The Significance of Curtains in Dreams: Unmasking Hidden Secrets

Dreaming of curtains can evoke a variety of emotions and interpretations, closely tied to the themes of secrecy, privacy, and revelations. Curtains often act as barriers between the inner self and the outer world, symbolizing hidden aspects of our lives that we may keep from others or even from ourselves. Within Islamic tradition, as noted by the great dream interpreter Ibni Sirin, elements found in dreams serve as profound symbols reflecting our inner thoughts and spiritual state.

When curtains appear in dreams, they might indicate an urge to explore secrets—be they your own or those of others. Whether curtains are drawn tightly, billowing in a gentle breeze, or fluttering as if beset by external forces, the context of these dream symbols can illuminate much about your personal spiritual journey, relationships, and emotional states. Thus, examining these dreams provides an opportunity for deeper self-reflection and personal growth.

Let's delve into the meaning behind these intriguing symbols.

• Curtains in dreams often represent secrets and hidden aspects of life.
• The act of drawing or lifting curtains symbolizes revealing truths.
• The manner in which curtains appear can indicate different emotional responses.
• Dreams of curtains can reflect personal privacy or barriers in relationships.
• Understanding these symbols can aid in personal reflection and growth.

Symbols

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  • Spy glass:

    (Spy glass; Telescope) In a dream, binoculars represents a notable person or the person who is looking through them. Looking with binoculars from a distance in a dream means victory over one’s adversary, attainment of one’s goals, rising in rank, spying, or happiness. If a merchant looks through binoculars in a dream, it means sovereignty, prosperity, presiding over his fellow merchants and gaining power.

    Bird’s nest:

  • Telescope:

    (Spy glass; Telescope) In a dream, binoculars represents a notable person or the person who is looking through them. Looking with binoculars from a distance in a dream means victory over one’s adversary, attainment of one’s goals, rising in rank, spying, or happiness. If a merchant looks through binoculars in a dream, it means sovereignty, prosperity, presiding over his fellow merchants and gaining power.

    Bird’s nest:

  • Askance:

    Eyes in a dream represent one’s religion or wealth. If one sees grass growing all over him but does not cover his ears or eyes in a dream, it means prosperity. One’s eyes in a dream also represent his faith and the road to victory in this life and in the next.

    One’s eyes in a dream also could represent his guidance or his heedlessness. Having many eyes throughout one’s body in a dream represents one’s piety, vigilance and excellence of character. If one sees the eyes of his heart in a dream, it means that he sees with the light of clarity.

    If one sees a man looking at him with a side glance in a dream, it means that he will suffer from an adversity, mistrust, disapproval, suspicion and disdain at the hand of such a man. If such a man opens his eyes and looks at him straight forward in the dream, it means that he will help him in his business or support his interests. If one’s eyes turn into iron in a dream, it means distress, a scandal or serious suffering from one’s community.

    If one sees himself looking at women in his dream, it means that he commits adultery with his eyes by looking and desiring what is unlawful. If one looks at someone’s eyes in a dream and likes them, it means that he will suffer from an adversity, religious corruption or jealousy. If one sees himself having an extra eye inside his body in a dream, it means that he is an atheist.

    If one sees himself having an extra eye over his shoulder in a dream, it means that he will be named to receive money in absentia. If one sees his eyes transfixed in a dream, it means that he looks suspiciously at a relative or someone else’s wife. Black eyes in a dream represent a religious person.

    A bluish-black eyes in a dream denote opposing one’s religion. Blue eyes in a dream mean religious innovations. Green eyes in a dream mean a religion which is different from all religions.

    Sharp sight in a dream means blessings, while weak sight means joblessness and living from the generosity of others. If a father sees weakness in his sight in a dream, it means that a sickness will inflict his children. If one loses his eyes in a dream, it means the death of his children.

    If a poor person or a prisoner sees that in a dream, it means that he will never become free again, or see any light for the rest of his life. If an oppressed person sees weakness in his eyes in a dream, it means that someone will help him overcome his adversities. If a traveller sees that dream, it means that he will DICTIONARY OF DREAMS 149 never return to his homeland.

    If one sees that his eyes belong to an unknown person in a dream, it means that he will become blind. If he recognizes that person in the dream, it means that he will be married to his daughter. If one’s eyes fall into his lap in a dream, it means the death of his brother or son.

