Unlocking the Secrets of Dream Conflicts: Arguing with an Enemy

Dreaming of arguing with an enemy can be a jarring experience, often leaving us feeling unsettled upon waking. Such dreams can indicate a variety of internal struggles, illuminating areas of our lives where we might feel threatened, misunderstood, or challenged. These nocturnal conflicts might not always pertain to external enemies; rather, they often symbolize the battles we wage within ourselves.

As we navigate the complexities of life, it becomes increasingly vital to understand the significance of these dreams. They provide a unique lens through which we can examine our fears, desires, and unresolved conflicts. By reflecting on the emotions felt during the dream and the identity of the adversary, we open doors to self-discovery and potentially gain insights into how to reconcile our issues, fostering personal growth and emotional well-being.

Moreover, understanding the spiritual implications of conflict can lead us to a path of healing and self-acceptance.

• Dreaming of arguing with an enemy often reflects internal conflicts and unresolved issues.
• These dreams can signify a need for self-reflection and emotional resolution.
• The enemy in dreams may symbolize aspects of ourselves that we struggle to accept or confront.
• Conflict in a dream can serve as a catalyst for personal growth and change.
• Understanding the symbolism in dreams provides valuable insights for dealing with real-life relationships.

Symbols

• arguing
  • Controversy:

    (Controversy; Quarrel) If one sees himself quarreling with someone in a dream, it means that he will suffer extreme pressure, stress and sorrow. If one is engaged in a dispute in a dream, it means that he is wrong and must rectify the situation and make peace with the other person. If he does so, it means that he will win what his heart desires.

  • Dispute:

    (Controversy; Quarrel) If one sees himself quarreling with someone in a dream, it means that he will suffer extreme pressure, stress and sorrow. If one is engaged in a dispute in a dream, it means that he is wrong and must rectify the situation and make peace with the other person. If he does so, it means that he will win what his heart desires.

  • Trade:

    Any product that is touched by fire in the process of its manufacturing means arguments and disputes.

• disputing
  • Controversy:

    (Controversy; Quarrel) If one sees himself quarreling with someone in a dream, it means that he will suffer extreme pressure, stress and sorrow. If one is engaged in a dispute in a dream, it means that he is wrong and must rectify the situation and make peace with the other person. If he does so, it means that he will win what his heart desires.

  • Quarrel:
  • Dispute:

    (Controversy; Quarrel) If one sees himself quarreling with someone in a dream, it means that he will suffer extreme pressure, stress and sorrow. If one is engaged in a dispute in a dream, it means that he is wrong and must rectify the situation and make peace with the other person. If he does so, it means that he will win what his heart desires.

• enemy
  • Animosity:
  • Ransom:
  • Warble fly:

    (Enemy; Spy)

• adversary
  • Adverse:

    (Adverse; Contrast; Opposite) If one’s opponent is a dead person in the dream, then the good luck goes to the living in wakefulness. If the opponent is alive, then the better luck goes to the departed person. Opposition in a dream brings forth the better of the two in wakefulness.

  • Contrast:

    (Adverse; Contrast; Opposite) If one’s opponent is a dead person in the dream, then the good luck goes to the living in wakefulness. If the opponent is alive, then the better luck goes to the departed person. Opposition in a dream brings forth the better of the two in wakefulness.

  • Opposite:

    (Adverse; Contrast; Opposite) If one’s opponent is a dead person in the dream, then the good luck goes to the living in wakefulness. If the opponent is alive, then the better luck goes to the departed person. Opposition in a dream brings forth the better of the two in wakefulness.

• debating
  • Controversy:

    (Controversy; Quarrel) If one sees himself quarreling with someone in a dream, it means that he will suffer extreme pressure, stress and sorrow. If one is engaged in a dispute in a dream, it means that he is wrong and must rectify the situation and make peace with the other person. If he does so, it means that he will win what his heart desires.

  • Quarrel:
  • Competition:
• foe
  • Excrete:

    (Defecate; Excrete; Human excrements) Feces in a dream represent money. Excreting solid intestinal waste in a dream means that one will spend large amounts of money in caring for his health. Having diarrhea and defecating in public in a dream means that one should be careful about exposing himself or becoming subject to a scandal or saying dirty words.

    Excreting involuntarily, then cleaning after oneself and carrying one’s pickings in a dream means earnings and money. Feces in a dream also mean honey. Defecating in one’s bed in a dream means divorcing one’s wife.

