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Washing Dream Meaning

Dream interpretation from 24 unique sources about Washing

If you wash yourself in dreams it means you need to “cleanse” certain aspects of your personality, since you harbor feelings of guilt. On the contrary, these images could also mean that matters that are worrying you are beginning to clear up. An important detail: if you are washing clothes or a personal item, it is your emotional and intimate relationships that require cleaning.

If you wash dishes, it indicates spiritual purity that nourishes you.

If you was someone else, it shows your desire for that person to heal. (See also: WATER)

To wash clothes or rags of white linen is a very promising dram. To wash yourself is also a good omen, as long as it is with clear, clean water. Stained clothing, however, predicts bad luck.

If you take a bath while clothed, it signifies coming deceptions. [1]

If you are washing yourself, or someone or something else in a dream using water, this suggests the cleansing of negative feelings such as despair or self- doubt. Is it time to clean up your act or perhaps get started on a project you have been postponing? Dreams of washing your hair suggest you are thinking of changing your attitude or the way you present yourself to others; if you are washing a vagina or penis, it could mean that you are dealing with the results of a pent-up sexuality, whilst if you are washing your hands, you may be trying to get rid of feelings about something you have done or been involved with.

If you dream of hanging up washing, it suggests that you are allowing change to come into your life, as well as letting other people see your new attitudes. [2]

Getting rid of negative feelings such as despair or self doubt, fears about health—neurotic phobias about one’s own wholeness. Washing hair: changing one’s attitude; alter­ing the way one thinks about something or one’s viewpoint. Washing vagina, penis: clearing negative sexual feelings; deal­ing with the results of pent up sexuality or reproductive drive. Hanging up washing: allowing change to come into one’s life; letting other people see one’s new attitudes. In a mother’s dream: may refer to caring for the family emotionally. Wash­ing hands: getting rid of feelings about something you have done or been involved in. Idioms: all come out in the wash; lost in the wash; it won’t wash; wash dirty linen in public; wash one’s hands of.

See also: soap; bath. [3]

When some type of washing occurs in a dream, you are cleansing or clearing out something that no longer serves you.

The primary symbolic meaning for any kind of bathing connects to this desire to be clean and available for social interaction with others. This can connect to unconscious feelings of dirtiness that are both literal and metaphorical. There may be ways in which you are feeling unclean and in need of purification. Anything that involves water in a dream is going to connect somehow to issues of emotions. Using water to bathe might point to a need or desire to immerse yourself in the realm of your feelings in order to cleanse yourself of the pain that life sometimes brings. [4]

See also: Water

1- Dreaming of washing either oneself, or for instance, clothes, suggests getting rid of negative feelings. We may need to change our attitude, either internally or externally. Washing other people touches on our need to care for others.

2- Since water is a symbol for emotion and the unconscious, washing stands for achieving a relationship with our emotional selves and dealing successfully with the results.

3- A spiritual clcansing may be necessary in order to preserve the dreamer’s integrity. [5]

For a man to dream he washes or bathes himself in baths or wash-houses, signifies riches prosperitv, and health to the sick. But to dream he washes or Lathes himself, contrary to the common custom or use, or in his clothes, is evil, and betokens sickness and great danger. To dream that you wash in fountains, ponds, or running water, and in fair and clear floods, is good, but not that you swim, for that is a sign of danger and sickness : washing is a sure sign of a removal. [6]
Vision: Washing hands: you are feeling remorse because of something you did. Washing dirt)’ things: others caused problems, because they insisted on something that was wrong. Washing yourself or taking a bath: traits that “stain” your character need to be removed.

See also: Bathing, Soap, Water.

Depth Psychology: Dreams about washing are a reminder to “wash away” bad habits.

See also: Laundry. [7]

1. To dream that one is washing one’s face and/or hands in a washbowl signifies that the dreamer will be consumed with passion for someone close to him/her.

2. To dream that one is washing one’s feet signifies that the dreamer will change his/her line of work and undertake a more fruitful venture. [8]

A symbol for cleansing as in Tub, Shower, Bath, Sauna. In alchemy, being blackened is followed by washing; chaotic situations are followed by cleansing (from guilt feelings). Washing of the hands is a sign of innocence. [9]
Dreams of washing are about healing, detoxing, and releasing negativity, so that you may start again, fresh, cleansed and renewed. Also, this dream may be giving you the message that it is time to clean up your act.

See also: Cry. [10]

Psychological / emotional perspective: Since water is a symbol for emotion and the unconscious, washing stands for achieving a relationship with our emotional selves and dealing successfully with the results. [11]
A spiritual cleansing may be necessary in order to preserve our integrity, such as before a magical ritual. Such an image will often arise spontaneously as our knowledge increases. [12]
If you dream of washing yourself, it is an indication that you will be thought well of by most members of the opposite sea, and may look forward to a happy married life. [13]
If you dream of washing yourself in a bath or shower, or in a pond, you need time to yourself to relax from a recent period of emotional stress. [14]
To dream that you are washing yourself, signifies that you pride yourself on the numberless liaisons you maintain.

