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Cheat
(See Chisel; Crow)
Interpreted by Ibn Sirin
Nasal mucus
(Blowing one’s nose; Snot) In a dream, nasal mucus means a son
or a daughter. To blow one’s nose in someone’s house in a dream means marrying
someone from that family, or betraying the house master by having a secret
affair with his wife. If a mother blows her nose in a dream, it means that she
will wean her child. If the wife of such a friend wipes the nasal mucus of her
husband’s guest in a dream, it means that she will betray her husband and carry
the child of his friend. If one blows his nose in a dream, it also means paying a
debt, or it could mean rewarding someone for a favor. Blowing one’s nose and
using someone’s bed sheet in a dream means betraying him with his wife.
Blowing one’s nose in someone’s handkerchief in a dream means betraying him
with his house servant. Clearing one’s nose from a nasal congestion in a dream
means dispelling distress. Wiping and washing someone else’s nose in a dream
means concealing his secret life in front of his wife. Eating one’s nasal mucus
in a dream means cheating one’s son in his money. A congested nose in a dream
represents a pregnant wife. If a beast or a bird comes out of one’s nose when he
sneezes or blows his nose in a dream, it means that he will beget a son from a
secret affair with a servant or an employee. If a sable comes out of one’s nose
in a dream, it means that he will beget a son who will grow to become a thief.
If a pigeon comes out of his nose in the dream, it means that he will beget a girl
that will grow to be insane. Blowing one’s nose and using one’s own shirt in a
dream means committing adultery with a sacrosanct member of his own family
or a blood relation. If one sees his nose gloppy with mucus in a dream, it means
that his fecundity and sexual appetite will bring him many children. Nasal
mucus in a dream also means an illness, a cold, charity or a will. (Also see Phlegm)
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Crow
(Carrion crow; Cheat; Hooded crow; Jackdow; Raven; Swindle) A crow in
a dream means adultery, narrow-mindedness or concealing one’s evil actions or
intentions. In a dream, a crow also represents a stingy, proud, ostentatious and
an arguing person. Hunting crows in a dream means earning unlawful money
through deceitful actions and corruption. Seeing a crow in a dream also means
a bad omen and particularly if seen in the fields. Seeing a crow standing over
the roof of one’s house in a dream means that one’s wife is having a secret affair
with one of his friends. If a crow speaks to someone in his dream, it means that
he will beget a son who will grow to be a corrupt person. If one sees a crow
speaking to him in a dream, it could mean suffering from depression, then
feeling better thereafter. A crow in a dream also could signify migration, or
separation between beloveds. Eating the flesh of a crow in a dream means
receiving money from thieves. Seeing a crow standing before the courthouse in
a dream means committing an offense and paying the price for one’s crime, or
it could mean killing one’s brother, then regretting it. If one sees a crow digging
the earth in a dream, then it becomes a stronger indication of such a crime. If
a crow scratches someone’s face in a dream, it means dying from an illness or
freezing to death from being lost in a forest during the winter. Receiving a crow
as a gift in a dream means happiness. A hooded crow in a dream represents
longevity, a wealthy person, elderly people or it could represent wonderment
about something when awakened. A crow in a dream is also the messenger of
winter, cold weather and adversities. Seeing a crow descending upon a noble
house means that a corrupt person will marry a noble woman from that house.
Seeing a piebald crow in a dream means an affliction that will befall one’s son.
Owning such a piebald crow in a dream means having a bad son. Slaughtering
such a crow in a dream means receiving news from a distant place. In that sense,
if a piebald crow speaks to someone in a dream, it means begetting a son who
will grow to be a despicable and a corrupt person. Seeing a flock of crows inside
one’s house in a dream means gaining wealth and honor up to the end of one’s
life. It also could represent people who speak ill of others or backbite them. A
crow in a dream also represents a vicious fighter who fights just for himself and
who is keen at acquiring what he wants, or it could represent a grave digger or
bad news, a bad omen, mismanagement of one’s life or business, a longjourney,
trouble, adversities or calling a curse upon someone, adultery or it could
represent someone who mixes good with bad qualities. Seeing a jackdaw in a
dream means a bad crop. Fighting a crow in a dream means fighting someone
of such character. Holding a crow in one’s hand in a dream means self-deception
and pride. A crow inside one’s shop in a dream means a corrupt person in that
company. Hunting crows in a dream means gains from unlawful sources. Seeing
a crow standing over a grave in a dream means that one will die in that place,
or that one will discover something about which he had no knowledge. (Also see
Baby crow; Carrion crow; Raven)
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Chisel
(Cheat; Defraud; Swindle) In a dream, a chisel means using a tool to attain
one’s goal, or using a helper, or it could represent someone who is forced to travel
by unwarranted circumstances or without his consent. A chisel in a dream also
represents someone whose wounds do not heal easily because of his greed, in¬
equity and craving for more. A chisel in a dream also represents one’s assistant,
or one’s penis, or his mouth.
