General Meaning: Also referring to the sea.
The ocean is a picture of mystery and untapped blessing.
Dreams Positive:
If you have good childhood memories of the ocean, then it would represent pleasure and joy for you. It would speak of just letting go and floating, letting the tides carry you.
• If you dream of floating or swimming in the ocean, then the Lord is saying that you can trust in Him and enjoy His presence. You do not need to be afraid, but can just jump in! • If you dream of a large wave that you surf or that you have control of, it speaks of the blessing of the Lord that is coming your way.
Negative: If you dream of large waves engulfing you, this speaks of circumstances that are overwhelming you. It can also speak of the attack of the enemy that is coming in like a flood.
• Also if you have a fear of the ocean, then dreaming of being in the ocean speaks of being surrounded by your fears or having to confront your fear.
• Sometimes you might dream of a wave that washes everything away. Although it might seem negative at first, this could be of the Lord. Perhaps it is time for you to start afresh. This is a good picture of a death of a vision.
• Positive: A large wave although it can be negative, is also a good picture of the abundance of the Lord.
The Word says that if you cast your bread on the waters, that it will return to you.
• This is a picture of investing financially and spiritually into the Kingdom of God. As you keep giving out, you will reap the reward! • Ecclesiastes 11:1 cast your bread upon the waters: for you will find it after many days.
• The Red Sea Situation • If you see the Red Sea in the spirit, then the Lord has led you to face an impossible direction.
• You know that you cannot go back where you have come from, but it seems that the Lord is not talking either. You are unsure which way to go. We call this the ‘Red Sea Situation’.
• What the Lord is telling you to do is to make the first move. Moses cried out to the Lord about what to do and the Lord said to him, “Why are you crying to me? Speak to the Children of Israel, that they go forward!” (Exodus 14:15) • God was waiting for Moses to do something! He had brought them so far, but now it was their turn. As they took that step though, then God moved once again and parted the waters.
• If God has given you a direction and a promise and you see the Red Sea in front of you, you have a choice to make. Once you step out with that decision, God will back you up.
• Psalms 106:9 He rebuked the Red sea also, and it was dried up: so he led them through the depths, as through the wilderness.
Negative: To be tossed around in the ocean speaks of not having a firm conviction of your own. It means that you do not have a secure footing in the Word, and you are allowing the enemy to throw you around.
• James 1:6 But let him ask in faith, nothing doubting.
For he that doubts is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed [about].
• The book of Hebrews also tells us that we should not be tossed around by every wind of doctrine.
• The meaning is the same.
If you dream of being tossed around, you do not have a firm understanding of doctrine, and the Lord is telling you to get your feet grounded!
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River, Salt, Water, Waves.
[1](Government) The element of ocean in a dream represents a prison where sea lives are incarcerated, and it means losses, fear, despair, limitless knowledge, a city without walls, or the world, its trials and wonders.
An ocean or a sea in a dream also represents a strong ruler who is just, compassionate toward his subjects and whom people revere, have access to, and seek for their daily needs.
If a businessman sees an ocean in a dream, it represents his merchandise. As for a worker or an apprentice, the ocean in a dream represents his veteran teacher or master.
If one sees the ocean in a dream, it means that he will succeed in his goals.
If one sees himself entering into the ocean or sea in a dream, it means that he will enter before a ruler, or stand before someone in authority.
If one sees himself sitting or lounging at the sea shore in a dream, it means that he will work for such a person or a ruler, though he will be observing caution and diplomacy with him. Ifone sees himself drinking the entire water of the sea though no one sees him except the king in a dream, it means that he will reign and live a long life. Drinking any portion thereof also means equal earnings to what he takes in.
If one sees himself drinking from it to quench his thirst in the dream, it means riches, strength and longevity. Ifone sees himself asking for some of its water to drink in a dream, it means that he is seeking to work for such a strong person or ruler. Ifhe pours its water in a pitcher in the dream, it means prosperity, or that he will receive a bounteous gift from God Almighty to encompass a high rank as well as riches. However, his status will last longer than his money.
