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Tortoise Dream Meaning

Dream interpretation from 11 unique sources about Tortoise

“flic tortoise for most people suggests slowness but also perhaps thoroughness. It also in dreams signifies a shell, that perhaps we or others round us have put up in order to protect or defend ourselves.

The tortoise may of course simply be an image of a pet (See also: Pet) as an object which is loved. It may also however be a symbol for long life.

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. [1]

Psychological / emotional perspective: The tortoise may, of course, simply be an image of a pet as an object that is loved. It may also, however, be a symbol for long life.

For those undertaking esoteric studies, the tortoise in dreams may signify the need to consider chinese systems of belief. [2]

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. Consult the entries for chinese in indigenous peoples and pet as well as the information on reptiles in animals. [3]
Our vulnerable feelings or huns which hide be­hind a defensive shell, perhaps of shyness, introversion or withdrawal—could be anger.

See also: crab; shell; snail; ex­ample of the unofficial Christ in Christ under archetypes; shellfish under fish, sea creatures. [4]

Material aspects: The tortoise for most people suggests slowness but also perhaps thoroughness. It also in dreams signifies a shell that perhaps we – or others round us – have put up in order to protect or defend ourselves. [5]
To dream of a tortoise indicates a need to brave your chances in life. Some opportunities for progress may present itself, but you must take a bold step to prove yourself worthy of a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. [6]
To dream about this slow-moving animal, denotes that you will be annoyed by hearing that many slanderous and false reports are spread abroad about you. [7]
Success through long toil and perseverance (Gypsy). See also: jEsop’s fable of Hare and Tortoise. [8]
1. Sluggish church;

2. Traditional religion; Rev. 3:1-2; Gal. 1:6-7. [9]

One who is slow to act [10]

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Sources and Authors

  1. Ten Thousand Dream Dictionary by Pamela Ball [Back to dream]
  2. Dream Meanings of Versatile by Versatile - Anonymous [Back to dream]
  3. Dream Meanings of Versatile by Versatile - Anonymous [Back to dream]
  4. A Guide to Dreams and Sleep Experiences by Tony Crisp [Back to dream]
  5. Dream Meanings of Versatile by Versatile - Anonymous [Back to dream]
  6. Dream Symbols and Analysis by DreamForth [Back to dream]
  7. The Mystic Dream Book by Stephen Girard [Back to dream]
  8. The Fabric of Dream by Katherine Taylor Craig [Back to dream]
  9. Dream Dictionary The Biblical Model by Vincent Wienand [Back to dream]
  10. Dream Dictionary Unlimited by Margaret Hamilton [Back to dream]
  11. Gypsy Dream Dictionary by Raymond Buckland [Back to dream]

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Dream Keywords: wear, gold, shoes

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Dream Keywords: pins, skin

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Dream Keywords: driving, water, road, went, away

Dream Keywords: giving, friend, hickey

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Dream Keywords: divorced, husband, outside, bedroom, window, calling, name, woke

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