See also: Wash Bowl or Bathing. [15]

Washing oneself may represent cleaning away the dirt and debris of unhappy experiences or emotions in the dreamer’s life. [16]
To dream of washing oneself denotes good after an illness, a change for the better (Gypsy). [17]
(hands, body, or feet) symbolic of cleansing from sin, Ex. 30:19 21, Ps. 26:6, Jn. 13:8 [18]
A dream of difficulties ahead, probably connected with friends or with your home life. [19]
1. Renewal/ Being born again or need to be born again (clothes washing); Joel 2:13 [20]
lucky numbers: 13-17-18-20-23-28

body: wil suffer through a misjudgment of immoral conduct.

clear water, in: wil enjoy many pleasures in life, with minor setbacks.

dishes: friends wil visit at your home in the midst of an argument.

face, your: a welcome relationship is on the horizon.

feet: anxiety over where you have been.

food: may have to pocket your pride to rid yourself of another’s pol uting your character.

hair or beard: sorrow interrupted by a short-lived euphoria.

hands in cold water: contentment, a purifying stil ness.

hot: others blame you for your success.

linen: feel you are sleeping with the enemy.

machine: are on the road to bettering yourself.

window: a service wil be rendered by an unknown person. [23]

(Brass polisher, Dishwasher, Washer) Adishwasher or a brass polisher in a dream represent an interior decorator, or someone who beautifies and embellishes people’s properties, or one who attracts people to himself.

A washer in a dream is also interpreted as a righteous man, a gnostic, a preacher, a teacher, or one who polishes people’s hearts with his admonitions.

(Also seeWasher) [24]

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Sources and Authors

  1. The Big Dictionary of Dreams by Martha Clarke [Back to dream]
  2. The Element Encyclopedia by Theresa Cheung [Back to dream]
  3. A Guide to Dreams and Sleep Experiences by Tony Crisp [Back to dream]
  4. Complete Dictionary of Dreams by Dr. Mıchael Lennox [Back to dream]
  5. Ten Thousand Dream Dictionary by Pamela Ball [Back to dream]
  6. The Mystic Dream Book by Stephen Girard [Back to dream]
  7. Dreamers Dictionary by Garuda [Back to dream]
  8. New American Dream Dictionary by Joan Seaman - Tom Philbin [Back to dream]
  9. Little Giant Encyclopedia by Klaus Vollmar [Back to dream]
  10. Strangest Dream Explanations by Dream Explanations - Anonymous [Back to dream]
  11. Dream Meanings of Versatile by Versatile - Anonymous [Back to dream]
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  17. The Fabric of Dream by Katherine Taylor Craig [Back to dream]
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  20. Dream Dictionary The Biblical Model by Vincent Wienand [Back to dream]
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  22. A Dictionary of Dream Symbols by Eric Ackroyd [Back to dream]
  23. Zolar’s Book of Dreams Numbers and Lucky Days by Zolar [Back to dream]
  24. Islamic Dream Interpretation by Ibn Seerin [Back to dream]

What does Washing mean in a dream?


Vision: Washing hands: you are feeling remorse because of something you did. Washing dirt)’ things: others caused problems, because they insisted on something that was wrong. Washing yourself or taking...

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Washing may represent some kind of inner cleaning in which you get rid of attitudes and habits that are holding you back.If you are washing clothes in your dream, this...

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If you dream that the washing machine is plugged in and well functioning, then you have a healthy energetic laundry system. However, if the washing machine is unplugged or malfunctioning,...

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AH the factors, such as the temperature of the water and the articles (or persons) concerned, must be correlated, but as a general guide, washing by hand suggests that you...

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Washing in dreams is a fairly common theme, and almost always relates to something that is troubling or worrying the dreamer in waking life. The harder the hands or body...

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(1) The symbolism may be that of baptism.See Baptism.(2) If the imagery of bathing or washing yourself recurs in your dreams, then almost certainly it indicates neurotic guilt-feelings.(3) Otherwise, and...

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(Undertaker) If one sees a deceased person washing himself before burial in a dream, it means relief for one’s dependents and increase of their wealth after him. Washing a deceased...

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In a dream, soap represents the washing away of one’s sins, dispelling distress and adversities, or paying one’s debts. Seeing a soap boiler inside one’s house in a dream represents...

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Washing dishes with Dawn may comment on a revelation or inspiration coming through the simple and mundane acts of life. It may suggest that you just came up with a...

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lucky numbers: 09-11-16-23-28-37ordinary, an: wil have a smal , unimportant argument. rough material, made of: unknown person wil give you good advice. throwing away a: be careful of heart condition....

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A fresh start or a new beginning (or a desire for one).“Washing away” something unwanted (such as nuisances or self-defeating thoughts).A desire or need to “clean house” in your physical...

