Rainbow Dream Interpretation

Universal Landscape: Hope; abundance; the promise of good to come.

Dreaming Lens: Where do you see the rainbow? How vibrant or dim was it? Was it lasting or fleeting? How did you react to the sight of the rainbow? Were there others with you when you saw it? Did you see the end of the rainbow?

Personal Focus: A rainbow is formed when waves of sunlight interact with droplets of water in the Earth’s atmosphere. The reflective droplets of water break the white light down into the seven colors that make up the visible spectrum. The result is one of the most magical phenomena that can be found on Earth. Part of the meaning of this symbol can be taken from the emotional reaction a person can have when looking at one. They are breathtaking and can inspire deep feelings of elation. In this way, a rainbow is almost always going to be thought of as a positive image.

There are several major cultural associations to a rainbow. In the Old Testament, God sent the rainbow as a promise to never destroy humanity again, which is the origin of the theme of the promise for the future. The Celtic tradition tells us that at the end of a rainbow is a pot of gold, associating this symbol with the search for abundance. However, both of these time-honored interpretations bring with them darker meanings that bear consideration. The former implies past destruction and the later is a paradox in that it is impossible to ever actually find the end of a rainbow as it constantly shifts as you move toward it. However, each of these counterparts is what infuses the rainbow with its most powerful symbolic element: hope.

The physical construct of a rainbow is filled with beautiful symbolism. They contain all the colors of the spectrum and, therefore, represent a sense of wholeness in a majestic and highly spiritual expression. Rainbows appear when the Sun and rain are present at the same time. To be able to experience sadness (rain) and joy (sunlight) at the same time is a true sign of consciousness and wisdom.

If a rainbow appears in your dream, this is without doubt a message of hope from your unconscious. For Jungians, the rainbow is a symbol of redemption and personal growth. The rainbow represents the enlightened mind that is a bridge between heaven and earth, and this dream image can fill you with optimism about the possibilities ahead. The rainbow is also celebrated in many religions and cultures; you may be unconsciously or consciously aware of some of its associations. For example, in Chinese, African and Norse belief, the rainbow links the earth with the divine. In ancient Greece it was said to represent Hermes, the messenger of the gods. Buddhists and Hindus regard the rainbow as a symbol of transcendence and according to Celtic religion, a pot of gold lies at its foot. The Judeo-Christian tradition tells that God placed a rainbow in the sky as a symbol of deliverance and as His covenant with humankind. So if a rainbow appears in your dream, did it suggest spiritual or material gain, reconciliation, peace or inspiration?

Or did it simply indicate that one day your dreams will come true.

(Fantasy, Illusion, Pipe dream) In a dream, a rainbow means peace and tranquility. Ifthe red color is dominant in the dream, then it means witnessing bloodshed during the same year.

If the yellow color is more dominant in the dream, it means an illness.

If the green color is more dominant in the dream, then it means safety, peace and tranquility.

A rainbow in a dream also means marriage. Seeing a rainbow over one’s right side in a dream means blessings. Ifit appears on one’s left side in the dream, then it means prosperity and a good harvest. As for poor people, seeing a rainbow on one’s right side also means richness, while for a rich person it means short lived difficulties.

A rainbow in a dream also represents wonders, or a military coup. Ifthunder accompanies the rainbow in the dream, then it means war.

To dream you see a rainbow denotes the changing of your present estate and manner of life.

To dream of seeing a rainbow in the East is a good omen to the poor and sick; for the former will recover their estates, and the latter their health.

To dream of seeing a rainbow in the West.

To the rich is a good.

To the poor a bad sign.

To dream “ you see the rainbow directly over your head, signifies a change of fortune, and most commonly the death of the dreamer and the ruin of his family. Note, also, that in your dreams the rainbow on the right hand is good, and on the left, ill; and you must judge the right or the left according to the sun. And in what quality soever it appears, it is a good sign to anyone that is afflicted with poverty or any other affliction^ for it changeth the time and the air.

A symbol of wholeness.

The Fire of the sun and the Water of the rain come together; contradictions are united.