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Rain
(Clouds; Drizzling; Life; Vapor; Water) If no harm or destruction is caused
by a rainstorm in a dream, then it means blessings, profits and mercy. Rain in
a dream also represents life, an earthly being, or fulfillment of a promise. If the
rain falls exclusively on a particular location in a dream, it means sorrow and
distress for its dwellers, or it could mean the loss of a beloved. If one sees rain
falling exclusively over his house in a dream, it means personal blessings.
Otherwise, it he sees it falling over the whole town in the dream, it means
blessings for everyone. Rain falling exclusively over one’s house in a dream also
means that someone will fall sick in that house, or suffer from a debilitating and
excruciating pain. If the skies rain stones or blood in a dream, it means
calamities and punishment for people’s sins. If it rains dust or sand in a dream,
it represents an unjust ruler in that locality. If the skies rain dirt without dust,
it also means prosperity and a good harvest. If a traveller sees rain in a dream,
it means hindrances along his journey. A destructive rainstorm in a dream
denotes dishonesty, cheating with measures, or the spread of sodomy in the
community. Seeing a destructive rainstorm tearing down structures, destroying
homes and pulling down tress in a dream represents a punishment for the
corruption and sins of the dwellers of that place. A good rain in a dream could
mean reconciliation with one’s enemy, or it could mean helping a needy person.
Rain in a dream also represents a caravan of camels, and a caravan of camels
in a dream represents rain. A good rain in a dream also means prosperity,
happiness, refilling wells with rainwater, the gushing forth of springs with
sweet, fresh and pure waters. Rain in a dream also means reviving an old and
a stagnant matter, or it could mean benefits, profits, blessings, relief from
distress, payment of debts, or feeling relief. In a dream, a good rain means
blessings, a good harvest and profits for a farmer. If the skies rain honey, butter,
oil, or food people like in the dream, it means blessings for everyone. Rain in a
dream also represent mercy from God Almighty, a helping hand, knowledge,
wisdom, the Quran, rejuvenation, revival, resurrection and life. If one sees
himself standing under a cover, a roof, or behind a wall to take shelter from a
rainfall in a dream, it means that he may suffer because of someone slandering
him. If the rain falls in season in one’s dream, it means roadblock barring
travels, business losses, inability to get medicine for a sick person because of
one’s poverty, or it could mean imprisonment. If one washes himself in the rain,
or takes a ritual ablution to perform his prayers, or washes his face with it, or
washes away filth in a dream, it means repentance from sin, receiving spiritual
guidance, or abolishing religious innovations and polytheism from one’s heart.
If he is poor, it means that God Almighty will enrich him and satisfy his needs,
or if he needed something from a ruler or a governor, it means that his request
will be answered favorably. Drinking from rainwater and if it is clear and pure
in the dream, it means receiving blessings and benefits. If the water is dirty and
polluted in the dream, it means a sickness. (Also see Water)
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Knife
(Dagger; Kitchen knife) In a dream, a knife represents the servant of the
house or its sire who strives to serve and benefit his family and friends. Its
sharpness represents the effectiveness of his commands, the force by which they
are carried, or one’s magnanimity and distinct personality. If a woman sees
herself carrying a knife, or if she gives someone a knife in a dream, it represents
her love for a famous person. A pencil sharpening knife in a dream represents
an author or a writer. A slaughtering knife in a dream represents a butcher,
while a soldier’s knife means strength and service. If a kindergarten teacher is
seen stealing a knife in a dream, it means that he is tempted by one of his
children, and that he may abuse him. A table knife in a dream represents a lazy
person who does not like to work and who cheats when he does go to work. Using
a table knife in a dream means voidance of a project one supports. A knife in a
dream also implies a proof. A knife in a dream also means acquiring strength
and prosperity at the hands of a servant or an employee. Swallowing a knife in
a dream means depriving one’s son from his inheritance, or stealing his money
or property. If one’s wife is pregnant, then seeing a knife in a dream means that
she will beget a son. If one who is going to appear in court sees himself carrying
a knife in a dream, it means that he will win his case. If one is given a knife as
a gift in a dream, it means that he will beget a son, or have a new brother. If
one is not expecting a son or a brother, then it means that he will receive money
or an inheritance. Cutting one’s hand with a knife in a dream means that one
will see wonders. Sheathing a knife in a dream means getting married. If one
is married, and if his wife is pregnant, then it means that she will beget a boy,
unless if what she carries with her in the dream is more suited for a girl, then
it means that she will give birth to a baby girl. If one needs a witness for a trial,
and if he sees himself carrying a knife in a dream, it means that he will find such
a witness. If the knife is sharpened in the dream, it means that one will find a
true witness. If the knife is dull in the dream, it means that his witness is
shabby, or that his witness may be hurt before the trial. If the knife is sheathed
in the dream, it means that the witness will cowered and the court will be
satisfied with one’s own testimony instead. On the other hand, a knife in a dream
could mean profits, benefits from a brother, a close friend, or a servant.
