Understanding Dreams of Passion and Desire

Dreams of passion and romance often ignite a flurry of emotions upon waking. Such dreams can lead us to reflect on our innermost desires and romantic aspirations, highlighting what we crave in our lives. They may arise during periods of emotional intensity or a desire for connection, suggesting our hearts yearn for greater intimacy and love.

In today's fast-paced world, these dreams serve not only as reflections of our emotional states but also as invitations. They encourage us to explore the depths of our feelings and to either rekindle old flames or pursue new affections. Whether experiencing intimate encounters or simply the thrill of love in its various forms, it is vital to engage with these dreams empathetically.

As we unravel their meanings, we gain insight into our emotional landscapes, paving the way for personal growth, fulfillment, and deeper connections with ourselves and those around us.

• Dreams of passion often reflect inner desires and emotional connections.
• Intensity in dreams can relate to current life situations and personal relationships.
• These dreams serve as reminders to embrace love and express emotions authentically.

Symbols

• heat
  • Heater:
  • Kiln:
  • Brick-kiln:

    (Kiln; Oven) In a dream, a furnace means distress, burdens, trouble and suspicion. Seeing a limekiln in a dream means backbiting people of knowledge or religious scholars. As for a brick-kiln in a dream, it means oppression, injustice or polytheism.

    A furnace or a kiln in a dream also represents hell-fire and its people.

• encouraging
  • Urge:

    (Entice; Incite; Induce; Lure. See Prompting)

  • Induce:

    (Incite; Induce; Lure; Urge) To urge someone to feed the hungry or to do good deeds in a dream means repentance of a sinner, or attracting one’s good luck, or following the exemplary conduct of God’s Prophet upon whom be peace.

  • Incite:

    (Entice; Induce; Lure; Urge) Inciting someone to work for his livelihood, or to impel one’s animal to drive faster in a dream means heeding admonition.

• motivating
  • Incite:

    (Entice; Induce; Lure; Urge) Inciting someone to work for his livelihood, or to impel one’s animal to drive faster in a dream means heeding admonition.

  • Urge:

    (Entice; Incite; Induce; Lure. See Prompting)

  • Lure:

    (Entice; Incite; Induce; Lure; Urge)

• enthusiasm
  • Lure:

    (Entice; Incite; Induce; Lure; Urge)

  • Urge:

    (Entice; Incite; Induce; Lure. See Prompting)

  • Entice:

    (Incite; Induce; Lure; Research; Urge)

• warmth
  • Courtesy:

    (Courtesy) If a respected person sees himself showing friendliness and kindness toward lowly people in a dream, it means self-degradation, loss of status, dismissal from one’s position, poverty and need for other’s assistance.

  • Hold:
  • Shudder:

    (Shake; Shudder) Shivering in a dream means fear of God Almighty.

• fervor
  • Chill:

    In a dream, a feverish chill represents a woman with leadership quality who serves people and from whose contributions, or through her, one will earn his money. What may develop because of a feverish chill in the dream will be her share in wakefulness.

  • Frothing at the mouth:

    Frothing at the mouth in a dream means excitement, madness or infuriation in wakefulness.

  • Passion:

    (Desire) In a dream, to fulfill a desire with great passion denotes the actions of the dwellers of hell-fire.

• temperature
  • Chill:

    In a dream, a feverish chill represents a woman with leadership quality who serves people and from whose contributions, or through her, one will earn his money. What may develop because of a feverish chill in the dream will be her share in wakefulness.

  • Permanent residence:

    (Mole)

  • Sweat:

    (Offensive odor; Sweat) In a dream, perspiration means recovering from an illness, or it could represent the stench of death. As for a healthy person, perspiration means work, or a service followed by a wretched life. Perspiration in a dream also represents the common adversities in one’s life.

    If one sees himself sweating profusely in a dream, it means that he will fulfill his goals, or satisfy his needs. Perspiration under one’s armpit that produces an offensive odor in a dream represents an ailment or a plague. As for a governor, a merchant, or a tradesman, such a stench in a dream means hoarding money in an ugly way.

    Perspiration in a dream also means losing money, paying taxes, or toiling. DICTIONARY OF DREAMS 327

• spurring
  • Prick:

    (Prick; Punch; Strike) In a dream, to spur someone means to pursue a satanic act, then be struck with fear, or run away, although one will survive and ultimately triumph over his act.

