Unraveling the Meaning Behind Dreams of Two Exits

Dreams are a profound doorway into our subconscious, often revealing insights and guiding us through the complexities of our waking lives. Among the myriad of dream motifs, dreams featuring two exits stand out, representing the crossroads we encounter in life. Each exit symbolizes divergent paths or decisions that may feel equally compelling, which can reflect our inner conflicts, fears, aspirations, or moral dilemmas.

These dreams invite us to introspect on the choices we face, urging us to align our decisions with our true selves. The significance of such dreams is particularly profound as they echo the timeless wisdom found within the teachings of Ibni Sirin, who emphasized the spiritual nature of our dream experiences. As they offer glimpses into the landscapes of our hearts and minds, we explore what it means to stand at the brink of choice—where one path may lead to growth and fulfillment, while another could signal challenge or risk.

Thus, understanding dreams of two exits can illuminate our life journeys, helping us reflect on how we navigate choices both big and small.

• Dreams of two exits symbolize choices and paths in life.
• Each exit may represent different opportunities or directions.
• Such dreams encourage introspection about personal decisions.
• They can reflect inner conflict or desire for clarity.
• Consult a knowledgeable person for deeper insight.

Symbols

• pair of exits
  • Corridor:

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  • Burrow:

    (Burrow; Hole; Underground passage) In a dream, a tunnel represents trickery and deception. If one sees himself digging a tunnel or a hole for someone else in a dream, it means tricking and deceiving him. If one enters the tunnel that he dug in the dream, it means that he will fall in his own trap.

    If one enters a tunnel or a burrow and cannot see light at the end of it, or if a traveller digs a hole, enters it and can longer see the skies or the stars above him in the dream, it means that thieves will rob him from his luggage, or that he will be high¬ jacked, or stopped by a band of highway robbers. If one sees himself taking an ablution or a bath inside the tunnel or in the hole in a dream, it means that he will arrest the robbers and recover his property. If one enters a tunnel and takes a bath inside it in a dream, it means that he will pay his debts, or repent for his sins, or if he is incarcerated, it means that he will be released.

    If one digs a tunnel and draws water from it or discovers a hole filled with still water inside it in a dream, it means that he earns his livelihood from trickery and deception.

  • Underground passage:

    (Burrow; Hole; Underground passage) In a dream, a tunnel represents trickery and deception. If one sees himself digging a tunnel or a hole for someone else in a dream, it means tricking and deceiving him. If one enters the tunnel that he dug in the dream, it means that he will fall in his own trap.

    If one enters a tunnel or a burrow and cannot see light at the end of it, or if a traveller digs a hole, enters it and can longer see the skies or the stars above him in the dream, it means that thieves will rob him from his luggage, or that he will be high¬ jacked, or stopped by a band of highway robbers. If one sees himself taking an ablution or a bath inside the tunnel or in the hole in a dream, it means that he will arrest the robbers and recover his property. If one enters a tunnel and takes a bath inside it in a dream, it means that he will pay his debts, or repent for his sins, or if he is incarcerated, it means that he will be released.

    If one digs a tunnel and draws water from it or discovers a hole filled with still water inside it in a dream, it means that he earns his livelihood from trickery and deception.

• circumstances
  • Chest 1:

    (Chest; Coffer) In a dream, a case represents a wife, a beautiful woman, one’s house or one’s shop. In a dream, a case also represents marriage for an unwed person and prosperity for a poor person. A suitcase in a dream means travels, or it may represent an ambassador.

  • Detergent:

    (Charity)

  • Ambulate:

    (Ambulate; Ka'aba; Mecca; Walk around) If a sinner sees himself circumambulating God’s House in Mecca in a dream, it means that he will be freed from suffering in hell-fire. If one is unmarried, it means that he will get married. If one qualifies for promotion, it means that he will receive it.