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Hole
(Deception; Plot; Profits; Fall) Digging a hole, a water well, or an irrigation
and planning to water the plants with them in a dream means attending one’s
needs and serving the interests of his family. Eating from the dirt one piles from
digging in his dream represents a swagger, or someone who acquires money
through deception. Seeing oneself inside a hole in a dream also means divorce.
To see oneself outside of such a hole looking at it in a dream means having an
argument with one’s spouse that will end in reconciliation. If a sick person or
a prisoner sees himself coming out of a hole in a dream, it means that he will
become free from his trials. Falling into a hole and crying for help to no avail
in a dream means taking a short trip. A hole in a dream also represents a poor
woman who strives to cover others pitfalls, though she cannot veil her own.
Hiding inside a hole in a dream also means appeasement of one’s fears, or ending
of one’s adversities. If while hiding, one finds food, or fresh water, or a cloth to
cover himself in the dream, it means profiting from sources one does not
anticipate, or making peace with an opponent. To put a hole in one’s shoe in a
dream means facing trouble and adversities. (Also see Den; Mouse hole; Tunnel)
Holy Book: (Quran; The Last Revelation) In a dream, the Holy Book, or the Quran
represents a king or a judge who deals with Islamic jurisprudence. If a king, a
ruler, or a judge sees that the Holy Book does no longer exist, or if he sees it
burning, or if its contents are washed away in a dream, it means his death. If
one sees a ruler or a governor handwriting a copy of the Holy Book in a dream,
it means that he is a just person who uses the divine laws in making his decision.
If a judge sees himself handwritings copy of the Holy Book in a dream, it means
that he does not share his knowledge, and that he is audacious about his rank
and status. If a religious scholar or a theologian sees himself writing a copy of
Holy Book in a dream, it means that he will profit from a business deal. If one
sees a king, or a ruler swallowing the Holy Book in a dream, it means that he
may die soon. If a judge swallows the Holy Book in a dream, it means that he
accepts bribes. If a ruler sees himself erasing what is written in the Holy Book
in a dream, it means that he will be exiled. If a judge erases what is written in
the Holy Book in a dream, it also means his death. If he erases it by licking it
with his own tongue in a dream, it means that he will commit an awful sin. If
a witness erases it in a dream, it means that he will deny his own testimony.
Carrying the Holy Book, or buying a copy of the Quran in a dream means living
by its criterion. Reading from the Holy Book before God’s Prophet, upon whom
be peace, in a dream means that one will commit himself to memorizing it.
Eating the pages of the Holy Book in a dream means accepting bribes. If a
layman eats the pages of the Holy Book, or few lines from some pages in a dream,
it means that he earns his livelihood from reciting the Holy Quran or teaching
it. Eating the pages of the Holy Book in a dream also means earning one’s
livelihood from copying and selling it. Seeing the Holy Book in a dream also
mans growing in wisdom. Handwriting copies of the Holy Book in a dream
denotes one’s piety, or it could represent a religious scholar who lives by the
book, act by its commands and shares his knowledge with others. Tearing off the
pages of the Holy Book in a dream means ingratitude toward God’s revelations,
or denying God’s favors, or questioning some of them. If one does something to
the Holy Book in his dream that he would abhor to do in wakefulness, it means
that he has lost his religious devotion and faith. Carrying a copy of the Holy Book
in a dream means attaining power and acquiring knowledge. The Holy Book in
a dream also represents a husband, a wife, a son, or wealth. If a sick person sees
it in his dream, it means that he will recover from his illness. If the one who sees
it in his dream is facing an enemy, it means that he will triumph over him. If
he is a sinner, it means that he will repent of his sins and turn to his Lord, or
it could mean that he may receive an inheritance. If one sees himself following
innovations and he recognizes that in his sleep, his dream denotes a warning
from God Almighty. Seeing the Holy Book in a dream also could mean seeing
wonders, witnessing a miracle, hearing news, receiving happy news, or it could
mean longevity for one who browse through it from cover to cover in his dream.
The Holy Book in a dream also represents gardens, heavens, places of worship,
or a person one is commanded to obey, such as a ruler, or a father, a mother, one’s
teacher, or shaikh, or it could mean making a true oath, receiving glad tidings,
admonition or a warning. Seeing the Holy Book or any of the early divine
revelations in a dream means that one may preside over people. If one sees
himself carrying the Holy Book, or even any book of revelations, and if when he
opens it finds the pages blank with no writing inside it in the dream, it means
that he portrays himself to be what he is not, or that he impersonates a scholar,
or pretends to be religious. Kissing the Holy Book in a dream means revering
what it contains and adhering to what it commands. If one looks into the pages
of the Holy Book and finds its lines crooked in a dream, it means that he lives
satisfied with what he has, and fulfills his required duties accordingly. Stealing
a copy of the Holy Book and hiding it in a dream means that one cheats in
performing his own prayers, or fails to do them properly. If one sees himself
looking in the Holy Book, then writing from what he is reading on his own
garment in the dream, it means that he interprets the Quranic revelation
according to his own liking. If one sees a Holy Book sitting in his lap, then if a
chick comes and picks all the words written therein in a dream, it means that
one will beget a child who will memorize and read the Holy Quran as an
inheritance, and benefit from the piety of his father, and as a trust, a lawful
earning and a source of strength in his life. Buying a copy of the Holy Book in
dream means benefits, prosperity and becoming a renowned and a distinguished
religious scholar. If the Holy Book is snatched away from someone’s hands in
a dream, it means that he will lose his knowledge, or perhaps lose his employment.