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If hygiene is an issue in your dream or you feel dirty in some way, your dream may be commenting on an unpleasant past experience whose influence you can’t quite...

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(Dirt) Dirty hair, a soiled garment, or a filthy body in a dream mean distress and worries. Dirty clothing in a dream mean sins.If the dirt comprises oil or grease...

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If a sick person sees an undertaker washing and shrouding him in a dream, it means his death or relief from his agony.An undertaker in a dream also means payment...

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Vision: Looking at soap: take better care of your reputation and appearance. Seeing soap bubbles: you are living too much in fantasy land. Washing your hands with soap: you feel...

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Shrouding the body of a deceased person in a dream is a cause of happiness for a sad person and repentance for a sinner. Ifsomeone sees himself brokering on behalf...

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As in Washing, Tub, Shower, Bath, Sauna.A symbol of cleanliness and purity.

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1. Restoration ministry;2. Place to hang clothes on; psalm 51:7.

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Plans or conditions are obscured by the “muddy waters” of emotional indecision. Solutions or new directions may become clear by washing away mud from shoes or a roadway.

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A baptismal font is a symbol both of acceptance into a spiritual life and of a washing away of the past and of initiation into a new way of being.

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To dream that you are washing your car, or going through a car wash, foretells that any troubles you are currently having will soon pass.

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lucky numbers: 24-30-36-37-38-42being unable to stretch something: postponement of success. of: wil play a solo on an instrument. others, ropes: another person received what you desired. something after washing it:...

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(Destruction, Harvest) To impel one’s animal to drive faster in a dream means heeding admonition.(Also see Washing)

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A gjri who dreams of bathing or washing her hands or feet in a basin will make many good friends of both scacs.

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Squeezing a botde of Joy dish soap in a dream may mention the need to put some joy into the simple things in life.

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1. Cleansing;2. Purification;3. Applying the Word;4. Needing conversion (all of body washed);5. Daily confession (washing parts of the body) John 13:4-15.

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(Ablution, Ghusul, Ritual ablution, Wash)A ritual bath (arb. Ghusul. Islamic Law) is customarily performed on a festival day, or before the Friday congregational prayers, before starting a pilgrimage, after recovering...

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(arb. Junub. Astate ofritual impurity that inhibits performance of one’s prayers. Feces, Semen, Urine) In a dream, to be in a state of ritual impurity means that one is avoiding...

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A sleeping cat means that someone is plotting against you.A cat washing itself means you need to get your affairs in order.A cat walking or running is a sign of...

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A symbol of the sacrifice of Christ on the cross, Matt. 26:28. Washing in blood is a symbol of exacting vengeance, Ps. 58:10

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Washing hair with shampoo may suggest that you clean out dead psychic energy’ in order to free personal power. Shampooing may also mention that it is time to get someone...

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To dream that you are sweeping or washing the Floor is a bad omen for business success. You will not be fortunate, though your losses may not amount to a...

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Washing a deceased person with boiling water in a dream means that the latter is already sufferingfrom hell in his own grave.(Also see Hot water)

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Rain is a natural element of cleansing. Because it is essential to plant growth, rain is a symbol of fertility. In a dream, rain may indicate a new direction of...

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The container for carrying laundered clothes may express your readiness to bring out new attitudes proudly.A laundry basket may also carry those negative attitudes to the washing machine to be...

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Dreams of a shower denote cleansing, releasing, healing and that you are washing down the drain that which that no longer serves you. Dreams of a shower can also denote...

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A symbol dependent on the circumstances of the dream.If you see a happy, smiling face, then pleasures and good times lie ahead.If you see a sad or frowning face, then...

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Where this quality is indicated in any form except where cieaning is done for hire, it is an omen of an improvement in existing conditions. Cleaning house portends a welcome...

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You wear brilliant clothes: your future looks brilliant • You are washing or dying garment: you’ve made a good life-changing decision • Your garment is torn: your wife is looking...

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If you dream of clean feet, then you have pure intentions.If the feet are dirty, then your dream is telling you to release your non-supportive thoughts, beliefs and feelings.The washing...

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Dreams of a sink represent that you are purifying, cleansing, and washing away undesirable energy. Consider that this dream may be word play for being in sync with life, with...

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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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Vision + Depth Psychology: Washing sheets means trying to make a quick decision about a very important matter, bringing order to your affairs. Sleeping in pure white sheets: a harmonious...

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Grounding, balance. Nerve centers and reflex points are in the feet, vital to conducting energy, balancing and healing the body.If injured on left, you are not allowing yourself to receive.If...

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Vision: Dreaming about clean laundry is a sign of good health and a prosperous future. Dim* laundry: your relationship is in doubt—you are acting carelessly. Seeing laundry on a line...

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Universal Landscape: A process of creating socially acceptable states of being.Dreaming Lens: Were you bathing or was someone else? What types of structures were involved? Were you in a private...

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