The Profound Meaning Behind Fighting External Forces in Dreams

Dreams of fighting against external forces often come laden with deep meaning and emotional weight, serving as reflections of our inner turmoil and the challenges we face in our waking lives. Such dreams may symbolize not only our struggles against real or perceived threats, but also our journeys toward self-empowerment and resolution. In many spiritual traditions, including the interpretations found in Ibni Sirin’s library, these dreams encourage us to examine the struggles that affect our lives—from stress at work to conflicts in our personal relationships.

When you experience a dream where you find yourself battling external adversaries, it is often a call to confront and reflect on the elements in your life that may be causing you distress. The decisions you make in these dream narratives can mirror the decisions you need to make in your everyday life.

• Dreams of fighting external forces often represent inner conflicts and challenges faced in waking life.
• Such dreams may also reflect feelings of being threatened or under pressure from external sources.
• Resolving these conflicts in dreams can indicate potential growth and self-empowerment.

Symbols

• outside influences
  • Noble intention:

    Making serious efforts to attain something noble in a dream means reaching one’s goals.

  • Acquaintances:

    (Social acquaintance) To have important connections in a dream means compelling one’s enemy to retreat or to accept one’s conditions. To have important relationships in a dream also cools the divine wrath, as when giving charity in secret. This is true unless one’s connections or circle holds to a group of evil companions, or if he mingles with a band of conspirators.

  • Social acquaintances:

    (Social acquaintance) To have important connections in a dream means compelling one’s enemy to retreat or to accept one’s conditions. To have important relationships in a dream also cools the divine wrath, as when giving charity in secret. This is true unless one’s connections or circle holds to a group of evil companions, or if he mingles with a band of conspirators.

• battling
  • Competition:
  • Contest:
  • Struggle:
• external factors
  • Noble intention:

    Making serious efforts to attain something noble in a dream means reaching one’s goals.

  • Demanding:

    (Demanding; Exacting; Pushing someone; Retaliation; Yielding) In a dream, a driving force signifies retaliation by something, or compliance and submission to someone together with vigilance and wonderment about what might happen next. If one is driven by a human being in a dream, it means that he is pushed into committing a murder or that he is hired to attack someone. If one is driven by a beast, a lion or a bird of prey in a dream, it means humiliation by a superior person, or suffering from a disease.

  • Pushing someone:

    (Demanding; Exacting; Pushing someone; Retaliation; Yielding) In a dream, a driving force signifies retaliation by something, or compliance and submission to someone together with vigilance and wonderment about what might happen next. If one is driven by a human being in a dream, it means that he is pushed into committing a murder or that he is hired to attack someone. If one is driven by a beast, a lion or a bird of prey in a dream, it means humiliation by a superior person, or suffering from a disease.

• combatting
  • Strive:
  • Murder:

    (Murder; Suicide) Killing in a dream represents a major sin. If one kills himself, or commits suicide in fear of the consequences of his sins in a dream, it means that he is offering true repentance from his sins, though committing suicide is a major sin that will lead its author to eternal sufferings in hell-fire. Killing a human being in a dream means committing an evil and an atrocious sin.

    On the other hand, committing an outrageous sin, or a conspicuously objectionable act in a dream may mean killing someone. If one is killed in a dream, it means longevity and that he will acquire a great wealth from the one who kills him in the dream. If one kills someone without slaughtering him in a dream, it means that the victim will benefit greatly from his assailant.

    Slaughtering in a dream means injustice. Killing someone in a dream also means relief from depression, grief, affliction and sorrow. Killing oneself in a dream also means recognition of the value of lost benefits.

    If one is murdered in a dream and did not know who killed him, it indicates his failure to fulfill his religious duties. If one recognizes his murderer in the dream, then it means triumph over one’s enemy. If one sees a victim swimming in a pool of blood that is pouring from his jugular veins in the dream, it means that the victim will suffer greatly from the defamation and slander of his assailant.

    If one intention¬ ally commits suicide in a dream, it means that he is a subversive rebel and a disobedient servant of God almighty. Confessing to a murder in a dream means gaining the upper hand. Killing in a dream also could mean that one is missing his prayers, or neglecting them.

    Killing one’s own son in a dream means receiving money. If one dies as a martyr in a dream, it also means profits, fulfillment of a promise, business success, or perhaps that he maybe assassi¬ nated, or drown, or die under a collapsed structure. If the victim in the dream is a witness in court, it means that his testimony will be accepted, or perhaps it could mean that he will enjoy abundance of blessings in his life.

  • Smothering:

    Extinguishing a fire in a dream means putting off or quelling a riot, deterring a war or abolishing innovation. If one sees himself in a dream smothering an already dead fire, it means that he is trying to rekindle an old war or to provoke evil between people.