If one sees himself spreading the pages of the Holy Book on a flat surface in a
dream, it means that he is seeking wisdom which he will get, or that he may
receive an inheritance. If one sees himself putting the Holy Book over his
shoulders in a dream, it means that he will receive an appointment, or be
entrusted with a duty to guard, or that he will memorize the Holy Quran. If one
finds himself trying to eat the pages of the Holy Book in a dream, it means that
he is a regular reader of the Quran. If one sees himself trying to eat the pages
of the holy Book but is unable to do so in a dream, it means that he tries to
memorize the Holy Quran from time to time but keeps forgetting what he
learns. (Also see Quran)
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Pigeon
(Dove; Ringdove; Turtledove) Seeing a pigeon in a dream means glad
tidings. It is also said that God Almighty will accept the prayers of one who sees
pigeons in his dream. In a dream, a pigeon also represents a trustworthy
messenger, a truthful friend, a comforting beloved, a chaste wife, striving to
sustain one's family, or a fertile woman with a large family. The cooing of
pigeons in a dream means lamentation. Pigeons eggs in a dream represent one’s
daughters or female neighbors. A domesticated pigeon in a dream represents a
beautiful woman from Arabia. Pigeon’s nest in a dream represents women’s
parties. Pigeon chicks in a dream represent the boys in a family. Pigeon’s
rumbling or roar in a dream means reproof or censure for a fault. A white pigeon
in a dream means spirituality, a green pigeon represents piety, while a black
pigeon denotes a mastery. A frightened pigeon in a dream means divorce or
death. A landing pigeon in a dream represents the long awaited arrival of a
beloved. Eating pigeon’s meat in a dream means to steal money from one’s own
workers, to defraud them, or to cheat one’s servants. Hunting pigeons in a dream
means earning good money from wealthy people. As for an unwed person, seeing
a pigeon inside his house in a dream means marriage. If a pigeon attacks
someone then flies away with him in a dream, it means that happiness and joy
will enter his life. However, doves in a dream may represent death. If one sees
himself throwing something at a pigeon in a dream, it means that he slanders
a woman, or writes secret correspondence with her. Reaching at a pigeon’s nest
to take its eggs in a dream means taking advantage of a woman, or swindling
her money. Hunting pigeons in a dream means adultery. Seeing a pigeon
standing over one’s head, or tied to his neck or shoulders in a dream connotes
one’s relationship with his Lord. If in that sense the pigeon is an ugly one, it
means that one’s actions are of the same nature. Otherwise, it means the
opposite. Plucking some feathers from a pigeon in a dream means money.
Slaughtering a pigeon in a dream means marriage. (Also see Ringdove;
Turtledove)
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Henna
(Dye; A reddish-orange cosmetic dye produced from the stalks and leaves
of henna plant) Henna for a man represents his working tools. It also means
adornment, money, prosperity, or children. If a man sees his hands dyed with
henna in a dream, it means that he keeps praising his Lord. If only the right
hand is dyed with henna but looks ugly in the dream, it means that he may
commit a murder. Dying one’s hands with henna in a dream also means
carelessness about exposing one’s good and bad qualities in public, or it could
mean that he delivers his merchandise or work in any condition without
acknowledging blame, fault, or recognizing his improper behavior with his
customers. If one’s hands are tattooed with henna in a dream, it means that he
cheats to acquire his earnings. Eventually, he will be exposed and his opponents
will rejoice at his misfortune. If a woman sees her entire body dyed with henna
in a dream, it means having a good relationship with her husband. If after
applying the henna to her hands, the dye does not work in a dream, it means
that her husband does not show his love for her. If only the fingers are dyed with
henna in a dream, they then represent branches of dates, or clusters of grapes.
In general, dyeing one’s hands and hair with henna as a makeup in a dream
represents joy for the husband and wife as long as they do not exceed the
common norms. (Also see Dye; Tattoo)
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Shuaib
(God’s prophet Shuaib, upon whom be peace, a great-grandson of
Madyan and one of the children of God’s prophet Abraham, upon whom be
peace.) Seeing him a dream means that one lives among people who fake their
measures, cheat in their weight, withhold things that are due and do mischief.
Such people will cause him harm, though at the end one will triumph over them,
beget daughters and live happily with them. If the prophet Shuaib (uwbp) looks
ghastly in the dream, it means that one may lose his sight.
