Discovering the Meaning of Dreams Involving Children in Imaginary Realms
Dreams are often windows into our innermost thoughts and emotions. When we dream of children in imaginary worlds, it can signify various aspects of our life, including our desires, fears, and inspirations. Children, in dreams, represent innocence, purity, and the joys of creativity.
When they appear in fantastical settings—whether frolicking in enchanted gardens or embarking on adventurous quests—they remind us of the playful spirit we all once imbibed as children. These dreams often reflect a yearning for freedom and exploration, a desire to reconnect with our inner selves in a world free of adult worries. Additionally, they may serve as reminders of our responsibilities towards the younger generation or insights into our own childhood experiences.
Such dreams can be profoundly insightful, encouraging us to embrace our imaginations and seek joy in our daily lives.
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- Dreams of children signify creativity, innocence, and spiritual connection.
- Imaginary worlds reflect our desires for freedom and exploration.
- Such dreams can symbolize personal growth or a deeper understanding of self.
Symbols
- imaginary world
- World 1:
(Creation; Lower world; Material; Woman) In a dream, the world repre¬ sents a woman, and a woman represents the world. If one sees himself departing from this world in a dream, it means that he may divorce his wife. If one sees DICTIONARY OF DREAMS 481 the world as totally destroyed and that he is the only remaining soul in it in a dream, it means that he may lose his sight.
If one sees as though the entire world is placed before him to take whatever he desires from it in a dream, it means that he may become poor, or that he may die shortly after that dream. Seeing the world in a dream also means distractions, jokes, deception, arrogance, negating promises, failing one’s promises, theft, cheating, trickery, sufferings, a prostitute, adversities, sickness, paying fines, mental depression, limitations, appointments, dismissals, or disappointments. It also may be interpreted as one’s wife, child, material growth, business success, good harvest, awakening, victory, love, or a beloved with two faces.
Whether the world appears beautiful or ugly in one’s dream, it could mean any of the above interpretations. Seeing the world in one’s dream also could be a divine guidance, showing the person what he or she must see and understand in this world. If one sees himself walking away from the world in the dream, it means that he may become a renunciate.
If one embraces the world in the dream, it means that he will amply satisfy his desire for it. If one sees himself running after it and the world running away from him in the dream, it means that the world will ultimately deceive him and lead him into temptation. In a dream, the world also represents the holy Qur’an, which is the radiant full moon of this world.
- Rug:
(Mockado carpet; World) In a dream, a rug is interpreted to represent the world.
- Black magic:
(Conjuring; Jugglery; Tricks) In a dream, magic arts mean deceit, pride, artificiality and temptations. To learn about sorcery, or black magic, or about similar arts in a dream means innovation and heedlessness. (Also Ma¬ gician; Sorcery; Spit out)
- World 1:
- children
- Gems of the eyes:
(Children)
- Little boy:
(Little boy) In a dream, a child carried in one’s arms means responsibility, distress and difficulties. A teenage child represents glad tidings or dispelling one’s worries. If one sees a beautiful looking teenage child entering a town or descending from the skies or appearing from beneath the ground in a dream, it means that the glad tidings will take effect shortly.
Seeing a mature child in a dream means power and superiority. If one sees himself as a child learning in school in a dream, it means that he will repent of a common sin he is used to commit. If one sees one of the renowned people of knowledge sitting in a kindergarten and learning along with other children in a dream, it means that he will shift to ignorance, lose his rank, or that financial changes will affect his living conditions.
If one sees himself receiving instructions like a child in a dream, it means that he will receive an inheritance from his mother. If one sees himself as a newborn child in a dream, it means that he will become wealthy and prosper. If a young boy sees himself in a dream as a child, it has a negative meaning.
If a sick person sees himself as a child in a dream, it means his death. If one sees himself as a child being reprimanded in a dream, it means that he will be conquered. In a dream, if one looks in a mirror and sees his face to be that of a child, and if his wife is pregnant, it means that she will beget a son who will look like his father.
Carrying a baby child in a dream means distress and burdens. A child in a dream represents a weak enemy who sometime shows friendliness and at other times demonstrates his enmity. If one sees that his wife has just delivered children who are playing around him in a dream, it means distress or misfortune and the consequences could be either good or bad.
Carrying a child in a dream means managing an inheritance or a financial investment. If an elderly person sees himself roaming as a little child in a dream, it means that he will commit an act of ignorance or lose his dignity, ideals or sense of honor. On the other hand, if such an elderly person who sees himself in a dream as a little child is suffering from depression or financial difficulties or health problems, then it means relief from distress and good health and that he will become free from his sins, like the day his mother gave birth to him.