    Seeingoneself performing a pilgrimage in a dream also means circumambulating God’s house in Mecca, developing a good character, living a straight and a worthy life, safety from fear, repayment of one’s debts, delivering entrusted merchandise to their rightful owners or money to its people on demand, being trustworthy, living an ascetic life, fulfilling a promise, atonement for one’s sins, distributing expiatory gifts or interceding on behalf of a trustworthy and a noble Imam. Seeing oneself circumambulating God’s house while riding on a mare in a dream means that one will commit the abominable sin of adultery with a member of his own family or with a consanguineous blood relative with whom it is not permissible to have sexual relationship. (Also see Ka'aba; Rituals of the pilgrimage; Sa‘i)

• two exits
  • Ritual impurity:
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  • Dismissal:

    (Banishment; Chasing away; Dismissal; Driving away; Eviction; Exile; Expel) Expulsion in a dream means imprisonment. It also means es¬ tablishing the superiority of the one who gives the order and the proof of the subject’s guilt. If one is exiled from his homeland in a dream, it means that he may enter a jail.

    If one is expelled from paradise in a dream, it means that he may experience poverty. If one evicts a man of knowledge or screams at him, or bewilders him in a dream, it means that he will face an extraordinary misfortune and confront a threatening and a cruel enemy. If a religious and a pious looking person is evicted or driven away from a place in a dream, it means that he is failing to fulfill his religious vow, or it could mean that he is avoiding to remain in the company of true pious people, ascetics, people of knowledge and noble ones.

    Expulsion in a dream also could denote misbehavior or ill conduct on the part of the evictor.

• scenarios
  • Chest 1:

    (Chest; Coffer) In a dream, a case represents a wife, a beautiful woman, one’s house or one’s shop. In a dream, a case also represents marriage for an unwed person and prosperity for a poor person. A suitcase in a dream means travels, or it may represent an ambassador.

  • Story:

    In a dream, a storyteller may represent the Imam of a mosque, or the Khat'ib who delivers the Friday sermon. A storyteller in a dream also may represent one’s livelihood, or intestinal and bowel problems, or he could represent travels. If the stories are new, then they mean disturbances in one’s life.

    If they are stories of chivalry, then they represent a war. A pleasant story one tells to a king, or to man of authority in a dream represents wealth, or great profits which are distributed equitably. As for a merchant, hearing a pleasant story in a dream represents easy and quick profits from his business, and for a craftsman, it represents a sizeable contract, or an important new account.

  • Cynicism:

    (Amusement; Cynicism; Playing games; Playing) To play games or to act sprightly in a dream means pride, arrogance, being cynical, profanity or defiling what is sacred in one’s religion and lacking reverence for it. Playing backgam¬ mon in a dream means exaltation, gaining power, honor and rank, or it could denote one’s pride, arrogance and cynicism. Playing with a wedding ring in a dream means concealing secrets, except if someone else appears in one’s dream, then it could mean looking for a missing person.

    Sitting and playing with one’s heels in a dream means governing. Playing football in a dream means recon¬ ciliation or making peace with one’s enemy. If a sick person sees himself playing a game in a dream, it means recovering from his illness and returning to a normal healthy life.

    Playing cricket ball in a dream means a fight followed by reconciliation andpeace.

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  • Combat:

    (Combat; Competition; Contest; Marriage) In a dream, a duel signifies strength or a dispute with someone or disruption, dispersion or a fight. A duel with weapons in a dream means marriage to someone whose character is similar in interpretations to the weapon one is carrying in his dream. Wearing armature during a duel in a dream means marriage to a rich but deceiving person, for part of the human body is covered during the combat.

    A duel with swords in a dream means honor. Waving a sword during a duel in a dream means becoming known in one’s field.

  • Ritual impurity:
  • Competition:
• situations
  • Downgrade:

    To place things in the proper position, or to move them to a better place, or to give them abetter environment in a dream means commanding what is good and forbidding what is evil. To downgrade things by placing them in an unfitting environment in a dream means the opposite, or it could mean barter¬ ing good for evil, or unjustly depreciating and devaluating an object.