    Walking on feces in a dream means distress or depression. Walking away from the bathroom after cleansing one’s bowels in a dream means walking away from adversities. Failing into the sewers or a toilet bowl in a dream means entering a prison.

    Defecating in one’s pants in a dream means falling into sin, humiliation, speaking bad words or using despicable expressions. Feces in a dream also represent money, hidden secrets, travels, a fight, recovering from an illness, bad thoughts, whispering of the mind, temptation or trusts. The smell of feces in a dream represents a fine, or overdoing one’s duty, or a miscarriage for a pregnant woman.

    To sally one’s clothing with someone’s feces in a dream means borrowing money from him or carrying his favor for a longtime to come. Feces in a dream also denote earnings from an unjust and a loathsome person. Excreting in a dream also means dispelling one’s worries or getting rid of one’s burdens.

    If one excretes in the 156 lisiM oiiiinin u ablution room in his dream, it means that his spendings or deeds are recognized to be a fulfillment of his desires, ostentatiousness and love for fame. If one excretes in an unknown place in a dream, it means that his deeds will not be acknowledged, nor will he receive any reward for them. Going to the bathroom in a dream means dispelling one’s worries, paying one’s debts or paying an unavoidable alimony for his children.

    Putting a shirt in the wilderness and defecating inside it rather than in the field in a dream means committing a sin and carrying its consequences for sometime to come. Excreting in the wilder¬ ness, then covering one’s feces with dirt in a dream means hiding money. To defecate in a marketplace in public in a dream means incurring God’s displeasure and the curse of His angels.

    Throwing feces at someone in a dream means starting a fight or opposing him in opinion, being unjust to him, or causing him great losses. The consequences also may backfire at the assailant. If one sees himself standing inside the sewers and searching through the filth with a stick in his dream, it means that he might become a judge and be accused of bribery or misuse of people’s money.

    Seeing human excrements in a dream means abstraction of movement, stalling of businesses, or facing complex and harmful adversities. To soil oneself with people’s feces in a dream means sickness or fear, or it could mean good benefits for a person whose acts are filthy and abominable.

  • Feet:

    In a dream, feet represent man’s uprightness, for with them one stands erect. If anything happens to one’s feet in a dream, it will reflect on his financial standing, work, toiling, his boss or his delegations. If one sees his feet pointing toward the heavens in a dream, it could denote the death of his child.

    If one’s feet turn green, it means that he will suffer business losses. If one sees himself committing loathsome sexual acts with his feet in a dream, it means that he will pursue an unlawful sexual intercourse. Walking bear footed in a dream means toiling in life, difficulties and fatigue.

    If one sees himself eating the foot of another human being in a dream, it means that he will become a close friend with him, acquire his intercession, reap success from his connection, fulfill his needs, receive benefits in his travels, or if he qualifies, he may preside over a group of poor people or guide seamen to their catch. If he is a poor person, it means that his benefits to others are greater than if he were a rich person. If a rich man sees himself eating the foot of another person in a dream, it means illness, weakness or blindness.

    As for evildoers, eating someone’s foot in a dream means imprisonment, sorrow and blame. If one sees one ofhis feet turning into a stone, it means that he will be deprived of its use. If one steps over a king or a ruler in a dream, it means that he will step over a coin of money that carries the figure of such a ruler.

    If one’s foot is amputated in a dream, it means that he will loose half ofhis wealth. If both his feet are amputated in the dream, it means that he will lose all ofhis wealth, or that he may die shortly. One’s feet in a dream also represent his parents or the leaders of the land.

    If one’s foot is fractured in a dream, it means that he should not near the people of authorities for some days or he better leave town for sometime and pray for his safety. If a sick person sees his foot broken in a dream, it may mean his death. If one sees one ofhis feet longer than the other in a dream, it means that he will travel and profit from his journey, or receive the needed help during his journey.

    If he is rich, it means that he will become sick. If a poor person sees himself having four legs in a dream, it means that he will travel and receive help to accomplish his goals. A rich person in that case may get sick, or it could mean longevity.

    DICTIONARY OF DREAMS 175 Walking on three feet in a dream means either that one will grow to be old, or that through an ailment, he will not die until he uses a cane to help him walk. If a ruler or a judge sees himself having many legs in a dream, it means that he has many helpers. If one’s feet turn into iron in a dream, it means longevity and prosperity.

    If they turn into glass in a dream, it means that he will live a short life and suffer a debilitating illness. If they turn gold in the dream, it means that he will use them to seek a lost property or a desired wealth. If they turn silver in the dream, it means that he is a philanderer and he will live in poverty, for lust for women and wealth cannot exist together.

