Dreams about bad weather often seem negative to dreamers. If a thunderstorm raged in the night dreams, thunder thundered and heavy rain poured, a person wakes up alarmed. Of particular concern to many is the sparkling lightning in the sky. But is this symbol so clear in a dream? Let's talk about this in the article.
The meaning of the image of lightning in dreams
The meaning of the image of lightning in dreams has been studied since the 16th century. The first to decipher such dreams was the famous French alchemist and pharmacist Michel de Nostrdam, better known as Nostradamus. Later, many esotericists, parapsychologists, and, closer to the 19th century, psychoanalysts took up the analysis of this image. These researchers, based on their own knowledge and worldview, determined their own interpretations of the image of lightning in a dream and created dream books.
Modern somnological scientists argue that the considered natural phenomenon, appearing in a dream, does not necessarily predict any event in the near future. Such a dream can also be the result of an outbreak of anger or other strong emotions of a negative spectrum experienced during the day. However, in order to accurately determine the meaning of lightning in a dream, it is necessary to rely on the following plot nuances of a dream:
- The type of natural phenomenon that a person saw in a dream;
- The nature of the action of lightning;
- Human actions and behavior in a dream.
Let us consider in more detail each of the above parameters for the interpretation of sleep.
By type of lightning
Important in the interpretation of a dream is the type of lightning that occurred in a dream:
- Horizontal lightningpenetrating the vault of heaven, accompanied by a thunderclap and a gale of wind, warns that a person should learn to control his emotions;
- Vertical discharge striking from the clouds into the ground and accompanied by peals of thunder, a dream as a warning. Inevitable changes occur in a person’s life, he should be constantly on the alert;
- Cloud Collision Flash means a conflict of interest between loved ones. Perhaps the dreamer expects a serious quarrel with a loved one. He needs to learn to compromise. Otherwise, he will lose love;
- Fireball in a dream means that a person cannot get rid of excruciating obsessive thoughts. In some cases, such a dream warns of possible persecution by an obsessive fan;
- Outbreaks during a storm descending from heaven to earth with a solid electric canvas, symbolize an obstacle to the achievement of an important goal. Sleep becomes extremely alarming if the phenomenon is accompanied by peals of thunder;
- Volumetric zipper hit the ground after a thunderclap, signifies unexpected news. The news will turn out to be bad if someone was injured during an electric shock;
- Lights of St. Elmo - unusual electric discharges in the form of a brush or a cobweb, dream of sad news;
- Volcanic lightning during the eruption of a volcano symbolize violent emotions in a love relationship.
If you dream of lightningGrowing from low clouds to the sky (sprites), a dream portends some stiffness in opportunities for a while. During this period, you do not need to make important decisions - the situation will turn against you.
By the nature of the actions of lightning
Of great importance in the interpretation of a dream is what happens to lightning in a dream:
- If you dream that a discharge from heaven hits the earth near you soon you will hear news that will change your fate. In any case, be prepared for the unexpected, they will not necessarily be bad;
- If you dreamed that a tree was damaged by a lightning strike, in reality you have to part with your loved one;
- If dreaminglightning that struck the ground and brightly illuminated the space around, so in reality you often have to envy the success of those around you. Miller's dream book also gives another interpretation of such a dream, perhaps you will soon become the reason for gossip and gossip;
- If dreaming lightning and thunder in a dream while bright flashes of electric discharges are accompanied by loud peals of thunder, such a dream portends some negative event that will soon happen to the dreamer;
- If dreaming ball lightning flown into the house, you should prepare for an extraordinary incident. If you are fond of gambling, give them up in the current period. If in a dream the ball has hurt you, get ready for the fact that you have to cope with the daunting task in reality;
- If in a dream lightning struck the dreamer, Miller's dream book portends a quick love. If a person is hit by a ball discharge, he will become the organizer or protagonist of some important incident or scandal;
- If dreamed thunderstorm with lightning raging at sea, a dream portends difficult trials. According to the Everyday Dream Book, a dream in which there is lightning and a thunderstorm may mean that you have to wallow in a routine;
- If a lightning strike in a dream killed a person you knowvery soon his fate will change. Death in night dreams is the opposite. This means that if a person dies in a dream, in life he will be happy;
- If dreamed vertical lightning flying in the window, sleep is a warning that you are in danger. Be sure to pay attention to the house that appears in the dream, most likely, it is directly related to the upcoming troubles. If this is your own home, expect family quarrels and scandals;
- If the discharge sparkles in the distance, without causing the slightest harm to living beings, according to Freud's dream book, such a dream speaks of an upcoming acquaintance with an interesting man of the opposite sex at first glance. However, with close communication you will come to the conclusion that this brightness is pretentious, and in fact this person is not worthy of you;
- If lightning flashes behind your back, you feel it, but don’t see it, then expect unpleasant gossip that will negatively affect your reputation.