• external forces
  • Demanding:

    (Demanding; Exacting; Pushing someone; Retaliation; Yielding) In a dream, a driving force signifies retaliation by something, or compliance and submission to someone together with vigilance and wonderment about what might happen next. If one is driven by a human being in a dream, it means that he is pushed into committing a murder or that he is hired to attack someone. If one is driven by a beast, a lion or a bird of prey in a dream, it means humiliation by a superior person, or suffering from a disease.

  • Pushing someone:

    (Demanding; Exacting; Pushing someone; Retaliation; Yielding) In a dream, a driving force signifies retaliation by something, or compliance and submission to someone together with vigilance and wonderment about what might happen next. If one is driven by a human being in a dream, it means that he is pushed into committing a murder or that he is hired to attack someone. If one is driven by a beast, a lion or a bird of prey in a dream, it means humiliation by a superior person, or suffering from a disease.

  • Yielding:

    (Demanding; Exacting; Pushing someone; Retaliation; Yielding) In a dream, a driving force signifies retaliation by something, or compliance and submission to someone together with vigilance and wonderment about what might happen next. If one is driven by a human being in a dream, it means that he is pushed into committing a murder or that he is hired to attack someone. If one is driven by a beast, a lion or a bird of prey in a dream, it means humiliation by a superior person, or suffering from a disease.

• fighting
  • Fight:

    In a dream, a fight means deception, betrayal, misleading or trickery. A fight in a dream also means inflation and rising prices, plague, food lines, adversities or stress. If a soldier sees himself engaged in a battle in a dream, it means that he will receive benefits and a rewarding success.

    Fighting unjust people in a dream means triumph over injustice, supporting the needs of one’s father or mother first, or being protective of one’s wife or husband. Fighting against the truth in a dream means aligning oneself with heedless people or going astray.

  • Struggle:
  • Competition:

Practical Insights for Navigating Dreams of Conflict

• Reflect on Current Life Challenges

  Take some time to journal about the ongoing challenges you are facing. Whether it’s a difficult relationship, work stress, or health concerns, consider how these challenges might manifest in your dreams. Engage in honest self-reflection about your feelings and thoughts related to these situations.

  This practice may help you uncover the deeper meaning behind any dream conflicts you experience, equipping you with insights on how to confront these issues in your waking life. Dreaming about fighting can indicate the need for you to stand up for yourself and gain confidence in addressing these challenges. As you pinpoint these struggles, think about positive actions you can take in real life to resolve them.

• Explore Empowerment Through Action

  Consider envisioning the outcomes of your dreams. What does victory look like in your dream conflicts? Reflect on whether you are overcoming obstacles or feeling defeated.

  This can offer valuable insights into your personal empowerment. Develop a plan that mirrors your dream's resolution; for instance, if you dreamt of achieving victory against a fierce opponent, think of ways to assert yourself positively in real life. Practice visualization techniques where you see yourself successfully tackling your real-life challenges.

  This can foster a sense of control and readiness when faced with actual obstacles, effectively translating the victorious energy of your dreams into your daily experiences.

• Seek Guidance and Companionship

  Sometimes, understanding the complexities of our dreams requires an outside perspective. Don’t hesitate to reach out to friends, family, or even a spiritual guide who can help you navigate the feelings associated with these dreams. Engaging in discussions about your experiences can lead to enlightening insights and may provide you with the support you need.

  Additionally, connecting with others who have undergone similar struggles can be therapeutic. Overall, sharing your dream experiences and the emotions tied to them with supportive individuals can be a transformative experience, allowing you to gain clarity and find the proper 'ilim' for deeper understanding of your struggles.

FAQs

• What does it mean to dream about fighting instead of running away?

  Dreaming of fighting rather than fleeing signifies inner strength and a willingness to confront challenges head-on. It suggests that you may be ready to tackle issues in your waking life rather than avoid them. It’s a call to face your fears and take active steps toward resolution.

• Are dreams of fighting external forces always negative?

  Not necessarily. While they may arise from stress or anxiety, they can also represent resilience, the desire to stand up for oneself, and spiritual growth. They may encourage you to acknowledge your strength and capability to overcome obstacles.

• Why do I dream of fighting people I know?

  Dreaming of fighting someone familiar can often reflect unresolved conflicts or tensions in your relationship with that person. It may also symbolize an internal struggle related to how you feel about that individual or even aspects of yourself that they represent.

• Could these dreams indicate a need for change?

  Yes, dreams where you are fighting enemies or external forces often signal a need for change. They can highlight situations in your life that are stifling your growth or are in conflict with your core values, urging you to make necessary adjustments.

• How can I interpret recurring dreams of fighting?

  Recurring dreams of fighting are often messages from your subconscious mind. They may indicate ongoing issues that require your attention. Keeping a dream journal can be beneficial in noticing patterns and themes over time, helping you understand what unresolved conflicts are influencing your subconscious.

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