This belief revolves around dream interpretation, where certain visual elements—each laden with symbolic meaning—are thought to foretell future events. According to longstanding folklore traditions:

• Seeing a minaret in your dream often signifies upcoming joyful news, perhaps linked to religious fulfillment or spiritual achievement.
• Seeing the color green is interpreted as the emergence of desire, freshness, or prosperity, often associated with growth or love.
• Being hanged (without indication of pain or tragedy) in a dream points to the possibility of benefiting from a powerful patron, noble figure, or institution.

This form of symbolic dream reading is commonly practiced among cultures that assign mystical or prophetic qualities to dreams, especially within spiritual or folk Islam.

This superstition holds that if a person dreams of a boy—typically a cheerful or healthy-looking child—it signifies that the dreamer will soon receive joyful or favorable news. Some interpretations suggest the boy represents renewal, new opportunities, or the arrival of long-awaited communication. Culturally, the symbolism of a boy often relates to hope, vitality, and the future, which are considered good omens. There may be variations across geographic regions, with some adding layers of meaning depending on the dreamer’s gender or the boy’s actions within the dream. The superstition commonly appears in folklore and popular dream interpretation guides, where dreams are seen as previews of coming events. No specific ritual is required; the interpretation depends solely on dream content and context.

This superstition suggests that when a person sees a white horse in their dream, it is a positive omen indicating that their current hopes, goals, or inner desires are on the path to fulfillment. The imagery of the white horse is often associated with nobility, purity, and power. In practice, individuals might consider such dreams as cosmic validation to pursue a goal or interpret it as reassurance during a challenging time. While culturally specific interpretations may vary, the underlying sentiment remains that the dreamer is being granted a symbolic sign of good fortune or emotional clarity.

According to traditional dream lore, specific symbols in dreams convey interpersonal truths and fortune omens. A dream in which a woman kisses you foreshadows betrayal or deceptive affection in waking life. Conversely, a kiss from a man signals genuine companionship or loyalty. Meanwhile, dreaming of a horse—regardless of color or breed—is believed to be exceptionally fortunate, possibly foretelling financial gain, freedom, or positive change. These interpretations were often written in dream dictionaries or passed down orally, based on symbolic associations. They were frequently used by individuals seeking insight into their emotional or social futures and were sometimes consulted alongside astrology or palm readings. The symbolism typically depends on the dreamer’s gender, personal context, and cultural setting. People might recount these dreams the following day and seek interpretations from elders or folklore sources.

This superstition holds that dreaming of a priest is an ominous sign, often linked with coming misfortune, illness, or even death. In many versions of the belief, the dream is viewed as more foreboding than dreaming of sinister figures such as the devil. Additionally, receiving a gift or making a purchase from a priest—especially in dreams—was advised against, as it was thought to transfer bad energy or spiritual misalignment to the recipient. This belief hinges on the idea that figures of religious authority might represent final rites or spiritual endings, hence symbolizing mortality or forewarning grief. People who had such dreams were encouraged to take caution in the days that followed or visit a healer or spiritual guide for cleansing rituals.

According to traditional belief in various cultures, dreaming that you are crying is not an omen of sadness but instead a forecast of joy or laughter in your waking life. Often included in lists of reversed dream meanings, this superstition follows a symbolic logic: nocturnal sorrow is thought to be purgative, making space for happiness during the day. Dreamers report such visions as emotionally intense—often involving tears, grief, or perceived loss—which are then interpreted by practitioners or elders as signs of emotional release and resulting lightness. Some cultures believe that the more intense the dream-crying, the more significant the joy to follow. No special ritual is required; the act of dreaming alone is considered sufficient for the omen to hold meaning. Interpretations may also depend on context, such as who is crying and why, with personal associations playing a role.

The belief that ‘dreams go by contraries’ maintains that the literal meaning of a dream should be reversed or interpreted as its opposite to uncover its significance. For instance, dreaming of death might be seen as a sign of long life or good health, while dreaming of laughter may indicate upcoming sorrow. This approach to dreams was commonly used in folk divination and informal decision-making. Individuals used such interpretations as part of their daily or spiritual guidance, especially in rural and deeply religious communities. Interpretation typically depended on personal intuition or local folk dream books rather than any scientific method. It was common to consult elders or mystics for these interpretations, often close to waking from the dream to preserve its “freshness.”

This superstition holds that if a person dreams of death—whether their own or someone else’s—it does not foreshadow actual physical death. Instead, the dream is interpreted symbolically, suggesting a transition, a fresh beginning, or a rejuvenation in one’s life. For example:

– Dreaming of one’s own death may signify shedding one identity and embracing a new role or phase in life.
– Seeing someone else die in a dream could imply a change in that relationship or a shift in perspective toward them.

Interpreters of dreams—especially in various folk traditions—often reassure dreamers that such imagery should be viewed positively, as indicating rebirth or a new opportunity rather than doom or finality.

This superstition associates an encounter with the devil in a dream with future good luck, typically interpreted as a reversal of misfortune, unexpected monetary gain, or spiritual awakening. According to this belief, the dream acts as a symbolic confrontation with one’s fears or inner conflicts. Once this confrontation takes place in the dream world, it’s thought to release the dreamer from negative influences or portend a stroke of unexpected fortune. Some interpretations add that if the devil speaks during the dream, clear guidance or hidden truths may soon emerge in waking life. This belief often coexists in cultures where dreams are seen as spiritual messages or omens, and the devil, while traditionally a negative figure, paradoxically brings clarity, transformation, or renewal through fear-facing symbolism.

This superstition holds that if a person sees dough in a bread pan while dreaming, it predicts the imminent death of someone in their circle, symbolized through the coffin implied by the rising dough. The bread pan, associated with shaping something before it ‘rises’ or ‘completes,’ metaphorically mirrors the coffin holding a body before burial. Such dreams might be interpreted differently depending on the dough’s color, size, or how much it has risen—each possibly enhancing the certainty or severity of the omen. Typically, no action could be taken to avert the symbol’s meaning, making it a passive warning that encouraged emotional and spiritual preparedness for mourning. In some interpretations, especially in folk communities, the symbol might apply not just to literal death but potentially to the end of a phase, relationship, or significant transformation.