    The eyes of a human being in a dream also represent his beloved, his son or his faith. Any defect in them in the dream may reflect in such people. Having one hundred eyes in a dream means money.

    The eyes of a ruler represent his spies. Eyes in a dream also represent a controller, a man or a spring. Treating one’s eyes with medicinal ointment in a dream means correcting one’s religious life or begetting a son who will become the jewel light of his father’s eyes or if one’s brother is exiled or deported from his homeland, it means that he will solicit him and entrust him with duties toward his family.

    If one sees his sight better than what people think in the dream, it means that his inner character is better than what people think, or if he sees his sight weakened though people do not know about it in the dream, it means that he keeps his faith to himself. If one’s eyes become white in a dream, they represent sorrow, or loss of a beloved. If one sees his eyes white, and if the white veil is lifted in the dream, it means that he will be reunited with his beloved and his distress will be dispelled.

    The right eye in a dream represents one’s son and the left eye represents one’s daughter. If a father sees one of his eyes being transposed to mix with the other eye in a dream, and if he has a son and a daughter, he should separate their bedrooms. Eating someone’s eye in a dream means steeling his money.

    Seeing one’s eyes without eyelashes in a dream means defying God’s laws. If one unplugs his eyelashes in a dream, it means that he will expose himself to his enemy. Seeing beautiful eyes in a dream could denote, sorcery, black magic, life or death.

    Eyes in a dream also represent one’s family, relatives, children or workers. Eyes in a dream also signify mourning someone or they could denote a sickness. Smearing one’s eyes in a dream means calamities, sufferings and punishment for one’s sins.

    To guard one’s eyes from looking at what is unlawful in a dream means heeding God’s commands.

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  • Portrait:
  • Frame of a person:

    (Build; Contour; Frame; Profile) Having a tall figure in a dream signifies pride, arrogance, stinginess, ostentatiousness or pretending to be tall. . If one sees his figure shorter than his normal size in a dream, then it denotes losing respect or nearing the end of one’s life.

    Seeing oneself beyond the common human size in a dream also denotes the near end of one’s life, or it could mean falling in rank. If someone in authority sees himself shorter in size in a dream, it means that he will lose his post, or fail to render a just verdict, or it could mean a political fight. Being smaller than usual in a dream means 158 lUii uujjim t u defeat in a war or losing a fight.

    If a politician sees himself tall in a dream, it means that he will win his political battle. (Also see Body')

  • Contour of a person:

    (Build; Contour; Frame; Profile) Having a tall figure in a dream signifies pride, arrogance, stinginess, ostentatiousness or pretending to be tall. . If one sees his figure shorter than his normal size in a dream, then it denotes losing respect or nearing the end of one’s life.

    Seeing oneself beyond the common human size in a dream also denotes the near end of one’s life, or it could mean falling in rank. If someone in authority sees himself shorter in size in a dream, it means that he will lose his post, or fail to render a just verdict, or it could mean a political fight. Being smaller than usual in a dream means 158 lUii uujjim t u defeat in a war or losing a fight.

    If a politician sees himself tall in a dream, it means that he will win his political battle. (Also see Body')

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  • Drapes:

    (Cover; Happiness; Fears; Veil) In a dream, drapes means veiling one’s private life. Drapes in a dream also represent a confidant or a trustworthy friend or a wife who covers the pitfalls of her husband, protects his business and guards him from looking at other women. If a man of knowledge sees such a dream, then drapes represent his integrity, his honorable wife and children.

    Unidentified drapes in a dream represent worries or distress. If the drapes are hanging over one’s front door in the dream, it means that such difficulties will come from the world. Old drapes in a dream represent adversities which will not last.

    Torn drapes in a dream mean happiness and joy. If they are torn vertically in the dream, they represent a quick joy. If they are torn horizontally in the dream, they mean slander against one’s family.

    Black drapes in a dream mean worries because of money, a child, or the authorities. White or green drapes mean good results. Drapes hanging over the door of a mosque in a dream represent spiritual problems or religious failure.

    Seeing drapes out of their place in a dream mean adversities, and seeing them hanging over one’s windows has no interpretation. In a dream, seeing drapes hanging over a strange environment means fears which will culminate in satisfaction. Drapes adorned with gold means hallu¬ cination or dispelling one’s worries.

