The Omen of Dreaming of Tombs?
Paul PengThe Omen of Dreaming of Tombs
We all belong to something in life, and death also has its own destination. The tomb is the final stop of our life. Burying the dead is a way to lay them to rest. In Chinese culture, the dead should be cared for and have a place to rest. So what does it mean to dream of tombs in Chinese tradition?
What happens when you dream of tombs
1. Different people dreaming of tombs
Dreaming of tombs means mistakes in your words may bring you many troubles, so you should be discreet when talking to others. Keep a regular daily schedule, or disasters may come. In addition, dreaming of tombs can be a symbol of longevity.
- Men: longer life and good health.
- Women: low spirits and feeling upset.
- Single people visiting a tomb: will gain beautiful love.
- Men passing a graveyard: bad luck; love may not last even with hard work.
- Married women: closer relationship with husband.
- Unmarried women: will meet someone you like.
- Unmarried men visiting a tomb: will meet a gentle and virtuous wife.
- Couples in love: deep affection and long-lasting relationship.
- Patients: condition may not be favorable; take better care.
- Children: heavy academic pressure, upset and anxious.
2. Different kinds of tombs
- Building a tomb: bad omen, family member may pass away or be seriously ill.
- Passing a tomb: happiness appears briefly and you cannot catch it.
- Walking out of a tomb: success by paying attention to details.
- Others passing a tomb: friends need your help.
- Someone digging a tomb: the person’s lifespan may decrease.
- Being rescued from a tomb: someone will correct your mistakes.
3. Different people dreaming of ancestral tombs
- Patients: illness worsens.
- Unmarried women: happy marriage.
- Unmarried men: future wife will be considerate.
- Men: good health.
4. Details of dreaming about ancestral tombs
- Ancestral tombs on fire: everything goes smoothly.
- Ancestral tombs being dug: great changes in luck.
- Digging your own ancestral tomb: promotion at career.
- Others digging your ancestral tomb: closer relationship with colleagues.
- Damaged ancestral tomb: mood fluctuates; do not decide easily.
The Omen of Dreaming of Tombs
Psychological explanation
Dreaming of tombs is a symbol of peace and tranquility. It shows you long for a simple life and dislike complicated relationships. It may also mean you have forgotten something important or unpleasant.
Case analysis from Zhou Gong’s Interpretation of Dreams
Dream: I walked with my father into a graveyard and slept there. I invited my friend to play but they refused.
Analysis: The tomb may represent home. Your friend refused your invitation for some reason.
