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Wild Animal Attack Dream Meaning

When children begin school they often dream of wild animals attacking, such as lions, bulls, alligators and bears. Wild animals tend to reflect a person or situation that is upsetting the child. For example, a child may be worried about parents who are constantly fighting, and this fear can be symbolized as a bear fight. Or a child may be frightened by a strict head teacher, who subsequently appears in their dreams as a mean lion. [1]

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  1. The Element Encyclopedia by Theresa Cheung [Back to dream]

What does WILD ANIMAL ATTACK mean in a dream?


When children begin school they often dream of wild animals attacking, such as lions, bulls, alligators and bears. Wild animals tend to reflect a person or situation that is upsetting...

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Something wild (such as an animal or a wilderness area) might represent: Untouched or unaffected by society or its rules.Instincts, unpredictability, or other characteristics you associate with being wild.See Chaos

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Dreams of an animal symbolize that you are connecting with your wild side, basic instincts and survival needs. Consider the type of animal.See Zoo.

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If a person sees himself as hunting a wild animal it means he will acquire wealth and booty-whether the hunted animal is a male for female.

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The willingness and ability to track and trap a wild animal indicates one has great confidence and courage.

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If one is being attacked in a dream, it can reflect feelings about something threatening in one’s environment. Defensiveness.The same kind of dream can mean feeling threatened by one’s own...

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The symbol of a deep-rooted instinct or the beast within you. Freud suggested that dreams of wild animals represented our most sensual passions, and sometimes the ‘evil instincts’ that lie...

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Wild animals in dreams represent our basic instincts and urges such as lust, fear and anger - the deep emotions that we are taught to repress.• Dreams provide a safe...

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Vision: A predator animal in women’s dreams is always a sign of unconscious sexual urges.A large, beautiful predator refers to sexual “hunger” (beware!). Small wild animals indicate that you are...

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Symbolize our own traits, good and bad. When you see an animal doing something in your dreams it usually represents a bad trait. As it is far easier for us...

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If you are being attacked in your dreams, this suggests you are feeling threatened in some way, perhaps by your own impulses, or perhaps by other people and their attitude...

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Attack or aggression.Strength.Tenacity.Acting with stealth or anonymity.The unknown.The subconscious mind or something within it.The idea of something “suddenly coming out of nowhere,” or your ability to react to unpredictable events.A...

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1. If attacked by a person, one’s unconscious mind is sens­ing danger and sending a warning.2. If attacked by an animal, see “animal(s).” 3. If successful in repelling any attack,...

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Neither pets nor wild creatures, agricultural animals often represent personal traits that you may have tamed to a certain extent, although there is always the risk that they will escape...

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To see wild animals caged suggests that you are in control of your instincts.If you are in the cage with them, it could suggest a need to break free from...

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Depends on your feelings for the particular animal (for typical meaning see the specific type).A helpful animal normally represents the instinctive self. Look at your feelings and beliefs about this...

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(Forest, Hidden, Manifest, Woods) Eating wild plants in the wilderness in a dream represents hard earned money. Wild plants are also interpreted as a person whose goodness is hidden and...

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In a dream, wild thyme means hoarding money, or it could mean virility and rejuvenation of one’s sexual appetite. In a dream, wild thyme also means continuous blessings, power, a...

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The wild boar in dreams, signifies a furious enemv, well-furnished with all things necessary. And thus, if any one dreams he has hunted or taken a wild boar, he will...

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Universal Landscape: Sudden and destructive impact of a wounded heart.Dreaming Lens: Did you have a heart attack? Did someone else have a heart attack in your dream? What was the...

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To dream of tracking and killing wild game denotes shrewd business dealings and a high probability of success.To dream of missing the animal shows you will have much loss and...

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Dreams of a cage symbolize that you are feeling trapped, smothered, stuck, powerless and/or victimized. Perhaps you have a desire to break out, leave, fight or flee the situation you...

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Keeping to yourself.Cycles or seasons.Sleep or dreaming.Something that’s subconscious or that happens without your awareness.Low-key activity or “staying under the radar.” Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or...

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A dream of being attacked by a leopard presages an accident. Seeing this wild animal in captivity indicates that you will be able to overcome a serious obstacle.

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lucky numbers: 02-08-09-19-40-47burned, a: wil suffer adversities in remedying your past misjudgments. curly: the joke is on you. cutting your: wil be guilty of foolish actions; guard your tongue. having...

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Psychological / emotional perspective: Dreaming of eating may denote that we lack some basic nutrient or feedback in our lives.To not eat or refuse food indicates an avoidance of growth...

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To dream of participating in bestiality with an animal larger than yourself indicates a feeling of powerlessness within a sexual relationship, and an unconscious desire to dominate a partner whom...

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Solitary.Stealthy or silent.Instinctive.Opportunistic.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone or something you associate with the quality or animal.Consider also...

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Fierce.Independent.Volatile or easy to anger.Stubborn.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone or something you associate with the quality or...

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Dreams of a barn symbolize a storehouse for your animal instincts, power and resources. Perhaps you are feeling the need to restrain your wild side.See Chakra (1st & 2nd) and...

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Responsibility.Innocence.Playfulness.Optimism.Unconditional love.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone or something you associate with the quality or animal.Consider also the...

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Taming a wild animal may symbolize bringing some aspect of the unconscious - for example, an unruly instinct, or a repressed and therefore mutinous emotion - under conscious control.

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A jungle is a symbol of the unconscious. Its wild inhabitants are probably neglected, disorderly, possibly mutinous ‘animal’ or instinctual drives, and repressed guilt-feelings and fears.

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Tenacity or perseverance.The ability to dig and keep digging until you get to the bottom of things (or to the truth).Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not...

