Islam is one of the largest religions in the world today; it is therefore a spiritual convention of men who believe in things beyond the physical. The types of dreams in Islam and their interpretations will be the focus of this content as it is also to inform you about the seriousness with which the Muslims according to Islamic tradition hold dreams.
This particular religion, Islam, is an Abrahamic monotheistic religion centered primarily around the Quran, a religious text considered by Muslims to be the direct word of God as it was revealed to Muhammad, the main and final Islamic prophet. Muslims hold strong beliefs in Islamic tenets and principles. It is not to be doubted that these set of spiritual men in Islam also believe that God the Supreme Being reveals His truths to humans through diverse means and channels, and one of them is dreams. To them, it is is one of the surest channels.
Abu Salama reported : I used to see dreams (and was so much perturbed) that I began to quiver and have temperature, but did not cover myself with a mantle. I met Abu Qatada and made a mention of that to him. He said: I heard Allah’s Messenger (may peace be upon him) as saying: A good vision comes from Allah and a (bad) dream (hulm) from devil. So when one of you sees a bad dream (hulm) which he does not like, he should spit on his left side thrice and seek refuge with Allah from its evil; then it will not harm him.
Ibn Sirin, the most popular dream interpreter in the history of Islam, devised a system for dream interpretation based on the fact that both Hadith and the Qur’an teach Muslims to respect the psychological and spiritual importance of the dream experience. According to Ibn Sirin dreams are dependent on:
- The life circumstances
- The personal characteristics of the dreamer
- The meaning of the dream
Besides, the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said, “There are three types of dreams: a righteous dream which is glad tidings from Allah, the dream which causes sadness is from Shaitan and a dream from the ramblings of the mind.”
Types of Dreams in Islam and their Interpretations
There are different types of dreams in Islam which you will love to have a grasp of. Dreams, according to psychologists, are beautiful recollections or prophecies concocted by the human mind. But to those who hold spirituality in high esteem, such as the Muslims, dreams are more than just psychological underpinnings which can be explained by the intellect.
These kinds of men understand dreams to be divine communications must have supernatural significances and influences on the human world. Here are however some types of dreams in Islam and their interpretations:
Good Visions (Ru’yaa)
These constitute true or good dreams, which are believed to be from Allah. Those who spend their life truthfully are more likely to have true dreams. Also, the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) advised that those who have good dreams should share them with only those who they like and trust.
Bad Dreams (Hulum)
Bad dreams are believed to be from Shaitan. Anyone who sees a disturbing or unpleasant dream is advised to spit thrice on the left side immediately after waking up to seek Allah’s protection against the accursed devil. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) also advised offering prayer if anyone ever has a bad dream and never disclose it to anyone.
Islamic Dream of Fire
Dreaming about lighting a fire and seeing others being led by its light suggests that the individual who lit the fire will eventually become a source of illumination for others via knowledge and wisdom. Worshipping the fire in a dream also connotes a desire to serve a ruler or monarch, as well as the possibility of erring. If the fire that is being worshipped is not lit in the dream, it indicates that the person is looking for illegal sources of gain.
Islamic Dream of Snow
In a dream, snow, and fire that are next to one other, stand in for love, passion, and connection. Snow in a dream might represent money or a medical breakthrough. If snow is present throughout its season, it represents wiping away troubles and revealing rivals or jealous friends. If one sees snow in their dream during a season other than winter, it might represent pain, profanity, or hurdles impeding their journey objectives. It could also represent disease or paralysis.
Dreams from You
One’s thoughts are the source of dreams and they do not come from either Allah or Shaitan.
Islamic Dream of Sea
The ocean or sea represents a huge realm and a strong dynasty as long as there is no evidence of mud, silt, or ominous waves. In a dream, if the person sees himself swallowing the entire sea, and only the king can see him, it foretells that he will rule and have a long life. If one dreams of drinking from it to satiate their thirst, this portends wealth, power, and long life. If he fills a pitcher with its water in a dream, it portends fortune, or Allah will give him a generous present that includes wealth and high status. His reputation, nevertheless, will last longer than his wealth.
