Dreaming of Snakes
Dreaming of a snake placed on the back of a woman's head by a child, with the sound of the snake hissing, signifies that someone will persuade her to give up some property for her own good, but later she will discover herself trapped in an enemy's sinister plot and unable to escape.
Dreaming of walking with a friend while snakes appear on the path behind, indicates that someone has devised a conspiracy to harm both you and your friend, but you will be able to sense it.
Dreaming of a friend controlling a snake suggests that you will hire a highly capable representative to help you resist evil influences.
A woman dreaming of hypnotizing a snake implies that someone wants to take away your rights, but you will be protected by the law and influential friends.
Dreaming of an enemy being bitten by a snake suggests that the adversaries will harm each other and both will be defeated.
Dreaming of a snake biting one's wife signifies an inauspicious omen, indicating that you may encounter sorrow or misfortune.
Dreaming of a snake catching a mouse is an ominous symbol, indicating that unfortunate news will come, possibly resulting in the loss of investments or dissatisfaction in work.
Dreaming of a snake fighting with a cat is an auspicious sign, indicating that all misfortunes in life will pass, and you will enter a new phase of life. Seize the opportunity.
Dreaming of a snake transforming into a dragon suggests that you will receive assistance from a noble person, bringing you good luck.
Dreaming of a dragon and a snake together is auspicious, indicating prosperity in wealth.
A woman dreaming of a snake and holding it in her arms suggests the joy of having a child.
Dreaming of a long coiled snake indicates good luck in studying and learning. For example, a new math teacher who matches your preferences arrives, so in order to make a good impression, you start studying math that you used to dislike.
Interpretation of snake dreams based on the Book of Changes (I Ching):
Snakes are commonly seen animals in dreams. According to popular beliefs, dreaming of snakes symbolizes wealth, but in dream analysis, snakes have multiple meanings such as sexuality, wisdom, and intuition.
In women's dreams, snakes often represent male genitalia. For example, if a girl dreams of a small snake biting her leg, according to contextual analysis, the small snake represents male genitalia, and the biting process represents sexual activity.
In men's dreams, snakes symbolize women. For example, a young man dreams of being entwined by a large python with its head pressed against his own head. The "large python" represents his mother, and being entwined symbolizes restriction. This dream suggests that in real life, his mother exercises strict control over him, affecting the development of his independence.
In some men's dreams, snakes also represent the feminine aspects of their personality. If the appearance of a snake in the dream causes fear, it indicates that the dreamer does not accept the feminine aspects of their character and reflects a latent fear in interactions with women.
Dreaming of snakes also symbolizes wisdom. For example, a senior executive in a company dreams of receiving a staff with a carved snake, and he is very happy. The "staff" represents his current career and authority, while the "snake" represents wisdom. In many mythologies and folk tales, snakes appear as wise beings and deities, so when the appearance of snakes in dreams has a mythical quality, they often represent wisdom.
Dreaming of snakes can also symbolize intuition. Intuition is one of the four psychological functions of humans (the other three being sensation, thinking, and feeling), and it guides people on "how to do" things. Snakes, as sensitive creatures, resemble human intuition. Therefore, people often receive "insights" from snakes in dreams. For example, a student dreams of a snake crawling under his mattress and disappearing, while he was looking for his meal card during the day. The next day, he skeptically lifted the mattress and found the meal card. In reality, it was his intuition that helped him find the meal card, and the snake in the dream symbolized his intuitive activity.
The "mystery" is also a prominent characteristic of snakes. Swiss psychologist Carl Jung often encountered snakes in his dreams. Both he and his analytical psychology were associated with the term "mystery," so his connection with snakes was "close." His "intuition" and "sense of mystery" both originated from the "snake" within him.
Dreaming of snakes can also symbolize "temptation." Lastly, there is the widely unaccepted "beautiful snake," representing temptation.
The temptation of snakes is evident in their hunting behavior, where they stare motionlessly at their prey, such as a frog, causing it to lose its alertness, and then strike suddenly. Similarly, if a similar scenario appears in a dream, such as being stared at by a snake, it often symbolizes encountering a highly tempting person.
Training oneself to treat snakes well in dreams is generally more beneficial than resorting to methods like killing, burning, or throwing them, especially when encountering snakes in dreams accompanied by feelings of fear. Studies in imagery psychology have shown that snakes, as common symbols in dreams, often carry significant psychological energy. Using methods like killing, burning, or throwing them can disrupt the overall balance of psychological energy. Therefore, the best approach when encountering snakes in dreams is to pay attention to them and train oneself to handle them properly.
It can be challenging to "treat" snakes well in the dream itself, but it is still possible to "remedy" the situation after waking up. One can tell oneself after the dream that if they dream of snakes or similar scenarios again, they should first observe carefully and not rush to take action. Alternatively, one can imagine themselves returning to the snake scene in the dream and deeply experiencing the emotions present in that dream until they gain a clear understanding. The benefit of these practices is that the psychological energy represented by the snake in your mind is not suppressed but can be utilized for your psychological growth.
In dream analysis from a psychological perspective, dreaming of snakes suggests the possible appearance of a "slippery" person or situation. This refers to a specific occasion where you cannot trust someone or a person whom you know but cannot control. Snakes are also associated with money.
Dreaming of snakes implies unresolved issues related to sexuality or a fear of sexual behavior, as snakes are associated with sexuality.
Symbolically, snakes in dreams represent moral decay and deception on a spiritual level. In ancient mythology, the snake biting its own tail symbolizes perfection, endless vitality, and power. When you are willing to devote yourself to spiritual self-sufficiency, this symbol may appear in your dreams.
Dream Analysis Case Study:
[Dream Example 1]
Dream: I am terrified of snakes. Whenever I think of snakes, I shudder. But I keep dreaming of snakes. In my dreams, I am either bitten by snakes or they coil around my body. It's extremely frightening, and I wake up scared every time.
(Female, 33 years old)
Dream analysis: Dreaming of snakes represents the expression of sexual desires. According to Freud, snakes symbolize the female genitalia, so for women, dreaming of snakes indicates longing for and dissatisfaction with sexual desires. In the East, dreaming of snakes sometimes symbolizes money. In the West, dreaming of snakes symbolizes many difficulties, obstacles, and deceitful behaviors. If you dream of snakes coiling around your body, it indicates that you have been a slave to repressed sexuality during this period of infatuation. If you are bitten by a snake, be cautious of unexpected accidents. If there are many snakes, it indicates an unfavorable environment.
[Dream Example 2]
Dream: There was a person who dreamed of putting a snake in their pocket to play with it, but later the snake crawled away and entered a storage room through a crack in the door, and no matter how they searched, they couldn't find it. The person woke up in anxiety.
Dream analysis: This dream is an inauspicious dream. The snake represents deceitful individuals and conspiracies. The snake entering the storage room indicates that the dreamer's secrets will be known by malicious people, and the dreamer will be harmed by others. Be cautious of rumors, especially in interpersonal relationships, and avoid offending others.