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Strength through gentleness and moderation.Ruggedness.Sturdiness.Ability to persevere.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone or something you associate with the...

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Clever or resourceful.Sly or wily.Shifty or elusive.Having a misleading charm or ulterior motive.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone...

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Solitary, or comfortable being alone.Silent or secretive.The idea of nonverbal communication.Instinctive.Independent.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone or something...

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The wild goat conveys an idea of freedom and agility. The male goat represents sexual potency. Some people associate this animal to the devil. The latter, of course, has negative...

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Aggressiveness, assertiveness, or a no-nonsense attitude.Virility or masculinity.Strength or force.Tenacity or stubbornness.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone or...

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Responsibility.Innocence.Your inner child or playfulness.Taking time for yourself, having fun, or nurturing yourself or your sense of play.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one...

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The power of observation and perceptiveness.Quick response.Skittishness.Sensitivity or vulnerability to your environment.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone or...

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Fun or playfulness.Intuition.Tuning into non-verbal communication or cues.Connecting with someone who’s different from yourself, or the willingness or ability to do so.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or...

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Having the strength to carry a responsibility or burden.Carrying baggage.Expressing your opinions, preferences, or distastes.Standing up for yourself.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one...

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A feeling of freedom from rules.Not worrying what others think.Nourishment (physical, emotional, mental, or spiritual).Intelligence.Happiness.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities,...

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Belonging, or finding where you belong.One of the crowd.The idea of being a “follower” or going along with others.Benign.Minding your own business.Fitting in or “blending in” with others.Dreaming of this...

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A hamster, gerbil, or other similar animal can represent: The idea of “storing up” or “saving for later” (such as memories or money).Isolating yourself, or having time to yourself.Nosy, or...

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Humans have been dreaming about animals for ages. It has been speculated that some of the ancient cave paintings of animals may perhaps be dream images from cave dwellers whose...

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Grabby, stingy, or needy.Holding onto something or someone.Grumpiness or irritability.Emotionally well-protected or distanced.Defensiveness, or defending yourself.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those...

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Responsibility.Protectiveness or security.Unconditional love.Loyalty.Friendship or companionship.Your inner child.An actual dog in your life.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone...

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Graceful strength.Versatile.Noble.Kindness, charity, justice, or protection (based on the fraternal organization associated with this name).Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities,...

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To see a wild man in your dream, denotes that enemies will openly oppose you in your enterprises.To think you are one foretells you will be unlucky in following out...

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If violence or negative actions are directed against you in your dream, you may be punishing yourself in some way or feel guilty about something.Alternatively, you may be feeling vulnerable.If...

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Stealthy, slippery.Questioning your or someone else’s motives.The element of surprise, or waiting for the best timing in order to be most effective.Flexible or adaptable.Dreaming of this animal can represent too...

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Opportunism, or ready to take advantage of an opportunity.Scavenging, or making use of what’s available, whatever you can find, or others’ work (since jackals are scavengers).Alone time, or contentment with...

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Strength.Ferocity or tenacity.Consumption (such as of food, products, or attention).Ambition.Ability or desire to survive.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or...

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(Antelope, Gemsbok, Wild cow, Wild gazelle, Wild goat) In a dream, all kinds of genus oryx of the wild large African and Asian antelopes with long and straight horns represent...

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Self-protection.Indifference to your environment.Being impervious to or unaffected by outside events (such as changes or others’ actions or opinions).Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of...

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Guarding or strengthening yourself against attack or intrusion.Protection or insurance.Preparing for the future.Preemptive action to avoid a problem later.A feeling or fear of attack somewhere in your life.See Injection

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Speed in moving ahead or making progress.Quickness (such as quick to react, judge, etc.).Fear or anxiety.Watchfulness or vigilance.Gracefulness.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one...

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Gentle, docile, unassuming, innocent, or harmless.Feeling contented with the simple things in life.Vulnerability, or susceptibility to others or the surrounding environment.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not...

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Busy-ness or multitasking.Going in many directions at once (lots of different thoughts, activities, etc.).Approaching a problem from many different angles.Grabby (literally or figuratively).Dreaming of this animal can represent too much...

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Light-heartedness, playfulness, or joy.Activity or productivity.Curiosity.Well-adapted to a particular environment (perhaps one you consider to be outside the norm).Ability to maneuver through situations or around obstacles.Dreaming of this animal can...

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Dreams of leather are symbolic of instinctive, primitive feelings and that you are bringing out your untamed inner animal.If you are wearing leather, then this represents connection to your wild...

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Perceived threat or ill will.The advantage of stealth.Defense.Self-defense or standing up for yourself.Toxic emotion or thoughts.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those...

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Large or bulky.Obvious.Hiding aspects of yourself (thoughts, opinions, motives, physical self) or not communicating or revealing everything about yourself (as hippos are sometimes seen submerged in water.) Dreaming of this...

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Unpredictability.Self-protection.Criticism or “biting” comments (due to hyenas’ very strong jaws).Watching, observing, or vigilance.Laughter or taunting.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities,...

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Disguise, misleading appearances, or masking your true personality.Stealth or hiding.Opportunism.Hygiene (physical, emotional, mental, or spiritual).Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities,...

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Fearlessness.Tenacity.Being proactive.Loyalty or steadfastness.Family, connection, or mutual support.Wildness or freedom.Spirit, essence, or spirituality.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone...

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Ruggedness.Sturdiness.Strength, perhaps through gentleness or moderation.Strength in groups, or finding safety in a crowd.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or...

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Innocence.Sensitivity, heightened awareness, or intuition.Gentleness.Instinct.A stag might represent masculinity, assertiveness, or aggression.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone or...

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