  • State 1:

    (Abode; Changing condition vs. station; Dwellings; Transient)

  • Chest 1:

    (Chest; Coffer) In a dream, a case represents a wife, a beautiful woman, one’s house or one’s shop. In a dream, a case also represents marriage for an unwed person and prosperity for a poor person. A suitcase in a dream means travels, or it may represent an ambassador.

Practical Steps for Navigating Decisions Inspired by Dreams

• Reflect on Your Current Choices

  When you have a dream about two exits, take a moment to reflect on any major decisions in your life. Ask yourself what these choices are and how they align with your values and aspirations. Journaling your thoughts can help clarify the implications of each option and guide you towards a decision rooted in your true self.

  This reflective practice, inspired by the wisdom of classical scholars, encourages you to slow down and really consider what each path might mean for you, both in the short term and long term.

• Seek Insight from Trusted Individuals

  Sometimes, sharing your dream and your feelings about the choices it represents can give you new perspectives. Trusted friends or family members can help you see aspects of the situation you might not have considered. They may provide supportive feedback or insight, potentially illuminating which path may be more beneficial for you.

  Remember, the wisdom of those around us can be a valuable tool as we navigate our life's journey.

• Meditate on Your Decision

  Engaging in meditation can be a great way to connect with your inner self and seek guidance regarding the choices represented in your dream. As you meditate, visualize both exits and notice your feelings about each one. Sometimes your intuition can provide clarity that the mind struggles to articulate.

  This practice aligns with spiritual traditions that encourage stillness and receptivity to divine inspiration, enabling you to hear the subtle messages from your heart.

• Embrace Flexibility in Decision-Making

  Dreams highlighting two exits remind us that life is often not about making a single correct choice but about embracing the journey itself and being adaptable. Each path may offer lessons and experiences that contribute to personal growth. Allowing yourself the freedom to explore different options or even to revisit decisions as circumstances change can lead to richer life experiences.

  Recognizing that either path can be valid empowers us in the face of uncertainty.

• Document Your Dream and Insights

  Keeping a dream journal can help you track recurring themes and symbols, offering deeper insights over time into your subconscious mind. Note down your feelings during the dream, the emotions tied to the exits, and any specific details that stand out. Over time, you may start to identify patterns that can guide your decision-making process in waking life.

  This practice fosters a greater understanding of oneself and enables meaningful reflection on the choices facing you.

FAQs

• What does it mean to dream of two exits?

  Dreaming of two exits typically symbolizes a major decision or choice you are facing in your life. The dream may be an invitation to reflect on your current circumstances and consider which path aligns better with your true self. This aligns with the teachings of Ibni Sirin, highlighting the importance of deep personal insight.

• Are dreams of two exits common?

  Many people experience dreams featuring multiple options or exits, especially during times of change or uncertainty. Such dreams often reflect our subconscious processing of choices and the complexities involved in making decisions.

• How can I interpret the feelings I had in the dream?

  The emotions you experience in the dream are key to interpretation. Ask yourself what feelings arose when faced with each exit. Did one choice feel freeing and the other confining? Reflecting on these feelings can reveal your subconscious preferences and fears about each path.

• Should I always follow my dreams for guidance?

  While dreams can offer insightful guidance, they should be viewed as a complementary tool in decision-making, rather than the sole basis. It’s essential to consider your waking circumstances and consult trusted individuals or sources of wisdom when making significant choices.

• Can the exits in my dream represent more than just choices?

  Yes, the exits can also symbolize different aspects of yourself or your life journey. For instance, one exit might represent stability while another indicates growth or change. Consider what each exit evokes for you personally to gain richer insights.

References

• Ibni Sirin's Dream Interpretation Library
• Mevlana Rumi's spiritual teachings