In general, the cross a symbol of faith, spirituality and hope, but it also point to other aspects of our lives, indicates a small lapse in judgment.
For example, if you dream of a cross while going through a difficult time, it this should be taken as a sign that there is hope that you will find your way out of this difficult phase, sadly a warning signal for a part of yourself that needs to be healed, either physically or mentally. The cross also mean that one should reflect on one's beliefs in order to meet life's challenges, suggests some extraordinary problem or issue that you are trying to deal with in your life. It also be a sign of spiritual purification and renewal when going through a difficult time or crisis, a hint for some misfortune or unlucky threat.
On the other hand, the cross in a dream also have negative meanings, especially if it is accompanied by grief or suffering becomes, a clue for a threat to your safety and freedom. It indicate struggling with guilt or regret, or fear of upcoming obstacles or difficulties, an indication for repressed desires of your own appearance and passion. It also be interpreted as a sign of pain or sorrow, a message for your giving nature.
If one is a believer, a dream about the cross possibly have a spiritual meaning, a hint for your desire or need to escape from a restrictive situation or relationship. It an indication of being drawn closer to God or a higher power, represents luck and chance.
Regardless of the exact meaning of the cross in the dream, it serve as a reminder that we reflect on our beliefs and on the belief in should trust something higher to guide us through life's challenges and difficulties, suggests issues of in a relationship.
In summary, a dream of the cross have many different meanings, a sign for the burdens that you are literally carrying on your shoulders. It a sign of hope, faith and spirituality, but also of sorrow, suffering and difficulties, denotes initiative and direction.Some dreams mere reflections of our daily experiences, while others have hidden meanings that require interpretation, symbolises opportunities that are readily available to you.
Dreaming of a cross symbolize sacrifice, suffering, or redemption, sadly draws attention to suffering, martyrdom, death and sacrifice. It represent a burden or a responsibility you are carrying in your daily life, points to the need for need to fit into a new situation or role. Alternatively, it signify a need for spiritual guidance or a desire for protection from negative forces, a symbol for someone who is plain.
Christian Symbol: For Christians, the cross is a symbol of faith, hope, and love, expresses tears, crying and sadness. Dreaming of a cross indicate the need to strengthen oneâs faith or to seek divine intervention in oneâs life, stands for your voice to express how you are really feeling. Pagan Symbol: Some pagan cultures see the cross as a symbol of the four elements â earth, air, fire, and water, a portent for something you have forgotten to do. Dreaming of a cross indicate the need to balance these four elements in your life, a premonition for speed, agility and athleticism.
Christianity: For Christians, dreaming of a cross an invitation to deepen oneâs relationship with God, signifies temporary setbacks toward achieving your goals. It also be a reminder of the sacrifices made by Jesus on the cross, states the hardships, risks or failures you are faced with in your endeavors. Paganism: In certain pagan traditions, the cross is associated with the goddess of fertility and the cycle of life, symbolises docility and conformity.
Western Culture: In Western culture, the cross is a widely recognized symbol of Christianity, refers to weakness. Ancient Cultures: In some ancient cultures, the cross was revered as a symbol of the union between heaven and earth, suggests your wise decisions.
A cross in your dream represent a burden or a conflict that you are struggling to resolve, indicates with you are. This conflict internal or external, and dreaming of a cross signify your need for resolution or closure, something that you are trying to manipulate.
Consider what the dreams attempting to tell you, and what steps you take to address any issues or concerns that have arisen, an indication for your need improve your communication skills or learn to express yourself more clearly. Journaling or speaking with a therapist or spiritual advisor help you to gain deeper insight into the meaning of your dreams, your need to lean on others for help.
Cross: Dreaming of a cross a sign of spiritual guidance and protection, signals responsibilities and expectations. It a sign that you are being guided on your spiritual journey, or that you are being watched over by a higher power, a hint for an aspect of yourself that does not want to grow up. It also symbolize the need to find balance in your life, or to find peace and harmony, a sign for celebration and festivities. Alternatively, it represent the need to make a difficult decision or to take a stand for something you believe in, draws attention to life experiences of being continually disappointed.
(1) It may mean simply ‘no-go’: that something in your life has come to an end; or that it ought to come to an end. Look deeper into yourself for new directions, in both senses of the word.
(2) It may be a crossroads sign.
See also Crossroads.
(3) Is the cross in the dream a burden? If so, don’t be too ready to accept the notion that crosses have to be borne. Discover what it is in your life or in yourself that constitutes a ‘cross’, and then remove it - dissolve it with a proper self-love. Burdens prevent you from reaching your full stature as a person.
