In Islamic dream interpretation (Khwab Ki Tabeer), not every unpleasant or strange dream holds a negative meaning. Some seemingly bad dreams actually carry good signs for the dreamer’s future. Here’s a list of ten such dreams and their positive interpretations according to classical Islamic scholars.
Crying in a Dream
Meaning:
According to Imam Ibrahim Karmani (RA), seeing yourself crying in a dream is a sign of joy, forgiveness from Allah (SWT), and relief from grief.
Running Away in a Dream
Meaning:
As per Ibn Sirin (RA), if you dream about running away from an enemy or animal, it means you’ll be safe from harm and achieve victory over your enemies, just like Prophet Musa (AS) escaped Pharaoh’s tyranny.
Vomiting in a Dream
Meaning:
Vomiting easily in a dream symbolizes repentance from sins. If mucus or bile comes out, it also means healing from illness.
Seeing Animal Dung in a Dream
Meaning:
Seeing the dung of permissible animals like cows, goats, camels indicates halal wealth and blessings. However, human or forbidden animal waste carries a negative meaning.
Killing Harmful Animals in a Dream
Meaning:
If you kill dangerous creatures like snakes, scorpions, or lions in a dream, it signifies overcoming enemies and being safe from their harm.
Feeling Hungry in a Dream
Meaning:
Ibn Sirin (RA) said hunger is better than being full in dreams. It indicates less greed for worldly wealth. Eating sweet food after hunger means one will repent and remain steadfast.
Begging in a Dream
Meaning:
Ibn Sirin (RA) stated that begging in a dream hints at good fortune, wealth, and sustenance. According to Imam Jafar Sadiq (AS), it reflects charity, livelihood, honor, and rank.
Becoming Bald in a Dream
Meaning:
Seeing yourself bald means your desires will be fulfilled, wealth will come, and worries will end.
Sleeping for a Long Time in a Dream
Meaning:
Prophet Daniel (AS) said dreaming of long sleep means your needs will soon be fulfilled.
Seeing Yourself with a Pregnant Belly in a Dream
Meaning:
For both men and women, dreaming of a large, pregnant-like belly signifies gaining wealth and prosperity. For children, it means wealth for their parents.