According to Freud’s dream book, if lightning destroys your home you should reconsider your relations with your near and dear ones. Perhaps your love and guardianship are too intrusive and destructive.
According to human actions
The dreamer's actions and emotions are also decisive for the interpretation of the image from night dreams:
- The dreamer dreamed that he scared of lightning, means that in reality he will have to rely only on his own strength;
- Feel intense anger in a dream, when you see a flash in the sky, it means that in reality you will quickly resolve a difficult situation and even be able to profit from what happened;
- If in your dream you don't feel any emotions at all about the weather, in reality you will only become a passive observer of the changes that occur with others;
- See the black lightning in the sky illuminating everything around - this is an extremely negative sign, foreshadowing suffering and misfortune;
- Hold a glowing ball lightning in your hands and to control her actions in a dream means that in reality you will gain more power over many people. You will find prosperity and good luck;
- See a flashing spherical discharge nearby, not hitting you at the same time, means that a loud and significant event will happen soon, if the ball flies very close to the dreamer, he will be a direct participant in such an event;
- Die from a lightning strike dreams of betrayal of a loved one. If you heard the peals of thunder before dying in a dream, you might be the victim of a conspiracy;
- Stay where the lightning struck before means to surrender to the expectations of new love, but secretly dream of the old (according to Miller's dream book);
- See in a dream lightning in the sky and enjoy this phenomenon dreaming of changes in life that will suit you completely;
- Run away in an electric discharge means in reality avoiding changes in one’s life. It is necessary to reconcile with the changes, because they cannot be avoided;
- To reanimate the person who was struck by lightning, dreams of providing the dreamer with the necessary psychological assistance. Most likely, the one you resurrected in a dream will come to your aid.
Of particular importance in a dream is thunder and lightning for people in custody. If a prisoner dreams of a bright electric flash and peals of thunder, then the person will soon be released under an amnesty.
Why does a woman dream of lightning?
Female dreams are often more imaginative and deeper than men's dreams. This is due to the increased susceptibility of the woman’s subconscious, her deep emotionality and sensitivity. Therefore, the importance of the image of lightning for women also differs from the generally accepted one. Therefore, when deciphering a dream, you should first focus on the Female Dream Book, according to which:
- Vision of lightning in a dream to a woman portends a short-term bright event, memories of which will soon disappear just like an electric flash;
- A flash flashed overhead - expect an unexpected inheritance or other source of profit;
- To see how an electric discharge lit up everything around, for a girl means to become an object of gossip of close friends;
- See a friend in the light of lightning means that in real life you envy her. Try to overcome this negative feeling in yourself. Otherwise, you will lose your girlfriend;
- If dreamed a thunderstorm lit up by many flashes a dream portends trouble. More time should be devoted to the family and spouse, otherwise there will be serious contention;
- If a woman dream of a thunderstorm at a time when someone in her family is sick, a flash of lightning means a deterioration in the health of a sick relative;
- Stand on the edge of a raging volcano and to see sparkling volcanic lightning for a woman means to completely plunge into the abyss of passions. Sleep warns that in this way you can miss important events in life.