To drink water from the sea in a dream means acquiringknowledge and adopting proper conduct. Crossing the ocean in a dream means booty.
If one sees strong waves bringing seawater to his street without causing damages in a dream, it means that a ruler or a great person will enter or visit that locality. Bathing in seawater in a dream means repentance from one’s sins. Seeing the ocean from a distance in a dream means that calamities, temptations and trials are coming to one’s community.
If one sees the sea receding, whereby he can see the edges of the earth it covers in a dream, it means diminishing of his authority and control, or that the wrath of God Almighty has descended upon that locality. This calamity could be carried by one’s own government, economic tribulations, drought, or one’s enemies. Standing over seawater in a dream means attaining something one did not seek. Walking in the air above the seawater in a dream represents the person’s good intentions, his clarity, faith and certitude.
If a sick person sees himself taking ablution in seawater in a dream, it means that he will recover from his illness, or it could mean payment of one’s debts and relief from worldly pressures.
(See Also: Water)
[2]To dream of the ocean when it is calm is propitious.
The sailor will have a pleasant and profitable voyage.
The business man will enjoy a season of remuneration, and the young man will revel in his sweetheart’s charms.
To be far out on the ocean, and hear the waves lash the ship, forebodes disaster in business life, and quarrels and stormy periods in the household.
To be on shore and see the waves of the ocean foaming against each other, foretells your narrow escape from injury and the designs of enemies.
To dream of seeing the ocean so shallow as to allow wading, or a view of the bottom, signifies prosperity and pleasure with a commingling of sorrow and hardships.
To sail on the ocean when it is calm, is always propitious.
[3]Demonstrating the realm of the subconscious in dreams, the ocean is the origin of creativity and all of life. Swimming in the ocean reflects your readiness to experience the vast potential of the subconscious forces: hat may drive your personality.
The sea appearing in a dream may signify that you are ir. a creative process that will expand your thinking.
A calm sea expresses the emotional quality of peace and serenity.
A stormy choppy sea expresses emotional currents that may force you to go deeper into your feelings. Waves, big or small, represent the creative power and potential that can be ridden as opportunities to manifest what you want. They can represent realized potential and understanding brought to shore.
[4]The ocean represents the unconscious mind.
It is the much greater presence on our planet, where land covers about one quarter of the total surface area of the earth and ocean makes up three quarters. However, consider the depths of the ocean and you now have a sense of the mysteries of what is contained in the lower kingdom of the unconscious mind. Anytime the ocean is featured in a dream, you are in the realm of the unconscious mind. All water is also connected symbolically to your feelings and your emotional nature. When that water is as vast as the ocean, such a dream may indicate an overwhelming amount of emotional material being expressed.
[5]Dreaming of the ocean represents opportunity and spirituality. It’s the need to find and immerse yourself in the truth of the Universe; also, the need for unconditional love and comfort.
If you dream you are standing on shore and watching the waves foam up as they break over the beach foretells that you will have some narrow escape from an accidental injury.
If you are far out on the ocean and hear the waves as they lap against the hull of the ship, you will have setbacks in your business and a troubled domestic scene.
To sail on a calm ocean is always a good omen for all concerned.
[6]The meaning of a dream about the sea can vary, depending on whether the ocean is a vast, imposing body of water, or a peaceful sea beside a resort.
The sea can have waves as high as a thirtystory building, or be as calm and clear as a piece of glass. Sailing the high seas may give a sense of elation, or lead to a feeling of helplessness, especially if the dreamer is lost at sea. Unless tied to specific experiences near the water, the sea often represents the state of our emotions and / or the unconscious mind.
[7]Dreams about the ocean are strong signals from the unconscious mind.
If you dream of being lost at sea, you are unsure about your feelings for a certain person.
