The Profound Influence of Curtains in Dreams

Dreaming of curtains is a fascinating topic that connects deeply to our sense of privacy and social status. Curtains are often associated with what we choose to reveal or conceal about ourselves. In dreams, they can signify our desire for privacy or reflect our feelings about our social standing.

As we navigate through life, the way we perceive ourselves and how we wish to be perceived by others can manifest in our dreams through this common household item. The intricacies of curtains—such as their colors, patterns, and condition—can unveil layers of emotion and insight regarding our aspirations or fears. Understanding the role of curtains in dreams can lead us to a richer comprehension of our inner selves and how we relate to the world around us.

In this exploration, we will delve into various interpretations and practical advice inspired by classical perspectives, offering a compassionate approach to understanding these dream symbols.

• Curtains symbolize privacy and concealment.
• Dreams of curtains may reflect one's social status or aspirations.
• Colors and condition of curtains can indicate emotional states.
• These dreams offer insights into personal relationships and boundaries.
• Understanding this dream can guide self-reflection and growth.

Symbols

• blinds
  • 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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  • Rising in station:

    (Rank; Status) In a dream, rising in station means falling in people’s esteem. Love to preside over others in a dream means the reversal of one’s conditions for the worst. If one sees himself in a dream working hard at winning a leadership position, and if he wins an election in the dream, it means that he will grow in arrogance, then suffer from humiliation.

    Turning down an offer for a high rankingposition or an elevated station in a dream means earning respect, honor, status and happiness. (Also see Army’s flag; Rank)

  • Religious rank:

    (Ceremony; Religious rank) Awarding a meek person a ceremonial rank or a station of honor in a dream represents a wedding, a job, or a good deed through DICTIONARY OF DREAMS 353 which God Almighty will raise such a person in station.

  • Destitution:

    (Destitution; Poverty) To express one’s need to God Almighty and to receive an answer for one’s prayers in a dream means satisfying one’s needs.

• drapes
  • 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:
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  • 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

• social rank
  • Religious rank:

    (Ceremony; Religious rank) Awarding a meek person a ceremonial rank or a station of honor in a dream represents a wedding, a job, or a good deed through DICTIONARY OF DREAMS 353 which God Almighty will raise such a person in station.

  • Rising in station:

    (Rank; Status) In a dream, rising in station means falling in people’s esteem. Love to preside over others in a dream means the reversal of one’s conditions for the worst. If one sees himself in a dream working hard at winning a leadership position, and if he wins an election in the dream, it means that he will grow in arrogance, then suffer from humiliation.

    Turning down an offer for a high rankingposition or an elevated station in a dream means earning respect, honor, status and happiness. (Also see Army’s flag; Rank)

  • Rank:

    (Ceremony; Religious rank) Awarding a meek person a ceremonial rank or a station of honor in a dream represents a wedding, a job, or a good deed through DICTIONARY OF DREAMS 353 which God Almighty will raise such a person in station.

• social standing
  • Religious rank:

    (Ceremony; Religious rank) Awarding a meek person a ceremonial rank or a station of honor in a dream represents a wedding, a job, or a good deed through DICTIONARY OF DREAMS 353 which God Almighty will raise such a person in station.

  • Rising in station:

    (Rank; Status) In a dream, rising in station means falling in people’s esteem. Love to preside over others in a dream means the reversal of one’s conditions for the worst. If one sees himself in a dream working hard at winning a leadership position, and if he wins an election in the dream, it means that he will grow in arrogance, then suffer from humiliation.

    Turning down an offer for a high rankingposition or an elevated station in a dream means earning respect, honor, status and happiness. (Also see Army’s flag; Rank)

  • Bias:

    In a dream, bragging represents a tyrant, an unjust person, or an aggressor. If the person seen in a dream is already dead, it is a warning for his family. It also means failure to satisfy one’s religious obligations.

    If the person noted in the dream is sick, then it means that he may be nearing his death. If he is healthy, then bragging while yawning in a dream means affliction with an illness.

Practical Tips to Decode Your Dream About Curtains

• Reflect on Your Emotions

  When you dream of curtains, take a moment to reflect on your emotions at the time of the dream. Consider how the curtains appeared—were they drawn or open? This can signify your current emotional state; drawn curtains may indicate feelings of shyness or the need for privacy, while open curtains might reflect a newfound confidence or desire for openness.

  By noting your emotions, you can begin to understand what aspects of your life might require introspection or sharing with others.

• Consider Your Social Standing

  Think about your current social status and how you perceive it. Are you feeling content or striving for more recognition? Dreams of curtains can reflect your concerns about how others view you.

  If you've dreamt of luxurious curtains, it could symbolize aspirations toward wealth or acceptance in a social circle you admire. Take this opportunity to evaluate your feelings and consider how you might adjust your path to align more closely with your true desires.

• Engage in Self-Exploration

  Use the dream as a starting point for deeper self-exploration. Journaling your thoughts and feelings about the dream can provide insight into hidden desires or anxieties. Ask yourself questions about what curtains represent for you personally—are they a source of comfort or discomfort?

  This practice can help you gain clarity and lead to personal growth by addressing any unresolved issues.

• Discuss with Close Friends or Family

  Sometimes discussing dreams with those close to you can illuminate perspectives you might not see. Share your dream about curtains with friends or family and invite their insight. They may offer valuable interpretations based on their understanding of your life circumstances.

  This dialogue can strengthen your relationships and provide support as you navigate feelings of social standing or personal privacy.

• Seek Spiritual Guidance

  If your dream leaves you feeling unsettled or confused, consider seeking guidance from someone knowledgeable in spiritual or dream interpretation. This could be a mentor, a trusted figure in your religious community, or an experienced dream interpreter. They can help provide context and advice, ensuring you gain a deeper understanding of the dream and its significance in your life.

FAQs

• What does it mean to dream of curtains being drawn?

  Dreaming of drawn curtains typically symbolizes privacy or a desire to hide aspects of your life from others. It may suggest feelings of insecurity or a need for solitude. Reflect on what you are trying to conceal or the areas of your life where you might want to impose boundaries.

• Why do I dream about colorful curtains?

  Colorful curtains in dreams can represent various emotions and themes in your life. Bright colors often signify joy, optimism, or creativity, while darker shades may indicate sadness or introspection. Consider the colors’ meanings and how they resonate with your feelings or experiences.

• Can curtains in a dream reflect my social status?

  Yes, curtains often symbolize how we perceive ourselves and how we wish to be perceived socially. Luxurious or grand curtains can indicate aspirations for higher status or acceptance in elite circles, while shabby curtains might reflect feelings of inadequacy or dissatisfaction with one’s social position.

• What does it mean to see curtains blowing in the wind in a dream?

  Curtains blowing in the wind often symbolize change and openness. This dream may suggest that you are ready to embrace new opportunities or express yourself more freely. It can also indicate a breezy, carefree attitude towards life’s transitions.

• How can I interpret dreams about falling curtains?

  Falling curtains in your dream may symbolize a collapse of barriers you have set up, suggesting an emotional breakthrough or the need to confront hidden feelings. This dream can signal a release from something that has kept you from fully engaging with your personal relationships or responsibilities.

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