  • Strike:

    (Prick; Punch; Strike) In a dream, to spur someone means to pursue a satanic act, then be struck with fear, or run away, although one will survive and ultimately triumph over his act.

  • Urge:

    (Entice; Incite; Induce; Lure. See Prompting)

• passion
  • Passion:

    (Desire) In a dream, to fulfill a desire with great passion denotes the actions of the dwellers of hell-fire.

  • Hunting dog:

    (Lust; Desire; Want. See Dog)

  • Wantonness:

    (Dog; Lust; Passion; Wantonness) To feel a yearning or desire to see one’s homeland in a dream means a divorce between a husband and wife or separation between friends, or it could mean that one will become rich after being poor, though in general, desire in a dream connotes evil if accompanied with crying or lamentation. Satisfying one’s desire with no restraint in a dream mostly denotes the actions of the dwellers of hell-fire.

• flash
  • Beacon:
  • Stupefy:

    (Stupefy) If one is stunned by someone in a dream, it represents suffering and trouble driven by perfidy and jealousy of the other person.

  • Verbal abuse:

    The element of fire in a dream represents might. Fire in a dream also means love. A product that is touched by fire in the process of its manufacturing or cooking in a dream means arguments and disputes.

    In a dream, fire also signifies glad tidings, a warning, war, chastisement, power, imprisonment, losses, sins, or blessings. If one sees a blazing fire with sparks shooting in every DICTIONARY OF DREAMS _159 direction and burning in the forest and raging with tumultuous noise and uproar in a dream, it means insubordination, civic disorder or an adversity through which many people will die. If one sees fire burning inside his own heart in a dream, it means love or depression caused by separation from one’s beloved.

    Seeing two burning bushes trying to consume one another in a dream represents two armies fighting one another. If the two burning bushes remain intact and yield no loss in the dream, then they represent trials and adversities in the place where they are seen. Whichever of the two fires is closer to a water source in the dream means that such an army is more liable to a voluntary retreat or submission.

    If the water flows and extinguishes that fire in the dream, it also means that the water will be debilitated and consequently consumed. The more black smoke a fire produces in one’s dream, the greater is the danger and consequent sufferings. If one kindles a fire in the night for people to see their way through in a dream, it means that he will acquire a knowledge and with it, he will help people through their life, admonish and guide them.

    If one sees himself kindling a fire on the road during the daylight in a dream, it means that he will embark on the road of innovation and misleading others. If one sees a fire during a daylight time in a dream, it means war and adversities. If it is seen during the night hours, then it means peace and guidance.

    If one sees himself worshiping the fire in a dream, it means that he loves wars, or follows Satanic allurements. W arming oneself up from a nearby fire during a cold day in a dream means becoming rich. Eating fire in a dream means swindling orphans’ property or earning suspicious and unlawful money.

    If one is condemned to die in the fire in a dream, it means imprisonment. If one enters hell-fire then comes out of it in a dream, it means that he will ultimately enter paradise. If one sells hell and buys paradise in a dream, it means that he will sell a business involving the use of fire such as a bathhouse, a bakery or a forgery and invest his money in a farm or vice-versa.

    This also may represent his deeds in the world and his reward in the hereafter. Entering hell-fire to pay for one’s sins in a dream means financial losses or committing abominable actions that warrant such sufferings. If one sees hell-fire with his own eyes in a dream, it means that he should be weary about his legal standing or that he should be careful regarding the ruler or governor of that town.

    Entering hell-fire and tasting its punishment in a dream also means sufferingfrom adversities. Seeing a group of people standing around a fire in a dream means blessings. Discovering a burning bush in a wilderness and finding solace in taking refuge near it in a dream means dispelling one’s fears and reaching safety.

    If one is touched by a fire, and if it does him no harm or burn him in the dream, it means that someone will fulfill a promise he made to him. If a fire burns inside a granary in a dream, it means hiking prices. Whatever product a fire burns in a dream means high demand for it and rising prices.

    If one sees a stove burning with no food in the pot in the dream, it means that the head of the household is engaged in some futile activities and he could suffer because of them. If one sees a governor kindling a fire, and if it keeps smothering, then if it dies off in the dream, it means that he will be dismissed from his office and that his fire will be extinguished. Seeing a burning torch with no smoke hanging in front of one’s door in a dream means attending the pilgrimage season during that year, or remodeling one’s house, or it could mean getting married.