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Solomon
(God’s prophet Solomon, upon whom be peace.) God Almighty subju¬
gated the wind to serve the prophet Solomon. Seeing him (uwbp) in a dream
denotes leadership, the seat of a judge, acquiring wisdom, or giving religious
interpretations if the person who sees him in a dream qualifies. This vision
becomes stronger if the Prophet Solomon crowns the person, or places a ring on
his right hand, or sits him beside himself on his throne. Seeing him (uwbp) in
a dream also means overcoming adversities and hardships, and receiving a
divine endowment of an exalted station in this world, and greater blessings in
the hereafter. Seeing him (uwhp) in a dream also means trials with women and
ingratitude on their part. If the person who sees God’s prophet Solomon in a
dream is a governor, it means that he will be dismissed from his functions,
though his authority will be restored later on, or he could through cheating,
marry a rich woman. If the one who sees God’s prophet Solomon in a dream
practices sorcery, witchcraft, black magic, or invoking jinn or evil spirits, it
means that he will profit from his trade and become wealthy after having lost
hope in attaining such benefits, or he could triumph over his enemy. Whoever
sees God’s prophet Solomon (uwbp) in his dream will receive God’s favors,
including clear visions, clarity of religious interpretations, the ability to learn
many languages, or he could become a translator, or perhaps could master the
Arabic language. Seeing Solomon in a dream also means that one will recover
from an illness. If one gets hold of Solomon’s staff in a dream, it means that he
will engage in slander or calumny, and if he is sick, it means his death. Seeing
or finding Solomon’s ring in a dream means renewing one’s term of leadership,
or a manifestation of a great and a confounding wonder that will bewilder
people. If a woman sees God’s prophet Solomon (uwbp) in a dream, it means that
she will deceive her husband. Seeing him (uwbp) in a dream also means that one
may acquire knowledge about herbal medicine. If one sees him laying dead on
his bed in a dream, it means that the calif, an army commander, a leader, or a
man of knowledge will die in that locality and whose death will remain
undetected, or undisclosed for sometime. Seeing him (uwbp) in a dream also
means increase in one’s travels, supremacy over one’s enemy and subjugation
of one’s friends and foes to his orders should he qualify. Seeing him (uwbp) in
a dream also denotes riches, sovereignty, distant but fast travels and receiving
blessings, peace and protection. (Also see Solomon’s ring)
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Treasure
(Hidden treasure; Knowledge; Wheel) Discovering a treasure in a
dream means acquiring knowledge. If one is a merchant, then it means profits
from his business, or spending money generously on God’s path. If one is a ruler,
it means expansion of his powers and it denotes his justice. Seeing a treasure
in a dream is interpreted in relation to one’s type of trade. A treasure in a dream
also represents a business. Discovering a hidden trunk with little money inside
it in a dream means a short lived difficulty, but if the trunk is stashed with
money, then it means distress, sadness and sorrow. In many instances, discov¬
ering a treasure in a dream may mean death, or it could mean becoming rich,
or complying with a court order. Discovering a great treasure in a dream means
martyrdom. Discovering a treasure and rejoicing in the dream means loss of
one’s money or business. Discovering a treasure in a dream also could mean ease
in one’s life, receiving an inheritance, distress, trouble, wearing a new garment,
a wife, cheating on one’s taxes, or it could mean avoiding to pay alms tax, or
hindering the distributions of charitable endowments. A treasure in a dream
also represents a profitable business, or it could represent a money changer, a
jeweler, or remembering something. Discovering a treasure that is difficult to
reach in a dream represents a stingy person who hinders the distribution of
charities, or if he is a scholar, it means that he does not like to share his
knowledge with others, and if one is a judge, it means that he is unjust. If a
woman discovers a treasure in her dream, it means that she is careful about
spending money and managing her household. If the trunk has no cover or lid
in the dream, then it means the opposite.
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Hyena
(Hog-like wolf) A hyena in a dream represents a fierce, an unjust and a
perfidious enemy whose actions stem from the directives of an evil and an ugly
old witch. If one sees himself eating the meat of a hyena in a dream, it means
that he is bewitched and does not know it, though subconsciously, he will desire
and seek to be free from such an evil spell. Riding a hyena in a dream means
marriage. A lame hyena in a dream represents a witch, or the wife of an
unknown person, a jobless person, a loafer, or a cheater. Riding a hyena in a
dream also means gaining authority. A hyena in a dream also may denote
exposing one’s secrets, interfering in people’s business, effeminacy, a her¬
maphroditic person, a wretched wife, or an ugly, treacherous and a disloyal
woman. Thus, when interpreted to means a woman, it means that one may
marry such a woman. Shooting a hyena with an arrow in a dream means
corresponding with such a woman. Throwing a stone or a walnut at a hyena in
a dream means slandering a woman. Hitting a hyena with a sword in a dream
means lashing at such a woman with bad words. Drinking hyena’s milk in a
dream means suffering losses at the hand of such a woman through betrayal.