    If one’s feet turn into led in the dream, it means that he may suffer from paralysis, unless if the dream contains other elements that denote actions which are pleasing to God Almighty. If one sees his foot without a covering skin in the dream, it means longevity. In a dream, one’s toes represent good deeds.

    Experiencing foot pain in a dream means sins and punishment or repentance and endurance. (Also see Measure; Body'; Leg; Thigh; Travels)

  • Froth:

    (Anger; Froth; Suds; Water scum) In a dream, foam or water scum represents something worthless. However, water scum may create initial wonderment in the mind or perhaps be of value. If one accumulates or collects some foamy substance in his dream, it means that he has gathered something worthless, the efforts needed to collect and preserve it could be lost time.

Practical Steps to Navigate Dream Conflicts

• Reflect on the Emotions

  After experiencing a dream where you find yourself arguing with an enemy, take some time to reflect on the emotions that arose during the dream. Was there a feeling of anger, frustration, or fear? These emotions could reveal underlying issues you may need to confront in your waking life.

  Consider keeping a dream journal where you document these feelings and any recurring themes in your dreams. This practice can help you identify patterns over time and gain clarity on what aspects of your life may be contributing to these conflicts.

• Identify the Enemy

  Take a closer look at who or what your enemy represents in the dream. This figure may symbolize a person, a situation, or even an internal conflict that you are grappling with. Acknowledging what or who your enemy is can sometimes serve as the first step in releasing the negativity attached to that figure.

  Discussing this with a trusted friend or therapist can provide additional perspectives and help you unravel the significance of this figure in relation to your life.

• Seek Resolution

  Consider ways to resolve the conflict you experienced in the dream. This can be a creative process; visualize a peaceful resolution in your mind. Imagine interacting with this enemy in a constructive way, seeking understanding rather than hostility.

  Practicing forgiveness—both toward yourself and the other person—can be a powerful means of healing. Affirmations focusing on peace and resolution can also mitigate feelings of conflict in waking life, fostering a more positive mindset.

• Meditative Practices

  Engaging in meditation or mindfulness practices can significantly benefit your emotional health. These techniques help to center your thoughts and can provide clarity on the conflicts depicted in your dreams. Find a quiet space, focus on your breath, and allow thoughts related to your dream to come to the surface.

  Reflecting on these thoughts during meditation can provide insights you might overlook in day-to-day life.

• Consult Resources

  If dream analysis intrigues you, consider reading more about the psychological interpretations and spiritual perspectives on dreams. Many texts delve into symbols within dreams, offering interpretations that can resonate with your experiences. Learning about the cultural context of dreams can also deepen your understanding, as different societies view dreams through various prisms of meaning.

FAQs

• What does it mean to dream about arguing with an enemy?

  Dreaming of arguing with an enemy often reflects unresolved conflicts within oneself or in your relationships. It may signify feelings of anger, frustration, or fear towards someone in your life or aspects of yourself that you struggle to accept. These dreams serve as a reminder to confront these emotions and seek resolution.

• Can dreams of conflict indicate personal growth?

  Yes, conflicts in dreams can serve as catalysts for personal growth. They compel you to confront and address unresolved issues, fostering emotional maturity and deeper self-awareness. By navigating these dream conflicts, you may find avenues to improve your relationships and inner peace.

• How can I interpret recurring dreams about arguing?

  Recurring dreams about arguing may indicate persistent unresolved issues in your life. Pay attention to the context of these arguments and the emotions felt. Keeping a dream journal can help you identify the root cause of these conflicts. Seek to understand what triggers these dreams and explore how they relate to your waking life.

• Is there a spiritual meaning behind dreaming of enemies?

  From a spiritual perspective, enemies in dreams can symbolize internal barriers or negative aspects of oneself. They may represent fears, insecurities, or unresolved feelings that need addressing. This dream might serve as a call for healing and self-acceptance, guiding you toward confronting and integrating those aspects.

• What practical steps can I take after having this dream?

  After experiencing a dream of arguing with an enemy, engage in self-reflection by journaling emotions and identifying the enemy's symbolism. Employ meditation to find peace, seek resolution mentally, and consider discussions with trusted individuals or mental health professionals for further insights and guidance.

References

• Ibni Sirin, The Interpretation of Dreams
• Carl Jung, Man and His Symbols
• Freud, Sigmund, The Interpretation of Dreams