The connection between desire and will.

The rainbow has also been a Christian symbol for the bond between God and human beings. Today, it is often a symbol for creativity and fantasies.

According to the Talmud and Kabbala, we are not allowed to look at a rainbow, because it leads back to God. In some African mythology, the rainbow is a devouring animal. According to Jung, it is the bridge leading into the next life.

A rainbow can also be seen as a Circle; it contains every color and meaning, every quality.

1- A rainbow appearing in a dream is the promise of something better to come.

The old story of the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow- is so firmly entrenched in folklore that this meaning often conies across in dreams.

2- The raising of consciousness and appreciation of something as ethereal as a rainbow suggests the need for a heightened sense of awareness. More esotcrically, a rainbow is said to represent the seven steps of awareness necessary for true spirituality.

3- A rainbow symbolises the spiritual glory that is available to the dreamer through understanding and learning.

Rainbows are colorful bridges that fall across the sky, but we can not walk across them (or use them to get to our pot of gold). Currently you may experience great joy and have extraordinary or even magical ideas, but remember that you can not walk across the rainbow bridge, so stay well-grounded. Usually a rainbow follows a rainstorm.

If so, you have weathered a difficult time that is coming to closure, this dream symbol may represent your optimism. Generally, rainbows make people smile and feel happy. Thus, some may consider this dream a sign of your good luck.

It is an image of hope and prosperity. After a period of gloom, the rainbow predicts redemption and good news. Soon you will live a time of peace and tranquility in which success will be a constant and your wishes will come true.

It is also associated with the pursuit of self-knowledge. The rainbow symbolizes a bridge between heaven and earth, that is, between your earthly self and your enlightened or superior self.

When the rainbow looks bright and colorful in your dreams, gypsies predict an advantageous change.

If the color is dull something will deteriorate.

A change in the dreamer’s present condition; a rainbow in the East denotes benefits to the poor and the sick; in the West good for the rich but not for the poor. Overhead, a change in fortune; sometimes ruin and death to the dreamer and his family. On the right it is good, at the left ill, judging right and left according to the sun, but wherever it appears it brings good to poverty and affliction by changing the air (Artemidorus). Modern oneirocritics regard the rainbow as an invariable sign of failure.

Symbol: The colorful arc of a rainbow symbolizes the bridge between heaven and earth.

Vision: Seeing a rainbow: a warning that your good fortune could be an illusion. In spiritual terms, however, the rainbow is positive: you are at peace with God and the world.

It is often a sign that an important reconciliation will be possible.

Depth Psychology: The rainbow is a symbol of inner peace and harmony of body, soul, and spirit.

(See Also: Colors)

Biblical: A promise kept, as well as hope and forgiveness.

Birth, fertility, and creativity. In Africa, the rainbow snake made the world.

The veil between realities: In pre-Vedic traditions, and among the Norse people, the rainbow represents the bridge between this life and the next.

A rainbow appearing over any gathering of people represents divine blessings, unparalleled joy, success, and / or love.

Psychological / emotional perspective: The raising of consciousness and appreciation of something as ethereal as a rainbow suggests the need for a heightened sense of awareness. When it was realized that white light could be split into its component parts the various colours came to have meaning.

For instance, red indicates passion, green fertility, and purple dignity.

A rainbow will usually be a sign of hope, signalling the end of gloom and the re-entry of the warming sun. Since the sun may be a symbol of the self, the rainbow may symbolize bridging the gap between yourself as you are and your true self. (But for some African peoples the rainbow is a bad sign, since it means the end of a rainstorm, and drought means death.)

To see a rainbow in a dream, is prognostic of unusual happenings. Affairs will assume a more promising countenance, and crops will give promise of a plentiful yield.

For lovers to see the rainbow, is an omen of much happiness from their union.

To see the rainbow hanging low over green trees, signifies unconditional success in any undertaking.

Dreams of a rainbow represent your journey from heaven to earth and from earth back to heaven. You are growing in your spiritual awareness, perhaps because you have just undergone an emotional rainstorm. Dreams of the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow are a message that if you follow your true path, your rewards will be great.

