for carelessness. going up the: support from your superior in your advancement. marble: wil be forced to do something against your wil ....

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In a dream, an owl represents a tyrant ruler, or a haughty and a dangerous thief who works alone without helpers.An owl in a dream also means being unemployed, or...

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(Azan, Muezzin) Hearing the call to prayers in a dream denotes the pilgrimage season or announces its holy months. It also may indicate backbiting, a theft, announcing a major move...

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Dreaming of a black or brown rat is a sign of illness or treachery ahead. In European tradition, rats are associated with theft of foodstuffs and the spread of disease,...

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Symbol: The raven is smart and cunning, but usually a harbinger of bad luck.Vision: Seeing a raven: hostility and misfortune are on the way. Sometimes the dream refers to possible...

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lucky numbers: 04-08-35-44-45-48being attacked by a: secret enemies seek your destruction. chased by a: friends save you from scandal. frightened by a: are so anxious that you wil be robbed...

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To dream of gold, is a very good omen; it denotes success in your present undertakings, after experiencing some little difficulties. If you receive gold in bars, you will inherit...

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(zool.) By God’s leave, a bat was one of the many signs of God’s prophet Jesus son of Marry, upon both of them be peace. In a dream, a bat...

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lucky numbers: 05-07-30-38-40-43beautiful coat, with a: beware of the deceit of seductive charms. buying a: be on close lookout for other’s potential y dangerous activities. catching a, in a trap:...

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(Fire worshipper, Magi, Magus, Mazdaism, Sorcerer) Seeing an old man worshipping fire in a dream means facing a person who cares little about obliterating his enemy. Seeing oneself worshiping fire...

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(Seeds, Terebinth, Tree) Pine trees and their fruit in a dream mean loneliness and bewilderment during travels. Climbing a pine tree in a dream means triumph, success and hearing good...

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To dream you are in a dairy, skimming the cream off the milk, and that your sweetheart partakes of the cream, denotes him inclined to luxury. But if he drinks...

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What we value; one’s potential, energy or personal resources; personal potency, therefore links with sexuality and self-giving; what we pay for our desires or actions—I told my husband a few...

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A cat in a dream represents a book of records, one’s share from a business, an inheritance, or his work.A cat in a dream also means shunning off one’s husband,...

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lucky numbers: 04-22-33-35-36-45being a swordsman: your distinction wil be menaced by indifference. being wounded by a: there is great danger at the hands of the impassioned law. by an acquaintance:...

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It is reported that a person came to Imaam Muhammad bin Sireen (RA) and said: “O Imaam! I dreamt that I was proclaiming the athaan!” The Imaam interpreted the dream...

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lucky numbers: 01-05-13-14-21-25being in company of an army adjutant: wil be respected by neighborhood. high-ranking adjutant, a: friends wil be advantageous but not remunerative. cavalry, of a: unreturned affection wil...

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(Burrow, Hole, Underground passage) In a dream, a tunnel represents trickery and deception. Ifone sees himselfdigging a tunnel or a hole for someone else in a dream, it means tricking...

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With the ability to fly, birds have always referred to freedom and spirituality. The flight across the boundless sky means that some aspect of your psyche provides fullness, restoration, and...

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A brilliant moon prognosticates: to a wife, love and good health; to a husband, increase in wealth. New moon: advancement in business; waning, death of a great man; a halo...

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(zool. Starling) A swallow in a dream represents money, a blessed man, a blessed woman, or an intelligent and a learned boy. Catching a swallow in a dream means seizing...

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tzool. Bird) Acrane in a dream represents a poor, meek and a weak person. Catching a crane in a dream means marrying a girl from a family of despicable characters....

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(Insect) In a dream, a fly represents a weak, lowly and a slanderous person.If he ever benefits anyone, it will be someone of his own kind. Eating flies in a...

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(Creation, Lower world, Material, Woman) In a dream, the world represents a woman, and a woman represents the world, Ifone sees himselfdeparting from this world in a dream, it means...

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lucky numbers: 10-19-26-34-48-49back of your home, at the: disputes between sisters turns malicious. blocked, a: a determined denial of sight. breaking a glass: trouble is ahead; form your response. broken,...

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General Meaning: What you need to survive both spiritually and physically.• Positive: To dream or have a vision of being fed speaks of the Lord providing your needs. This may...

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General Meaning: Your ability to sustain and strengthen yourself through your own will.Positive: Before the days of airplanes and cars, your best bet was to find yourself a healthy horse...

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(The eight heavens, Firmament, Planets, Skies) If one sees himself dwelling in the lower heaven, and if he qualifies, it means that he will be appointed at a ministerial office,...

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