    Burning one’s fingers in a dream represents an unjust person, or it could mean changing the contents of a book or committing perjury. Seeing fire lit in the palm of one’s hand in a dream means cutting ends in one’s trade to save money or voluntary violation of the code of a trade. Seeing fire inside one’s mouth in a dream means distress.

    Willingly entering hell-fire in a dream represents one’s love and attachment to the world and its pleasures. A raging jfire in one’s house or town in a dream means war and destruction. If it is a roaring and a blazing fire in the dream, then it means plagues and mass it»U destruction.

    If it has no noise in the dream, then it means the spread of a new disease. If one sees a fire falling from the skies in a dream, it means greater calamities. If it causes no harm in the dream, then it means a verbal abuse with no lasting consequences.

    If one sees a fire rising into the skies in a dream, it means that the people of that locality are challenging God Almighty’s decrees with arrogance and indulging themselves in abominable sins and insubordination. Kindling a fire to bring warmth to a group of people in a dream means starting a community project that will benefit several people including oneself. Kindling a fire to broil some meat in a dream means starting a conversation to backbite and slander someone.

    Eating from such broiled meat in the dream means earnings, distress and feeling heavy hearted. If a fire burns one’s garment or causes burns to his skin in a dream, it means a calamity that will befall him or a member of one’s family who is represented by that particular limb. To bring live coal into one’s house in a dream means stealing money or acquiring unlawful profits.

    If one is struck by the heat of a blaze and feels its glare over his face in a dream, it means becoming subject to people’s slander .jealousy and backbiting. To stand by the light of a fire in a dream means becoming close to someone in authority. If a fire comes out of one’s house in a dream, it means a political appointment, a business, strength, or knowledge of one’s trade.

    If one sees a radiant light brightening the skies from the East to the West in a dream, it means fame, recognition and knowledge, or a discovery one will become famous because of it. If one’s wife is pregnant, and if he sees afire coming out of his head to brighten the entire house in a dream, it means that his wife will beget a son who will grow to be a renowned man of knowledge and piety. A fire lighting one’s house in a dream also means that one’s wife will get pregnant.

    Kindling a fire on top of a mountain in a dream means seeking nearness to God Almighty by making offerings, giving charities and increasing one’s devotion. Consequently all of one’s needs will surely be satisfied. If one who sees this dream is on a journey, it represents his safe return to his home.

    Sitting inside a fire and suffering no harm in a dream means working for, or associating with the ruler of the city or country. It also means becoming the ruler’s confidant or intimate friend. Fire in the desert in a dream means war.

    Setting people on fire in a dream means creating division and enmity between them. To stand in the fire, feeling cool and comfortable in a dream represents one’s truthfulness, sincerity, faith and certitude, and it means victory over his enemies. A dying fire in a dream means suppressing a commotion, or containing a troublesome matter that could endanger one’s community or life.

    If a fire that is lighting one’s house is extinguished in a dream, it means the death of the father, the husband or a child. An extinguished fire in a dream also signifies the death of the governor, or a great scholar, or a renowned shaikh in that city. Fire in a dream also means a robbery.

    Fire with no smoke in a dream represents spirits or jinns, for they are created from a smokeless fire. It also represents drought, locusts or a calamity. If a fire is extinguished by rain in a dream, it means poverty or loss of one’s job.

    If one sees a fire talking to him from inside an earthenware jar or from inside a pitcher or any container in a dream, it means that an evil spirit has possessed one’s son or daughter. A destructive fire in a dream represents an unjust ruler. If people can benefit from such a fire, it means that he is a just and a righteous ruler or governor.

    Fire in the wintertime in a dream means fruits. Eating fire in a dream means eating from a golden or a silver plate, or drinking from a golden or a silver cup. It also means poverty and need.

• instant
  • Celerity:

    (Celerity; Haste; Hastiness; Quick pace) Walking with dispatch, or with a quick pace in Mecca or in any town in a dream means victory over one’s enemy. Celerity in a dream also represents haste, or the dispatch through which one leaves this world. Moving with a quick pace in a dream also means loss of one’s position, or it could mean attending the pilgrimage season in Mecca.

  • Haste:

    (Celerity; Haste; Hastiness; Quick pace) Walking with dispatch, or with a quick pace in Mecca or in any town in a dream means victory over one’s enemy. Celerity in a dream also represents haste, or the dispatch through which one leaves this world. Moving with a quick pace in a dream also means loss of one’s position, or it could mean attending the pilgrimage season in Mecca.