To dream of the beautiful sight of a rainbow represents extreme hope and victory. It can also symbolize increased wealth, prestige, or fame.

Dreaming of the rainbow symbolizes a link between your earthly, grounded self and the higher, spiritual self.

To dream of lovers seeing a rainbow suggests immense joy from their union.

A rainbow symbolizes the spiritual glory that is available to us through understanding and learning. More esoterically, a rainbow is said to represent the seven steps of awareness necessary for true spirituality.

It is the connecting ‘bridge’ between the physical and the spiritual realms.

A green rainbow signifies safety from drought and famine.

A yellow one symbolizes sickness or disease.

A red one implies bloodshed.

It is said that sometimes, the mere dreaming of a rainbow implies that the observer of the dream will marry soon.

With its multicolored rays refracted by the sun. the rainbow offers a bridge into the spintual dimensions. Associated with magic, it leads you to the pot of gold at its end. It often comes in a dream as a sign of spiritual fulfillment and good luck.

Material aspects: A rainbow appearing in a dream is the promise of something better to come.

The old story of the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow is so firmly entrenched in folklore that this meaning often comes across in dreams.

Always a positive symbol. No matter what the rest of the dream implies, if the dream ends with a rainbow, particularly if you find the pot of gold, the dream is a portent of the end of all your troubles followed by much happiness.

1. Restoration of hope, end of troubles.

2. Transfiguration.

3. Connection between “earthly” matters and spiritual.

4. Very good luck, especially if dreamed by lovers.

To dream of a rainbow means denotes more favorable aspects in life.

If you dream of seeing a rainbow with a partner, you will have much bliss. Happiness, joy and mental clarity.

Perfect balance and harmony, completion, health, wholeness. You have come through difficult lessons and done a good job. Your higher self or guidance is well pleased.

Whatever the ac- tion may have been, if the main feature of your dream was a rainbow, it predicts the end of all your troubles followed by great happiness.

The rainbow is a very happy and promising sign. Hopes and dreams are denoted by this wonderful symbol. Good luck comes to those who dream rainbow dreams.

Gypsies believe that if you see a rainbow in your dreams, great happiness will come to you unexpectedly; frequently taking place in the area of love.

A sense of better things to come; illusion; an awareness of the beauty and value of life in the midst of difficulties. Idioms: chasing a rainbow

A dream of this beautiful natural phenomenon is a harbinger of the i4pot of gold” that is said to be found at the rainbow’s end.

An infinite promise of protection from god, relative to the present storm in one’s life; see “storm”

This is a sign of God’s covenant with all life. Rainbows also stand for faithfulness and love, Gen. 9:13

A fortunate dream, showing that there will certainly be a change in your affairs before long.

1. God’s covenant with Noah;

2. Remembrance; God’s throne and glory. Gen. 9:13

To dream about a rainbow is very lucky and brings good luck to the dreamer.

Happiness for lovers is foretold by a dream in which a rainbow figures.

The rainbow portends happiness after many singular, unexpected events.

Red rainbow: good fortune; • Black rainbow: bad luck.

Rainbows represent great happiness and opportunity.

To dream you see a rainbow, denotes great travelling and change of fortune; it also foretells sudden news of a very agreeable nature; it announces that your sweetheart is of a good temper and very constant, and that yon will be verv happy in marriage, and have great success in business through the means of tradi6g with foreign parts.

lucky numbers: 03-15-19-24-25-31

at noon: betterment of fortune fol owed by troubles like you have never known.

sunrise: big riches as your horizons open up.

sunset: happy and contented times of rest and relaxation are ahead.

being near a: the end reveals path to be taken and the means to do so.

children seeing a: wil be healthy and intel igent and frolic in their youth.

lovers, together: happy marriage and riches after a period of the worst trouble.

married woman dreaming of a: change in love affairs to permanence before long.

unmarried woman: a beautiful present is received for passing on tempting indiscretions.

young girl: wil have an agreeable sweetheart.

over your head, being: wil show false pride without acclaim to match.