In Jungian terminology, the game of chess represents the dreamer’s conscious (white pieces) and unconscious (black pieces). Chess originally signified the war between good and evil, so in dreams it can express the conflict within or the need for some kind of strategy in your waking life. The game is a symbol of the battle between light and dark; this may represent a moral dilemma you are facing in waking life. The game is also rich in the symbolism of sexual rivalry and so dreams that feature chess lend themselves well to a Freudian interpretation: chess is won by killing the father figure, the piece most capable of killing him being the mother queen.
Consider the symbolism of the color of the pieces you choose and whether they were black of white. You may also want to consider the symbolism of the pieces you handle or move in your dream. For example, the king may represent someone who needs defending in waking life.
If you are using pawns, do you feel as if you are being manipulated in waking life? Consider also the implication of making a good or bad move in your dream and your life; if someone checkmates you, who or what is trying to restrict your movements in waking life? If, however, you are the person who checkmates, this suggests that you have your eye on your goals in waking life and have the strategy you need to succeed in achieving them. To dream of winning a chess match points to a highly analytical mind. Losing at chess indicates that you may have overstretched your abilities and need to lower your expectations.
[1](Challenges, Game) Playing chess in a dream means mixing with all kinds of people. Playing chess in a dream also means deception, fights or a ploy. Seeing a chessboard, and ifno one is playing it in a dream represents a strike, or people who are dismissed from their job. Ifone sees people playing it, then such people represent the leaders or the statesmen.
The winner in a chess game in a dream is the winner of a political or a military maneuver. Whatever steps one takes in playing chess in a dream will be reflected in the political arena. Playing chess in a dream also could mean intending a fight, but not knowing whether he will win or lose. It also could mean facing dangerous people, so one is warned in the dream to be on guard against their tricks or ploys. Playing chess in a dream also could mean vain talk or a weak fight.
If one wins in the dream, it means that he will win in wakefulness.
A chess game in a dream also means a war, a fight, booty, discovering secrets, pursuing hints, gradual movement, changing conditions, changing temper, or it could mean travels.
(See Also: Backgammon, Chessboard, Chessmen)
[2]Vision: If you or someone else is playing chess: think carefully before you act. Try to increase your knowledge and then use it! Winning a chess game: your partner has given you an opening that you either haven’t noticed or that you saw and did not act upon. Losing a chess game: your partner’s intelligence could help you to achievc great success.
See Also: Game.
Depth Psychology: This game is a reminder to use more of your good sense and take advantage of the opportunities (“openings”) coming your way.
[3]See Also: Games
1- The game of chess originally signified the ‘war’ between good and evil. So in dreams it may still express the conflict within. It may also indicate the need for strategy in our lives.
2- Playing chess and losing indicates that we have undertaken an activity in our waking lives which cannot be successful. We have not got the wherewithal, or perhaps the knowledge, to pit ourselves against greater forces.
3- The conflict between the spiritual powers of light and darkness is highlighted.
[4]Chess represents the analysis and strategies used in life: risks, defense, attack, and those small sacrifices necessary to achieve a high-impact goal. Keeping all that in mind, dreaming of this game is sign that you must be patient. Success is assured if you do not succumb to impatience.
[5]Psychological / emotional perspective: Playing chess and losing indicates that we have undertaken an activity in our waking lives which cannot be successful. We have not got the wherewithal, or perhaps the knowledge, to pit ourselves against greater forces.
[6]To see or play chess in your dream, indicates that you need to carefully think through a situation before making a decision.
The dream may also refer to the strategy you have developed for getting what you want in your love life or career.
[7]This ancient game in a dream is an omen of annoying obstacles in your path.
You can expect a strenuous business period ahead, but don’t despair; you can win if you persevere and vary your tactics by using a little imagination.
[8]To dream of playing chess, denotes stagnation of business, dull companions, and poor health.
To dream that you lose at chess, worries from mean sources will ensue; but if you win, disagreeable influences may be surmounted.
[9]As a slow game of strategy, playing chess in your dreams may represent that you have met your match in a business negotiation.
A chess match may comment that you are involved in a power play where there is a lot at stake.
[10]Dreams of chess symbolize strategy, patience, and slow, deliberate moves in your decision making process. This dream could also reflect discipline, intelligence, and the manipulation of power and energy.
See Also: Checkmate.
[11]Symbol for the fight of the white (affirming) against the black (rejecting) energy in all of us.
The outcome of this battle is determined by our awareness.
[12]Based as it is on a battle, chess highlights the conflict between the spiritual powers of light and darkness.
The white pieces and squares represent the light, and the black, darkness.
[13]See Also: Dream Dictionary: Games
Dreams of chess are indicative of the struggle within between the self and the shadow. It represents our primal understanding of good and evil.
[14]Material aspects: In dreams, chess can express any internal conflict. It may also indicate the need for strategy in our lives.
[15]1. One is involved in a conflict with a clever opponent.
2. Take great care when dealing with someone.
[16]Playing chess indicates you will be involved in an argument with family members.
See Also: Checkers.
[17]Game of life. The intricacies of competition, defeat and victory. There is an easier way to go.
[18]Symbolic of being locked in a strategic battle with people or spiritual enemies
[19]False utterances, lies and allegations. Also arguments.
[20]Mental game of life; see “game”
[21]lf any one dreams that he plays at chess with an acquaintance, it is a sign that he will fall out with somebody he knows; and if he imagines in his dream he wins, he shall be over his enemies. And on the contrary, if he dream that he loses, he will be overcome and worsted in the combat.
[22]lucky numbers: 03-35-36-43-46-48
king, the: highly developed critical faculties.
knight: decisive astute personality.
queen: are setting your sights too high in the game of life; you don’t need that much.
rook: think careful y, the way others see you.
losing a game of: dissect your opponent’s thought patterns or squelch the deal.
winning: use good sense to handle approaching money.
making a, move: increase your knowledge before you act.
your opponent: notice how he thinks and act upon it.
playing: turn the difficulties ahead in your path to your favor.
others: your fortune wil depend upon results of the game.
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