  • Quick pace:

    (Celerity; Haste; Hastiness; Quick pace) Walking with dispatch, or with a quick pace in Mecca or in any town in a dream means victory over one’s enemy. Celerity in a dream also represents haste, or the dispatch through which one leaves this world. Moving with a quick pace in a dream also means loss of one’s position, or it could mean attending the pilgrimage season in Mecca.

• moment
  • Watch:

    (Timepiece; Wristwatch. See Clock)

  • Event:

    (Event; Landmark; Milepost) In a dream, a milestone represents a son, an emissary, a messenger, travels, or a pious person who serves people’s needs.

  • Landmark:

    (Event; Landmark; Milepost) In a dream, a milestone represents a son, an emissary, a messenger, travels, or a pious person who serves people’s needs.

Practical Insights to Explore Your Passionate Dreams

• Reflect on Your Emotions

  Take time after awakening to reflect on the emotions you felt during your dream. Were they positive and uplifting, or were there hints of anxiety or fear? Noting these feelings can help clarify your current emotional state.

  Perhaps you feel unfulfilled in a relationship, or conversely, full of love and satisfaction. Journaling your thoughts right after waking may reveal patterns in your dreams that correlate to your waking life. Try to pinpoint any recurring themes or scenarios that make you feel particularly moved or passionate.

  This reflection can serve as a vital tool for understanding your subconscious desires.

• Communicate With Loved Ones

  If your dream involves a partner or someone close to you, consider discussing it with them. This could lead to meaningful conversations about your relationship's dynamics. Are there desires you haven't articulated?

  Use the inspiration from your dream to discuss your feelings, aspirations, and dreams. Open communication can also enhance emotional intimacy and foster a secure space where both partners feel valued. Such dialogues can turn dream experiences into reality as you explore mutual interests in your relationship.

• Embrace Your Desires

  Do not shy away from the passionate feelings that arise in your dreams. Acknowledge and embrace them. Whether through creative expression, such as painting, writing, or dancing, channeling that energy can be liberating.

  These expressions allow you to connect not just with your feelings but also with your desires consciously. Instead of repressing these sensations, celebrate them. Engaging with your passions can lead you to new insights about yourself and may inspire positive changes in your life.

• Seek Guidance or Counseling

  If dreams consistently focus on themes of passion, intimacy, or unresolved relationships, consider seeking guidance from a trusted advisor or counselor. Sometimes, external perspectives can illuminate aspects of your emotional landscape that you may overlook. Such support can help you navigate complex feelings, particularly if you are at a crossroads in your romantic life.

  Professional guidance can also provide coping strategies to address any insecurities or uncertainties arising from these dreams.

• Cultivate Mindfulness

  Practicing mindfulness may enhance your connection to both your waking life and dreams. Engage in practices such as meditation or yoga to center your thoughts and feelings, allowing clarity to emerge regarding your emotions. By being attuned to your inner self, you may begin to unlock deeper meanings behind your dreams.

  Mindfulness aids in processing intense emotions and helps you approach your relationships with authenticity, ultimately revealing paths toward greater passion and fulfillment.

FAQs

• What does it mean to dream about being passionately kissed?

  Dreaming about being passionately kissed often symbolizes a longing for closeness or desire for intimacy. This dream can indicate a need for more emotional connection in your waking life or an awakening of romantic feelings. It may also represent a wish to express love that is not being fulfilled or the exploration of new romantic possibilities.

• Can dreams of passion predict real-life events?

  While dreams of passion may not directly predict future events, they often highlight your feelings and desires, which could play a role in shaping your future. They serve as reflections of your emotional state and can inspire actions in real life if you choose to follow the essence of these emotions.

• Why do I dream about someone I'm not romantically involved with?

  Dreaming about someone outside your romantic circle may indicate exploration of traits you admire in that person or desires for qualities you wish to incorporate into your life. These dreams can also signify unresolved feelings or wishes regarding love, prompting you to examine your emotional landscape.

• Are passionate dreams associated more with desires or fears?

  Passionate dreams are often intertwined with desires. However, they can also evoke fears related to intimacy or vulnerability. The thrill of passion can bring up feelings of anxiety regarding emotional connections or fears of rejection. Understanding the balance of these emotions is essential to gain insight into their meanings.

• How can I interpret recurring passion dreams?

  Recurring dreams often signify unresolved issues or strong emotional patterns in your life. Take the time to journal these dreams to identify common themes or symbols. Reflect on your current relationships and emotional states, as these dreams tend to reflect unresolved desires or wishes for deeper connections.

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