    If an unmarried person sees drapes in his dream, it means that he will get married and protect his chastity, or it could mean a business that will shelter him from poverty. If a fugitive or a scared person sees himself covered with drapes in a dream, it means a shelter from what scares him. Falling through a hole while hanging to a drape in a dream means taking a long, frustrating, toiling and a distant journey.

    The bigger the drapes are in a dream, the more difficult is one’s adversity.

  • Canopy 1:

    (A canopy with drapes covering one’s bed; Mosquito net; Transparent hood) In a dream, the canopy that drapes over one’s bed represents a good woman or a well mannered man. In a dream, a canopy also may represent one’s wife, or it could mean affliction, grief, distress or darkness.

  • Attire:
• secrecy
  • Concealing knowledge:
  • Keeping a secret:

    (Secretary) In a dream, hiding a secret means concealing knowledge from those who need it, or it could mean having good nature, or having good qualities.

  • Confiding:

    (Secret; Trust) If one sees someone confiding into someone else or telling him a secret in a dream, it means the death of the second person.

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  • Portrait:
  • Illustrator:

    (Artist; Illustrator) In a dream, a painter represents knowledge, archi¬ tecture, wisdom, writing poems, writing love songs or telling lies. A painter in a dream also represents someone who conceals his acts, or hides his true face. He also could represent alcoholism, falling in love, marriage, or having children.

    Some of the painter’s works are beneficial while others are harmful. All depending on the quality of his work, its objectives, balance, resemblance to the object painted and authenticity. The characteristics of such a person in the dream may be that of a hypocrite in wakefulness, or an ostentatious person, a toadying person, a hypocrite, a panegyrist, or a lauding person, though he mostly looks as a good, sincere and a hard working person.

    The value of his paintings varies depending on the subject treated. A painter in a dream also represents a person who loves flattery, self-adulation, an eloquently speaking person, a liar, one who fails his promises, or he could represent strength and authority.

  • Paintings:

    (Art; Picture; Portrait) In a dream, paintings represent memories, guidance, or advice. Paintings in a dream also denote the passing of time, advancing of years, or the days of one’s life. As for an immigrant, paintings in his dream mean reunion with his family, beloved, or commanding good and forbidding evil.

• confidentiality
  • Concealing knowledge:
  • Conveying a secret:

    (Entrust. Also see Castration; Confiding)

  • Confiding:

    (Secret; Trust) If one sees someone confiding into someone else or telling him a secret in a dream, it means the death of the second person.

• curtains
  • Philander:

    (Flirting; Love poems; Philander) Courting a woman or singing love songs to her or displaying amorous behavior for her in public in a dream represents someone who divulges people’s secrets.

  • Armistice:

    (Armistice; Cease fire; Cessation) Negotiating a truce, or witnessing one between two armies in a dream means cessation of fear, relaxing, recovering of a sick person from his illness, caring for the wounded, extending the chances of one’s survival, profits, business, marriage, rebuilding, doing good, or perform¬ ing one’s prayers. 4DU id's oniiiin.ii's o

  • Cease fire:

    (Armistice; Cease fire; Cessation) Negotiating a truce, or witnessing one between two armies in a dream means cessation of fear, relaxing, recovering of a sick person from his illness, caring for the wounded, extending the chances of one’s survival, profits, business, marriage, rebuilding, doing good, or perform¬ ing one’s prayers. 4DU id's oniiiin.ii's o

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  • Portrait:
  • Politician:
  • Frame of a person:

    (Build; Contour; Frame; Profile) Having a tall figure in a dream signifies pride, arrogance, stinginess, ostentatiousness or pretending to be tall. . If one sees his figure shorter than his normal size in a dream, then it denotes losing respect or nearing the end of one’s life.

    Seeing oneself beyond the common human size in a dream also denotes the near end of one’s life, or it could mean falling in rank. If someone in authority sees himself shorter in size in a dream, it means that he will lose his post, or fail to render a just verdict, or it could mean a political fight. Being smaller than usual in a dream means 158 lUii uujjim t u defeat in a war or losing a fight.

