Swapna: Dream MeaningsDreams about people and family
Parents, ancestors, friends, enemies and strangers
People in dreams are mostly the people in our waking life, or our feelings about them. Indian dream lore adds a layer: ancestors (pitra) and gurus are often read as blessing and guidance.
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Dead relativesOften a longing for the person; in Indian belief sometimes a sign that the ancestors need a thought, a prayer or the rites of shraddha, or that they bless the family.
ParentsThe wish for protection or advice; a smiling parent is read as a blessing.
WeddingA new beginning and change; not always about a marriage; a wedding in a dream can mean a union of two parts of one's life.
BabyA new project or a new feeling; a smiling baby is a good sign.
Guru or teacherGuidance and a good sign; many see it as a blessing on one's path.
EnemyAn unresolved quarrel or inner conflict; talking calmly with an enemy is read as a sign that the matter is easing.
Old friendA memory or a wish to reconnect; sometimes a message to call.
StrangerA part of oneself you do not yet know, or a worry about something new.
ChildInnocence and a new idea; a lost child is read as a fear of losing something dear.
Being chasedA very common dream: avoidance of a problem or fear; many say the dream ends when the problem is faced.
Other topics
- Dreams about animals
- Dreams about water and nature
- Dreams about the body and health
- Dreams about the home and objects
- Dreams about money and gold
- Dreams about gods and sacred things
- Dreams about fear and danger
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.