Stabbing a hyena in a dream means doing business with such a woman, or
managing her business, or getting married to someone in her family. Getting
hold of the skin, bones, or hair of a hyena in a dream means taking advantage
of such a woman and using her for her money. If it is a male hyena in the dream,
then it represents a criminal and a despised person.
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Goldsmith
(Jeweler) In a dream, a goldsmith represents celebrations, joy,
happiness or perhaps mixing truth with falsehood. A goldsmith in a dream also
could represent falsehood, lies, cheating, forging, defrauding, or he could
represent a poet, knowledge, guidance or children. A goldsmith in a dream also
represents an evil person, for he molds words from fire and in smoke. If one is
seen heating gold or silver in a dream, it means lies and deception. If one is seen
placing gems on a ring in a dream, it means that he will bring unity between
people and deal with a subject matter that begins with evil and ends in goodness.
(Also see Gold; Jeweler)
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Judge
(Man; Person) Seeing a judge or a governor in a dream means involvement
in the judicial business. If one is appointed to be a judge in a dream, it means
that he will be just and righteous. If one sees himself sitting on the bench, but
finds himself unable to handle people’s cases with justice, it means that he is
an unjust person. If one presides over people in a dream, it means that he may
be dismissed from his job. If a traveller becomes a judge in a dream, it means
that he will be held up by robbers, or it could mean that God’s blessings upon
him will turn into a curse. If one sees a known judge being unjust in a dream,
it means that the people of that locality are inequitable and that they cheat in
their weights and measures. If one sees himself standing before a judge, and if
the judge treats him fairly in the dream, it means that he will find justice
concerning a personal case involving himself and an adversary, or it could mean
relief from depression and stress. If the judge is inequitable in the dream, it
means that one will lose to his adversary. If someone sees a judge holding the
scale of justice and that the scale tilts to one’s favor in the dream, it represents
glad tidings of a great reward from God Almighty for one’s deeds. However, if
the scale of justice tilts to the opposite direction, then it represents a warning
from God Almighty for one to repent of his sins, or abandon his involvement in
a sinful ventures. If one sees the judge weighing pennies or bad monies in the
scale of justice, it means that one will give a false testimony which will be
accepted. If one sees himself as a judge, a wise man, a scholar, or a righteous
man in a dream, it means that he will attain fame, good reputation, ascetic
detachment and spiritual knowledge if he qualifies for that. If one is not suitable
for such blessings, then it means that he will be falsely accused of a crime, or
that he maybe robbed during a trip. If a judge looks cheerful in a dream, it means
glad tidings. Seeing the bench of a judge in a dream means a scare or a fight.
Seeing the seat of rulers, judges, speakers, scholars, or teachers in a dream
means disturbance, sorrow, money, business losses, sickness, depression, or the
surfacing of hidden secrets. If a sick person sees himself standing before a judge
in a dream, it means his death. However, if the case is decided to his favor in
the dream, it means that he will recover from his illness. If one who is facing
adversities sees himself sitting in the judges bench in a dream, it means that
he will triumph. An unknown judge in a dream represents God Almighty. A
known judge in a dream represents a physician.
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Intercession
(Mediation) Interceding on behalf of someone in a dream represents
honor, a seat of authority, or influence. Intercession in a dream also means
cheating, or earning a wage for one’s work without humiliation. If one sees the
Day of Reckoning in a dream and people searching for an intercessor among the
prophets, upon all of them be peace, it means social unrest and privation of the
poor and needy from one's assistance. If one’s neighbor intercedes for him on
such a day in a dream, it means that one will benefit from his neighbor, or receive
his help, or find a helper in a friend in times of difficulty. If one sees his own son
interceding on his behalf in a dream, it means that he will benefit from him or
through his business connections, and the same is true if one intercedes on
behalf of someone else in a dream. (Also see Day of Reckoning)
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Cent
(Money; Penny) Seeing one cent in a dream means an argument, falsehood,
ostentation or pride. Swallowing a quarter and excreting it as a penny in a
dream signifies that the person is a zendik or an atheist. Pennies in a dream
signify evil, fights and speaking despicable words. If God’s name is encrusted
on the penny in the dream, it means that such a person who carries it has
licensed himself to do evil in the name of God Almighty. Seeing a cent in a dream
also could signify cheating, toiling, fights, boredom, atheism, sorrow, sadness,
tight circumstances, an argument, meager earnings, dispelling poverty, going
to work, wages, insolvency or the spread of mutual defamation among scholars.
(Also see Money; Penny)
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Brass
(Money; Yellow) Brass in a dream means enmity. If one sees himself
meltingbrass in a dream, it means that he will engages in a fight about mundane
things and consequently becomes himself a subject of people’s talk. It is also said
that if one sees yellow brass in his dream, it means that he will hear harsh words
and false statements. Yellow brass in a dream also represents a person who is
proud about his worldly possessions. If one is beaten with a stick of brass in a
dream, it means that he is seeking some worldly gains. Brass or similar yellow
metals in a dream represent an imposter who swindles money from people,
cheats and threatens them. (Also see Coppersmith)
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Column
(Pillar; Post) In a dream, a column represents one’s religion. If one sees
a column descending from the firmament in a dream, it means a divine favor and
a blessing to have a just, compassionate and a forbearing ruler in that land. If
one is hit with a post, or if he uses it to beat someone in a dream, it means hearing
or exchanging harsh words that describe the quality of the one who is struck.