For a young girl, an electric discharge in the sky, according to Freud's dream book, portends an acquaintance with a passionate admirer. However, his passion is as fleeting as the flash of lightning in heaven. This dream warns that one should not believe in eloquence and passion, such a man needs exclusively carnal pleasures and admiration for his irresistible appearance.
Interpretation of lightning in a dream according to different dream books
As mentioned above, the image of lightning in a dream has been studied for more than one century. Over the years, many dream books have appeared that facilitate the interpretation of dreams. However, often the interpretation of the image in one dream book can be very different from the interpretation of another. This is due to the different focus of the researchers. Some of them prefer the esoteric interpretation, others - psychoanalytic.
In the case of studying a dream in which a thunderstorm with thunder and lightning had a dream, we recommend that you pay attention to the following dictionaries of the interpretation of dreams:
- Dream Book of Gustav Miller, eminent psychoanalyst and researcher of dreams;
- Sigmund Freud's Dream Book, world famous sexologist and psychoanalyst;
- Family dream book considering the image of lightning exclusively from an esoteric point of view;
- Dream Interpretation of Nostradamus - The first dictionary of interpretation of dreams in which this symbol was considered.
We consider each interpretation option separately.
According to the dream books of Miller and Freud
According to Gustav Miller, lightning most often portends success, but within a very short time. A flash in the sky can warn of a grief or streak of failure, but also not long-term ones. Depending on the plot features of sleep, this image may mean the following:
- If lightning struck in the face of the dreamer and he was shocked, he will rejoice at the success of a close friend;
- A discharge that struck in the back portends unpleasant gossip and rumors;
- Black lightning among formidable clouds portends a short period of failure;
- If the dreamer in a dream dies from a lightning strike, a dream predicts unexpected grief;
- To be lit by lightning means being in the spotlight.
In turn, Sigmund Freud interprets the image of lightning as a symbol of sexuality and fleeting passion. According to the dream book of this psychoanalyst:
- If in a dream lightning struck you, but you didn’t feel any discomfort, expect a pleasant update in your personal life. Soon there will be a bright and interesting person with whom you will have a passionate relationship without obligation;
- If in an electric shock hit you and it hurt you will not enjoy the intimacy with a new partner and begin to shun it;
- If in a dream lightning struck where your loved one stood he will soon have problems in sexual terms, and there will be a certain proportion of your guilt;
- If lightning destroyed an object Pull yourself together. Your passion becomes destructive.
In order to correctly choose a psychoanalytic dream book for interpreting a dream, you need to determine what interests you more - the sexual side of your life or the everyday one. In the first case, you should refer to Freud's interpretation, in the second - Miller.
According to the family dream book and the dictionary of interpretations of Nostradamus
Esoteric dream books differ in less specific wording and relative scale of interpretation. This is especially true of the famous dream book of Nostradamus, according to which:
- If you dreamed that you took the thunderbolt this means that in life you should learn restraint, otherwise you will become the cause of many troubles;
- See a ball discharge coming down from the sky means the threat of invasion from outer space;
- To dream the death of a large number of people affected by ball lightning, means in reality to witness an environmental disaster;
- If in a dream you saw the flash and heard the thunder you need to rethink your life priorities.
In turn, the family dream book interprets the image of lightning more capaciously and transparently. In this way:
- Sparkling flash dream of a new romantic love in the sky, which will occupy almost all of your free time;
- Lightning destroyed your personal belongings - get ready for a big quarrel with relatives;
- Someone from the family suffered from the discharge - negative changes will come in his personal life;
- Ball lightning passed by without harming - a dream had a big win;
- A direct discharge split a small object - to a serious quarrel with friends.
In order to choose the right esoteric dream book, trust your intuition.