A stormy sea or one with sea monsters suggests confusion and anxiety in the dreamer. On the other hand, a peaceful sea suggets the dreamer is comfortable with herself and her sexuality.
If you dream of catching a big fish from the sea, a wonderful opportunity will come to you. Also see “Currents.”
[8]It traditionally represents our great unconscious, memories, emotions, and individual soul and collective experiences. Look at all of the details in this dream. Is the water clear or murky? Is it calm or turbulent? Are you catching fish, or are you stranded and afraid? Look, listen, and try to comprehend the messages in this dream. No one is in a better position to give meaning to your dreams than you can. Concentrate and learn for yourself.
See Also: Water
[9]Because the depths of the ocean are deep and mysterious and the waves are cyclical, dreams of the ocean symbolize sex, sensuality, your unconscious desires, and emotional issues. You are being exposed to a strange and foreign area of life.
The ocean also represents your vastness, passion, and spirituality.
[10]Life. One of the few universal symbols.
An active ocean, teeming with life, with high waves and crashing surf, implies that life will soon become much busier.
A calm ocean: A peaceful life.
A stormy sea: Trouble ahead.
The need to be prepared. Astrological parallel: Cancer Tarot parallel: The suit of cups
[11]To dream of a calm ocean augurs good fortune.
A stormy ocean, warning of danger or enmity.
To be on shipboard on the ocean, a great desire to travel far away.
The ocean is also considered a symbol of death, a desire to be reborn, or a chance to start over again.
[12](Latin: mare = Maria = Mother). Emotions, archetypal energy, power, food.
It is a symbol of the collective unconscious. Traveling across the ocean represents courage, new beginnings, and new Shores.
A longing for freedom and independence.
[13]Vision: Looking at a wide expanse of ocean, or being on an ocean liner: you will go on a long journey; the dream also reveals your need for more space and freedom in your life. Depth Psychology: See Sea, Ship, Water.
[14]If you are in a boat the ocean may be a symbol of the journey of life.
If you are swimming in the ocean it can symbolize exploring deep places in life.
A stormy or raging ocean is symbolic of the nations, Ps. 65:7
[15]1. State of one’s life, rough to tranquil.
2. Traveling on an ocean means a desire to get away from it all.
3. The inner soul.
4. Mother.
5. Death.
6. Limitless space or unconscious.
[16]Sea of life; enormous emotional energy to be respected and used wisely. Source of your life force.
If lost at sea, you are overwhelmed by emotions.
[17]The state of life will be as the ocean is perceived to be in dream, viz., calm and peaceful life when the ocean is calm and troublesome life when the ocean is stormy, etc.
[18]A calm ocean seen in a dream foretells delight to young lovers.
[19]Opportunity; spirituality, prosperity, intuition, emotions
[20](See Also: Abyss, Seasbell, Water)
[21][22]See “water”
[23]See Also: sea.
[24]See Also: Water
[25]To dream that you are on the ocean with a woman, is a sign some female acquaintance is deceitful, or that you are deceived in some friends. It is unlucky to dream you swim, walk on, or catch fish in the ocean; but it is nevertheless lucky to dream of the ocean to any person about to go on a journey, unless, indeed, it be very tempestuous.
[26]lucky numbers: 17-25-29-31-44-47
calm, a: stormy wedded life, with exciting news at every turn.
deep sea fishing, going: your turbulent life is looking for the ultimate catch.
of the: are harboring emotional anxieties for what you, rational y, cannot see.
rough, a: wil have few difficulties as your companion’s support is yours.
swimming in the: the condition of the sea is the condition of your emotional life.
vessel on the smooth open, being in a: have a strong moral strength that levels you.
rough: wil have big troubles from disrespectful enemies.
that sinks in the: termination of protection to reveal if you can float alone.
voyage, an: are evading an annoying, distressed foe.
waves lashing: until you regain your former calm, negotiations wil not go in your favor.
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