If one sees that he has a little child who disdains from coming near his father in the dream, it means financial promotion and enjoyment of one’s life. If one sees a little child screaming in his lap in a dream, it means that he plays a string instrument. Children in a dream also could mean either sorrow and pain or happiness and joy.
If they are one’s own children in the dream, then they mean temptation with money. Children in a dream also could mean contentment with little or loss of one’s means to earn his livelihood or they could mean money or marriage or a flourishing business. Bereavement of a child in a dream means the opposite in real life.
It also means rejoicing, reunions, pleasures and earning respect. Bereavement of a child in a dream is sometimes interpreted to portray an intention of one’s children or wife to separate from the family. A little male child in a dream represents worries, responsibilities, hard work, catering to ignorant people or dealing with trivial and time wasting people.
If a prisoner sees himself carrying a little girl in his dream, it means that he will be released from his prison. If one who is going through hard times sees himself holding a little girl in a dream, it means that his adversities will be lifted. If he is poor, it means that he will thrive for success and the little girl then represents his glad tidings.
- Pubescence:
- Gems of the eyes:
- fictional universe
- Land:
- Landscaping:
- Current:
(Air blower; Comfort; Cooler; Current; Oscillator; Wind) A fan in a dream means comfort, relief from adversities and prosperity after poverty. In a dream, a fan also represents one’s wife, child, money, travels, or a person about whom people generally feel good. In a dream, a fan also represents a mistress, pride, or attachment to something or to someone one thinks that he cannot live without.
- youngsters
- Pubescence:
- Teenage boy:
(Teenage boy) An unknown young man in a dream represents an enemy. If the young man is known in the dream, then whatever strength, harshness, weaknesses, deceit, perfidy, or character he displays, they denote the same character in wakefulness. Walking behind an unknown young man in a dream means pursuing one’s enemy and conquering him.
If one meets an unknown young man whom he dislikes in a dream, it means that such an enemy will surface and people will abhor him. If one happens to like him in the dream, then it means that he will face an enemy whom most people like and sympathize with. If a young man sees himself turned into an old person in a dream, it means that he will suffer major losses in his life.
Ayoung man or a teenager in a dream mostly represents an enemy, for a teenager rarely respects or heeds the advice of his peers. A young man in a dream also represents deceit, betrayal, energy, or stubbornness, though he also could represent blessings and gratitude.
- Gems of the eyes:
(Children)
- fantasy realm
- Black magic:
(Conjuring; Jugglery; Tricks) In a dream, magic arts mean deceit, pride, artificiality and temptations. To learn about sorcery, or black magic, or about similar arts in a dream means innovation and heedlessness. (Also Ma¬ gician; Sorcery; Spit out)
- Eternity:
(Heaven)
- Spook:
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- Black magic:
- kids
- Gems of the eyes:
(Children)
- Little boy:
(Little boy) In a dream, a child carried in one’s arms means responsibility, distress and difficulties. A teenage child represents glad tidings or dispelling one’s worries. If one sees a beautiful looking teenage child entering a town or descending from the skies or appearing from beneath the ground in a dream, it means that the glad tidings will take effect shortly.
Seeing a mature child in a dream means power and superiority. If one sees himself as a child learning in school in a dream, it means that he will repent of a common sin he is used to commit. If one sees one of the renowned people of knowledge sitting in a kindergarten and learning along with other children in a dream, it means that he will shift to ignorance, lose his rank, or that financial changes will affect his living conditions.
If one sees himself receiving instructions like a child in a dream, it means that he will receive an inheritance from his mother. If one sees himself as a newborn child in a dream, it means that he will become wealthy and prosper. If a young boy sees himself in a dream as a child, it has a negative meaning.
If a sick person sees himself as a child in a dream, it means his death. If one sees himself as a child being reprimanded in a dream, it means that he will be conquered. In a dream, if one looks in a mirror and sees his face to be that of a child, and if his wife is pregnant, it means that she will beget a son who will look like his father.
Carrying a baby child in a dream means distress and burdens. A child in a dream represents a weak enemy who sometime shows friendliness and at other times demonstrates his enmity. If one sees that his wife has just delivered children who are playing around him in a dream, it means distress or misfortune and the consequences could be either good or bad.
