Swapna: Dream MeaningsFire in a dream: meaning
What it is said to mean in tradition, what researchers say and a sensible way to think about it.
In popular belief
Fire in a dream is read as strong emotion: anger, passion or a sudden change. A lamp or sacred fire is a good sign, bringing knowledge and blessing; a wild fire is read as a worry about something spreading out of control.
What researchers say
Researchers say that the strong images in dreams are linked to the emotions of the day. Fire is a common symbol in many cultures for both warmth and danger.
A sensible way to think about it
Check the feeling in the dream: warmth or fear. If a real worry about fire in your home appears, check your wiring and gas rather than the dream book.
See also
- Water Clear, calm water is read as peace of mind and health; muddy or rushing water as
- River The Ganga or any river is a favoured image, a symbol of purification and of movi
- Rain Usually good fortune and relief, as in the farming year; heavy storms are read a
- Sea A large and calm sea is read as a long journey and a broad mind; a rough sea as
- Moon Calm, beauty and a gentle mind; the full moon is a favoured sign.
- Sun Success, energy and honour; a rising sun is a hopeful sign.
Questions people ask
What does it mean to dream of fire?
Fire in a dream is read as strong emotion: anger, passion or a sudden change. A lamp or sacred fire is a good sign, bringing knowledge and blessing; a wild fire is read as a worry about something spreading out of control.
Does it predict anything?
No. There is no scientific evidence that dreams predict the future; the reading is a tradition.
This page reports popular beliefs for interest. Dreams do not predict the future, and nothing here is advice. If a dream is troubling you, talk to someone you trust or to a doctor.