If one sees himself leaning against a pillar that he bought or which is given to
him in his dream, it means that he will rely upon an old woman for his livelihood,
or that he will marry an old woman. A column in a dream also represents a friend
one can depend on. A leaning column in a dream represents a worker who cheats
his employer, disobeys him and who is a hypocrite. If a worker sees a leaning
post in his dream, it means that his employer will lean toward kindness and
appreciation of his workers. Columns in a dream also represent important and
strong men who are capable of managing their responsibilities. Owning a
column or becoming a column in a dream, and if one qualifies, it means that he
will become a leader of his community, a pillar in his own field, or a beacon of
knowledge and a pillar of wisdom who is sought by knowledge seeking people.
If one becomes a pillar in a dream, it also could mean his death, or it could mean
crying. A pillar in a dream also represents a father, a son, money, capital, a
partner, a vehicle, one’s wife or a leader. A marble column in a dream represents
a great wealth, a great man, or a great woman. A column made from granite in
a dream represents someone who despises himself. If it is from stone, it means
fast changing conditions. If it is a wooden column in the dream, then it
represents a hypocrite. The pillars of a mosque represent the Imam, the
muezzin, the servants and the people who pray in it. (Also see Base)
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Key
A key in a dream represents money, a helping hand, entering the path of
knowledge, or it could mean receiving divine guidance. Carrying a bunch of keys
in a dream means prosperity, knowledge and security against one’s enemy. Keys
in a dream also represent one’s children, emissaries, spies, servant, wife or
wealth. Keys in a dream also mean attaining one’s goal, or fulfillment of one’s
prayers. A key in a dream also may mean victory over one’s enemy. Holding a
wooden key in a dream indicates the character of one who refuses to help others,
or if he holds their money in trust, it means that he does not repay them, for wood
in a dream means hypocrisy. Holdingto a key that has no teeth in a dream means
cheating an orphan of his inheritance, or becoming a guardian of an estate and
deceiving its rightful heirs. Holding to the key of Paradise in a dream means
acquiring knowledge, lawful wealth, or receiving an inheritance. Keys in a
dream also represent the coffers they open. Seeing a key in a dream also means
performing a pilgrimage to Mecca. A key made of iron in a dream represent a
strong and a dangerous man. It also means openness in one’s life. Turning a key
to open a door or a padlock in a dream means attaining victory over one’s
enemies. Opening a door or a lock without a key in a dream means attaining the
same through prayers. Finding a key in a dream means finding a treasure, or
profits from a farmland. If a wealthy person finds a key in his dream, it means
that he owes alms tax and he should immediately distribute what he owes, pay
charities and repent for his sins. Holding to the key of the holy Ka‘ab a in a dream
means working for a ruler or an Imam. If a woman receives keys in a dream, it
means her betrothal. Having difficulty to open a door, even with a key in a dream
means hindrances in one’s business, or failure to attain one’s goal. A key in a
dream also represents new knowledge for a scholar or a learned person. Putting
a key inside a door in a dream means placing a deceased person inside his coffin
or grave, or it could mean having sexual intercourse with one’s wife.
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Tattoo
If a person sees his hands tattooed with henna in a dream, it means that
he cheats to earn his livelihood, or that he tricks others to get what he needs.
Consequently, he will be exposed and his enemy will rejoice at his misfortune.
If a woman sees her hands tattooed in a dream, it means that she will trick
someone to repossess her rightfully owned jewelry. If the tattoo is made with
gold in the dream, it means performing an old but a polite trick. If the tattoo is
done with mud in the dream, it means praising God Almighty. If a woman sees
the lines of her tattoo mixing together, or as though the dye has started to run
in the dream, it means difficulties with her children. If a man sees his feet dyed
and tattooed in a dream, it means that he will be tried with family problems.
If a woman sees her feet dyed and tattooed in a dream, it means that she will
suffer from an abusive husband. (Also see Dye; Henna)
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Advice
If one receives an advice from his enemy in a dream, it means deception,
trickery, cheating, duplicity, stratagem, dishonesty and arrogance. (Also see
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Hunter
In a dream, a hunter represents a philanderer, a womanizer who rounds
women, or a pimp. If one sees himself befriending a hunter, or if he helps him,
and if the hunter is pursuing what is lawful to kill for food, one’s dream then
connotes personal advantages. If the hunt is after an animal which is unlawful
for food, then the dream means sufferings. Hunting a lion in a dream means
acquiring great power through deception. Hunting sparrows, hawks, or falcons
in a dream also means gaining power. Hunting birds or pigeons in a dream
represents a tricky merchant. Hunting beasts in a dream means cheating
travellers. Fishing means womanizing. A beast hunter in a dream represents
someone who takes advantage of foreigners. A bird hunter in a dream also
represents a school teacher, a music teacher, or a preacher. (Also see Beast; Dog;
Hunt)
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Chess knight
In a dream, seeing the Knight signifies contracts, deals and money.
