Material aspects: When we dream of extinguishing fire or light it is often worthwhile to look at how this is done.
Dreaming of switching off a light suggests that we have cut off a source of energy, with the potential for it to be reinstated.
For instance dousing a fire with a blanket suggests suppressing a powerful energy.
[1]The interpretation here depends on the details of what was extinguished and how; but generally this action pertains to affairs with the opposite sex and indicates boredom.
See Also: Flame, Fire, Water, Blanket, etc.
[2]Psychological / emotional perspective: Usually extinguishing suggests putting out a fire or a light, having the symbolism of smothering emotions or covering up deeper feelings.
[3]Extreme suffering – spiritual, emotional or physical – may be perceived as having extinguished or sapped spiritual passion.
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