Dreaming of Lanterns
On one hand, lanterns symbolize hope in overcoming difficulties. On the other hand, dreaming of bright red lanterns may also have sexual connotations.
Dreaming of holding a lantern suggests overcoming challenges through personal effort.
Dreaming of hanging lanterns indicates good things to come.
Dreaming of extinguished lanterns or lanterns blown out by the wind signifies encountering misfortune and sorrow.
The scene of light shining through the paper of a lantern in a dream symbolizes the eventual triumph over difficulties, emerging from adversity, and achieving goals.
Dreaming of a woman approaching with a lantern suggests that family difficulties and troubles will be resolved smoothly, leading to a comfortable and prosperous life.
Married men and women dreaming of large red lanterns hanging high serve as a reminder not to stray from their commitments.
Modern psychological interpretation:
Dream interpretation: Lanterns represent overcoming difficulties. The light of the lantern shining through the paper symbolizes overcoming obstacles to achieve one's ideals.
Psychological analysis: Dreaming of holding a lantern indicates getting caught in a predicament, but all difficulties are temporary, and there will be a way to resolve them. If a woman is seen approaching with a lantern, it indicates that family difficulties and problems will be resolved, symbolizing abundance and prosperity.
Dreaming of an extinguished lantern suggests being unable to overcome resistance, leading to misfortune.
Dream Analysis of Lanterns:
Dream: I dreamt that I was living in a small cottage with a tidy courtyard. In the courtyard, there was a big tree with a large red lantern hanging from it, giving a sense of antiquity.
(Male, 35 years old)
Dream analysis: The red lantern represents relationships between the sexes. For men, dreaming of a lantern hanging high serves as a warning against engaging in inappropriate sexual relationships. For women, dreaming of a lantern hanging high is a reminder not to cheat on their partners.
The meaning of dreaming of candles depends on the specific circumstances. Dreaming of a lit candle suggests that your life will improve.
Dreaming of an unlit candle indicates possible disappointment in love. Dreaming of a shorter candle serves as a reminder not to miss opportunities. Dreaming of holding a candlestick suggests an increase in social activities. Dreaming of candle flames symbolizes joyous events and love.