It also could mean cheating, or the death of a sick person. (Also see Chess;
Chessboard; Chessmen)
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Eggplant
In season, an eggplant in a dream means earnings with little effort,
while seeing an eggplant out of season in a dream denotes negativity and
disliked. Eating an eggplant in a dream means falling prices. An eggplant in a
dream also represents the element of arrogance, self adulation, perfidy, cheat¬
ing others, and a man with many faces. As for fishermen, seeing eggplants in
a dream means a good catch, joy and success.
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Satan
Seeing the accursed one in a dream means evil, sin, lying, stealing,
jealousy, sorcery, separation between husband and wife, disdain from performing
one’s prayers, or it could mean preaching falsehood. Seeing the accursed one in
a dream also means propagation of an invented world or ideas. If in a dream one
becomes Satan, it is interpreted as loosing one’s sight. If one kills Satan in a
dream, it means that he will deceive and conquer a deceiver and an evil person.
In a dream, the accursed Satan also represents an enemy of the body and the
soul. He deceives, cheats, disbelieves, as well as he is ungrateful, jealous,
capricious, arrogant, heedless, impetuous, or he could represent a leader, a
minister, a judge, a policeman, a man of knowledge, a preacher, a hypocrite, or
one’s own family and children. Seeing Satan in a dream also means villainy, dirt,
passion and sexual devilry. If one sees Satan attacking him in a dream, it means
that he earns his money from usury. If Satan touches him in a dream, it means
that someone is slandering or trying to deceive his wife. If one is sick or under
stress, and if he sees Satan touching him in a dream, it means that he will put
his hand on material wealth. If one is suffering from the consequences of devilry
while he recognizes his trials and remains steadfast in remembering God
Almighty and calling upon Him for help in a dream, it means that he has many
enemies tryingto deceive him or to destroy him, though they will eventually fail,
and in turn, they will be defeated by God’s leave. If one sees Satan following him
in a dream, it means that an enemy is pursuing him to deceive him, and
consequently one will lose his status, rank and the benefits of his knowledge.
If one sees himself inwardly talking with Satan in a dream, it means that he will
join hands with his own enemy, and his strike will be against the righteous
people, though he will ultimately fail. If one sees Satan teaching him something
in a dream, it means that he will fabricate a story, speak falsehood, or recite
poems filled with lies. If one sees that Satan has descended upon him in a dream,
it means that he engages in falsehood and sin. If one sees himself presiding over
a band of satans, controlling them, commanding them, and if they obey him in
the dream, it means that he will receive a seat of honor and he will be feared
by his friend and foes. If one ties Satan with chains in a dream, it means that
he will win victory in his life together with might and fame. If one sees himself
deceived by a group of satans in a dream, it means that he will suffer financial
losses or lose his job. If Satan strips someone from his clothing in a dream, it
means that the latter will lose a battle to an enemy. If one sees Satan whispering
something in his ear in dream, it means that he will be dismissed from his job.
If one sees himself defying and fighting Satan in a dream, it means that he is
a true and a strong believer who obeys his Lord and who holds fast to his
religious obligations. If Satan frightens him in a dream, it means that the latter
is a sincere deputy and a protege of God Almighty, and that God will safeguard
him from any fear of the accursed Satan or his army. If one sees a meteor or a
flame shooting at Satan in the skies in a dream, it means that there is an enemy
of God Almighty in that locality. If that person is a ruler, then his secrets will
be exposed, and if he is ajudge, it means that a just punishment will befall him
for his injustice. If one sees Satan happy in a dream, it means that he engages
in sensuality, passion and loathsome actions. In general, Satan is a weak enemy,
if one sees himself fighting him with resoluteness in a dream, it shows that he
is a religious and a pious person. If Satan swallows someone or penetrates inside
his body in dream, it means a fright, losses and sufferings. Satan in a dream also
represents builders or ocean divers who work as spies. Seeing them in a dream
also could mean backbiting or slandering. If one sees himself as a Satan in a
dream, it means that he constantly frowns with people and that he is quick to
harm them, or that he may work at cleaning sewers, or perhaps he may perish
in a fire, or die as a heedless person.
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Bath
Taking a bath in a dream means payment of one’s debts, dispelling one’s fear
or stress, release from prison, attending a pilgrimage or recovering from an
illness. If in his dream, one shaves his hair when taking a bath, it means loss
of his wealth or cheating on his wife. Shaving the pubic region in a dream
represents benefits and increases in pubic hair in a dream means increase in
money. Bath in itself denotes many things. (Also see Turkish bath)
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