The mallet is a symbol of authority and masculine force.
For something like a hammer (See Also: Hammer) or a mallet to appear in a dream indicates that we may be using undue force or power to achieve a certain outcome.
The mallet is also the directing will, and to have such an item in a dream indicates that we may be attempting to make things happen in a way that is not necessarily appropriate for that particular situation.
A mallet suggests a form of spiritual power and energy. However, because of the symbolic qualities of the mallet, we need to be aware of how the power and energy is being channelled.
[1]Material aspects: For something like a hammer or a mallet to appear in a dream indicates that we may be using undue force or power to achieve a certain outcome.
A mallet is a hammer for a particular purpose, and in dreams will suggest that we choose tools that are right for our task. Also consult the entry for hammer.
[2]Psychological / emotional perspective: The mallet is a symbol of the will correctly directed and to have such an item in a dream indicates that we may be attempting to make things happen in a particular way. Rather than brute force, finesse can be used, for correctly applied the mallet and chisel are shaping tools.
[3]A mallet, usually made of wood, suggests a form of spiritual power and energy. However, because of the symbolic qualities, particularly evident in freemasonry, of the mallet – those of authority and ownership – we need to be assured that power and energy are being channelled correctly.
[4]If you dream of a mallet as used in a game of croquet then you will find the love of your life is willing to wed you.
To see a mallet (doing nothing) shows that you will be treated badly while in ill health.
To swing a mallet yourself shows domestic disharmony.
[5]To dream of a mallet, denotes you will meet unkind treatment from friends on account of your ill health. Disorder in the home is indicated.
[6]1. Feeling threatened.
2. Symbol of hard work or problems to be dealt with.
3. Sexual symbol.
[7](See Also: Hammer)
[8]See “hammer”
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