(4) The cross may be a symbol of death. It may be that your present self, or something in you, must ‘die’ as a necessary prelude to new and fuller life.
(5) It may be a symbol of martyrdom. Is the martyrdom something you feel as an oppressive and crippling restraint, or is it self-imposed? These are not absolute alternatives: what is consciously felt as an undeserved punishment may be unconsciously self-inflicted - for some imagined guiltiness.
(6) A crucifix (cross with the crucified one fastened to it) will carry the symbolism of crucifixion, which may be either martyrdom (as in (5) above), or severe restraining of‘bodily^ or ‘earthly5 desires. Alternatively, it may represent extreme neglect of some psychic component or function (for repression and suppression). Decide whether your unconscious is recommending or protesting against the rcpression / suppression, and act accordingly.
(7) The Greek cross, having all four arms of equal length, may symbolize wholeness: the unified psyche - the unification of conscious and unconscious. (The union of opposites is represented by the vertical and horizontal lines of the cross; wholeness is represented by the way the arms reach out to embrace reality in all directions.) See also Mandala
If you are religious and focus on the pain and suffering of Jesus, the cross could mean that you feel there are great burdens in your life that are almost too much to bear. You are being crucified—tortured— for the things in which you believe. The pain is unwarranted but you bear it all the same, and are seeking for a way to handle your problems. Yes, there may be troubles, but if you approach them with a joyful spirit and optimism, you will find a path through them. Your dreaming mind is telling you that you have the spiritual strength within you to overcome any hurdle.
If you are not religious, the cross could stand for a power in your life over which you have no control or that is trying to influence you. It could mean that you have a certain path you wish to take, but that forces are preventing you from taking that path. The cross may also represent something in your life that is wrong or forbidden, or something you need to cross off a list.
If the cross is upright as in +, this suggests correctness and self-assertion; but if the cross is in the shape of an x, it represents reaching out and wholeness.
From a mystical point of view, the cross symbolizes the division nature in four sets: four seasons, four directions, four elements... Formerly, the cross contained the ideal human body.
It is also associated with the power of arboreal life.
The Celtic or Greek equidistant cross: An elemental balance and wholeness (see Pictographs).
Carrying a cross: Burdens that may not be yours to bear. Self-imposed martyrdom.
Protective energy. Carrying or wearing a cross was long considered a potent safeguard from evil, especially from vampires.
A Red Cross: Take special note of your health, as this suggests you may be overlooking a problem that could become serious with time.
According to Jung, other items that are symbolic of crosses include the ace of spades (see Cards), forked branches, anchors, and four-armed wheels.
If any of these appear in your dream, consider both entries for interpretive value.
A Saltire Cross (one rotated halfway) creates an X, marking the spot under which you should look for more answers, or to discover the treasures.
The earth is a circle divided into a cross by virtue of the North and South Poles combined with the eastern and western horizons. This makes the cross a truly universal symbol.
If you have a personal association with Christianity, then you must use this in your interpretation.
If not, still consider this a primal symbol representing the spiritual energy of all beings on Earth. Its presence in a dream may indicate a stirring of a mystical nature.
According to Artemidorus, the 2nd century dream interpreter, it is a favorable sign for those who are going on a sea voyage, because ships were made of wood, and the masts took on the configuration of the cross.
For non-seafaring people, however, it is a sign of bad luck.
See Christ.
2. To an agnostic, a question as to whether one should believe or not.
3. To an atheist, a symbol of one’s disbelief in god and religion.
4. A hint that though one does not believe in god, one might someday.
5. If one pictures oneself being crucified, one is making a huge sacrifice for someone else.
A cross that is worn around the neck may point to devotion to Christ or it may mention that you have a cross to bear.
If you dream of holding or wearing a crucifix in your dream, you are a kind and modest person and these are the personal qualities that will win you love and success.
If the cross is colored the color has special significance to the interpretation.
A cross can be on an animal or a person and be an indication of a false religious belief or demonic doctrine
To dream of seeing a person bearing a cross, you will be called on by missionaries to aid in charities.
If the cross is enclosed in a circle, it means there will be financial good luck.
Christ on the: your fortune wil be shared in comfort and security.
having a, on the feet: prepare for emotional sorrow.
in the church: great joy.
of a: trouble in integrating extreme behaviors.
on a grave: request help to moderate your emotions.
praying on a: are trying to forestal a hopeless situation.
side of the road, at the: rely on your own strength to get through hard times.
wearing a: reconciliation with friends.
others: wil have the protection of foundation and stability.
gold: keep favorable energies surrounding you.