Carrying a child in a dream means managing an inheritance or a financial investment. If an elderly person sees himself roaming as a little child in a dream, it means that he will commit an act of ignorance or lose his dignity, ideals or sense of honor. On the other hand, if such an elderly person who sees himself in a dream as a little child is suffering from depression or financial difficulties or health problems, then it means relief from distress and good health and that he will become free from his sins, like the day his mother gave birth to him.
If one sees that he has a little child who disdains from coming near his father in the dream, it means financial promotion and enjoyment of one’s life. If one sees a little child screaming in his lap in a dream, it means that he plays a string instrument. Children in a dream also could mean either sorrow and pain or happiness and joy.
If they are one’s own children in the dream, then they mean temptation with money. Children in a dream also could mean contentment with little or loss of one’s means to earn his livelihood or they could mean money or marriage or a flourishing business. Bereavement of a child in a dream means the opposite in real life.
It also means rejoicing, reunions, pleasures and earning respect. Bereavement of a child in a dream is sometimes interpreted to portray an intention of one’s children or wife to separate from the family. A little male child in a dream represents worries, responsibilities, hard work, catering to ignorant people or dealing with trivial and time wasting people.
If a prisoner sees himself carrying a little girl in his dream, it means that he will be released from his prison. If one who is going through hard times sees himself holding a little girl in a dream, it means that his adversities will be lifted. If he is poor, it means that he will thrive for success and the little girl then represents his glad tidings.
- Pubescence:
- Gems of the eyes:
Practical Insights for Embracing Your Dreams
- Reflect on Your Own Childhood
When you dream of children in imaginary worlds, consider reflecting on your own childhood experiences. What aspects of your youth did you cherish or wish to revisit? Journaling these memories can bring clarity to your current emotions and help you understand what your inner child is expressing through your dreams.
Identifying things like joy, freedom, or creativity may lead you to enrich those aspects in your present life, promoting a deeper connection with yourself.
- Engage in Creative Activities
Since dreams of children often symbolize creativity, it's beneficial to partake in activities that engage your imagination. Whether it’s painting, writing stories, or even playing games that ignite your creativity, nurturing this side of yourself can elevate your mood and broaden your perspective. By exploring creative outlets, you align yourself with the essence of the children in your dreams, allowing for personal growth and healing in a free-spirited manner.
- Practice Mindfulness and Meditation
Imaginary worlds portrayed in dreams can often stem from a desire for peace and tranquility. Engage in mindfulness practices such as meditation or deep breathing exercises to ground yourself. When you find calmness in your life, you may better understand what your dreams seek to convey.
It’s within this serenity that answers to your life’s questions often reveal themselves, inspired by the innocence your dreams display.
- Communicate with Children in Your Life
Whether you have children in your family, your community, or your circle of friends, take time to engage with them. Their perspectives and innocent takes on life can offer profound insights and help you reconnect with the joyful aspects of your own nature. Listen to their stories and play alongside them—these experiences can rejuvenate your spirit and inspire you to incorporate playfulness into your daily routine.
FAQs
- What does it mean to dream of children playing in an imaginary world?
Dreaming of children playing in an imaginary world symbolizes a desire for creativity and joy in your life—a longing for the carefree days of youth. It can reflect your own playful spirit or prompt you to reconnect with your passions. Such dreams often encourage you to embrace creativity and find pleasure in the simple things in life.
- Are dreams of children alone in a fantasy world significant?
Absolutely. This could indicate feelings of loneliness or a disconnection from the lightheartedness we associate with childhood. It may suggest a need to seek companionship or re-evaluate your relationships. Additionally, it highlights the importance of nurturing your inner child and allowing yourself to partake in playful activities.
- Do dreams about children indicate anything about parenting?
Indeed, they may reflect your feelings and thoughts regarding parenthood, your responsibilities, and your relationship with children around you. These dreams can often provide valuable insights into how you view nurturing and guiding the younger generation, as well as your hopes and fears tied to parenting.
- How can I use insights from these dreams in daily life?
Utilize the feelings and symbols from your dreams to identify what changes you may want to incorporate into your waking life. Whether it’s embarking on new creative ventures, approaching challenges with a childlike curiosity, or exploring deeper connections with loved ones, applying these insights can lead to a richer and more fulfilling existence.
- Can recurring dreams about children in fantasy worlds indicate something more profound?
Yes, recurring dreams highlight feelings or thoughts that require attention. They may signal unresolved issues regarding your past, your relationships with children, or areas of your life where you feel restricted. Paying close attention to these dreams can guide you toward areas in your life that need healing or exploration.