    If a politician sees himself tall in a dream, it means that he will win his political battle. (Also see Body')

• privacy
  • Concealing knowledge:
  • Watchman:

    (Policeman; Security)

  • Conveying a secret:

    (Entrust. Also see Castration; Confiding)

Practical Tips for Navigating Curtain Dreams

• Reflect on Your Personal Context

  To unravel the meaning of dreaming about curtains, start by reflecting on your own life. Consider if there are aspects of your life that you might be keeping secret from others or even from yourself. Are there unresolved emotions or situations that require your attention?

  Think about the environment of the dream; were the curtains pulled back or drawn tightly? Open curtains could suggest an opportunity for revelation and honesty, while closed curtains might signal the need for introspection and self-examination. Keeping a dream journal can also be beneficial in tracking recurring symbols and emotions, allowing you to identify patterns and gain deeper insights over time.

• Embrace Vulnerability

  Your dreams can be a gentle call to embrace vulnerability. If you find yourself dreaming of pulling back curtains, it may be a prompt to uncover parts of yourself that you've shielded from the world. Opening your life to those you trust can foster deeper connections and mutual understanding.

  Begin small by sharing thoughts or feelings you usually keep private with close friends or family. As you cultivate an environment of openness, you may find that what was once hidden can now contribute to your personal growth and healing.

• Meditate on the Symbolism

  Consider integrating meditation into your practices to explore the themes of secrecy represented by curtains. Find a quiet space where you can sit in stillness and reflect on your dreams. Visualize the curtains from your dream and ask yourself what they might reveal about your own desires and fears.

  What emotions rise as you engage with the image of the curtain? Meditation can guide you to a place of calm and clarity, helping you access insights that live beneath the surface of your conscious mind.

• Seek Community and Support

  Discussing your dreams within a supportive community can enhance your understanding. Seek out friends, family, or online forums where dream interpretation is welcomed. Sharing your experience can provide fresh perspectives and might illuminate aspects of the dream that you hadn't considered.

  Sometimes, others' insights can resonate deeply and help you connect more meaningfully with the messages these dreams contain. Remember, the journey of understanding oneself can be enriched by collaboration and discourse.

• Consult a Dream Interpreter

  If you find dreaming about curtains to be a recurring theme with profound emotions attached, consider consulting someone with expertise in dream interpretation. A knowledgeable interpreter, versed in principles of ‘ilim, can guide you in exploring the layers of meaning behind your dreams. They can provide insights that are informed by cultural, spiritual, and personal contexts, helping you navigate complex feelings and uncover hidden truths within your psyche.

  This collaborative approach to understanding your dreams can illuminate pathways to deeper personal insight and self-discovery.

FAQs

• What does it mean to dream of drawn curtains?

  Dreaming of drawn or closed curtains typically signifies secrets or a desire for privacy. It may reflect aspects of your life you wish to keep hidden or emotions that are not ready to be revealed. This dream suggests a need for introspection and can be a gentle reminder to explore those hidden feelings.

• Are open curtains in dreams a positive sign?

  Yes, open curtains in dreams often symbolize honesty, transparency, and accessibility. They can indicate a willingness to share your inner thoughts and feelings with others or the opportunity to step into a new phase of your life where previously hidden truths are now being acknowledged.

• What if I see someone peeking through the curtains in my dream?

  Seeing someone peeking through curtains in your dream might suggest feelings of vulnerability or concern about privacy. It could reflect anxieties regarding others intruding into your personal life or secrets. This dream may also indicate that you are observing aspects of your own life that require attention or reflection.

• How can I differentiate between a true dream and a false dream about curtains?

  In Islamic tradition, true dreams are regarded as messages from God, while false dreams may stem from personal fears or desires. To differentiate, pay attention to the emotional weight of the dream and any messages that resonate with your life. True dreams often carry profound insights or clarity. If your dream of curtains evokes deep feelings or leaves you pondering its meaning, it may be more than just a passing thought.

• Do dreams about curtains indicate relationship issues?

  Dreams involving curtains can sometimes reflect barriers or obstacles within relationships. They may indicate feelings of distance or secrecy between you and someone close. It's vital to consider the context of the dream and your current emotional state, as such dreams might prompt you to address any underlying issues or communication barriers in your relationships.

References

• https://www.islamicdreaminterpretation.com/
• https://www.dreamdictionary.org/
• https://www.dreamscloud.com/