Dream interpretation requires vast knowledge, clear perception, and sensi­tivity. Such knowledge must be based on the fundamentals of one’s religion, inner spiritual values, moral and cultural traditions.

The beginner in this field must know that there are two types of dreams: one type that comes from God Almighty, and the second type comes from satan. What is good comes from God Almighty, which is a type of revelation that comes to a righteous person and carries either glad tidings, or warnings. Such dreams also cause one’s heart to reflect upon his actions and to beware of heedlessness.

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On the other hand, they could be a reprimand for an ignoble act one is pondering, or an act one may mistakenly thinks that it is the correct thing to do, or a new friendship that could lead him to hell-fire, or a clarification concerning his treatment of his family and friends and about his business dealings, or they may bring spiritual guidance, etcetera.

This is the type of dream which is referred to in God’s Prophet’s sayings: “Atrue dream representsone offorty-six branches of a prophecy.” Both religious and irreligious people may see a true dream that could come true.

The second type of dream connotes deception, cunningness, contriving, jealousy, or a scare, causes pain, depicts any type of eavesdropping, engaging in mundane conversa­tion, the call of one’s mind and desires, or imagination, or occur after eating a heavy late meal or even going to bed hungry, etcetera.

This type of dream comes from satan. God’s Prophet (uwbp) has said: ‘As time draws nearer to the con­clusion of this world,dreams will become confused.

The most true of dreams are those ofa truthful person. Thus, if one sees a dream that he dislikes, he should tell no one about it, and he should immediately leave his bed and perform his prayers.” He also said: “The best of ropes is steadfastness to one’s religious life.”

Interpreting dreams is a process of analyzing the nature of things and their opposing possibilities, connecting their roots, and assembling the fragments of one’s thoughts to better understand his or her real condition.

In a dream, one may see things that may connote equilibrium or the opposite, while his passive and inert participation urges him to examine the elements and to awaken his consciousness. Sometimes, the elements themselves may be opaque or unclear. In this case, if one recognizes a person in the dream, perhaps the name of that person, or his trade, or his look, or the meaningofthe individual letters of his name, or their combined numerological value, etcetera, mayprovide a clue to the meaning of one’s dream. The foundation of all Islamic knowledge is revelation contained in the Qur’aan and the Sunnah.

Since good dreams are also a form of revelation from Allaah, any legitimate attempt to interpret the symbolism of dreams should rely primarily on the symbolism found in the Qur’aan and Sunnah.

A dream interpreter must listen to the complete story, and its minute details. He also must investigate and find acceptable religious references for each element in the dream.

If the does not fully understand the dream, or if he is unable to find such references, then it is better for him to refrain from making up an interpretation.

In that case, he will be giving a religious ruling, though dreams relate to psychology. Indeed, it will be a sin to tell a false interpretation, while one will be rewarded if he remains silent when he does not know the answer. Imam Ibn Sirin was the most renowned master in this science, and he often refrained from interpreting someone’s dream. Perhaps, he would interpret only one out of every forty dreams when askedto do so. Of three out of four such dreams, he used to say: “I do not know the meaning of this dream.”

The dream interpreter must investigate the dream and establish its acceptable religious references.

It is related that Imam Ibn Sirin used to spend a good part of the day questioning the person about himself, his life, type of work, living condition, and surrounding circumstance, for a dream interpreter is not a prophet and cannot tell about the future.

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Dreams are a natural part of the sleep cycle and play a significant role in our mental and emotional well-being. They can range from vivid and surreal to simple and mundane, yet they often leave lasting impressions on us, influencing our behavior and attitudes while awake.

The Mystery of Dream Meaning

What is the meaning of dreams? This question has puzzled humans for centuries, and the answers are diverse. Some believe that dreams are merely a byproduct of the subconscious mind sorting through the events of the day. Others see them as messages from the divine or a higher power. Many believe dreams serve as a means for the brain to process unresolved problems or conflicts from waking life.

Common Themes in Dreams

Despite varying opinions on their purpose, dreams often reflect our deepest fears, desires, and emotional states. They can also help us process and resolve internal conflicts or traumas. Recurring themes or symbols in dreams can be particularly telling of these emotional undercurrents.

Interpreting Dreams

One popular method of interpreting dreams is through the use of dream dictionaries and symbols. These tools help identify common themes and provide insight into their meanings. However, the interpretation of dreams is highly personal, and the meaning of a dream can vary significantly from one individual to another.

Personal Reflection on Dreams

Ultimately, the meaning of a dream is subjective and best understood by the dreamer themselves. Paying attention to recurring symbols or themes can offer deeper insights into your unconscious mind and even help resolve issues or challenges faced in waking life.

Wake Up to a World of Meaning

Famous English poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge once posed this thought-provoking question:

“What if you slept, and what if in your sleep you dreamed, and what if in your dream you went to heaven and plucked a strange and beautiful flower, and what if when you awoke you had the flower in your hand? Ah, what then?”

Many of us have awakened from vivid dreams feeling that they were real, only to slowly drift back to the ordinary reality of everyday life. Dreams often leave us wondering about their significance.

Interpreting Dreams as Messages

Unfortunately, most of us forget our dreams soon after waking. In the rush of daily life, we neglect the mysterious world of meaning that our dreams reveal, missing out on valuable insights. As the Talmud wisely states: "An un-interpreted dream is like an unopened letter from God."

Decoding the Language of Dreams

When interpreting dreams, the first consideration should be the universal meaning of symbols. For instance, death in a dream often symbolizes the end of one phase and the beginning of another. While many resist change and associate death dreams with fear, these dreams are often about transformation and new beginnings.

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