See Also: Storm
1- Hearing thunder in a dream can give a warning for the potential of an emotional outburst. We may be building up energy which eventually must reverberate. Hearing thunder in the distance signifies that there is still time to gain control of a potentially difficult situation.
2- Thunder has always been a symbol of great power and energy. In conjunction with lightning, it was seen as a tool of the gods. It could bring doom and disaster, but also was cleansing.
3- Spiritually, the rumblings of thunder can demonstrate deep anger, or in extreme cases Divine anger.
[1]Psychological / emotional perspective: Thunder has always been a symbol of great power and energy. In conjunction with lightning, it was seen as a tool of the gods. It could bring doom and disaster, but also was cleansing and has this significance in dreams.
[2]Spiritually, the rumblings of thunder can demonstrate deep anger, or in extreme cases divine anger. This originates from the ancient belief in the thunder gods.
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