

The serpent symbolizes the spirituality of wisdom or keen intuition. In myths and folk tales of many countries, as in China’s, snakes appear as sages and gods, so when the appearance of a snake in a dream is “mythical” in context, it often represents wisdom.ĭreaming of snakes sometimes symbolizes "intuition". Snakes are thought to be sensitive animals, similar to humans in intuition. Therefore, people often get a "revelation" from snakes in their dreams. If you believe in religion, it may indicate that your understanding is growing.

General Meanings of Dreaming About Snakes It’s traditionally attributed to the Duke of Zhou (reign 1042–1035 BC), revered as the 'God of Dreams' and the 'First Sage'. ‘Zhou Duke Interprets Dreams’ (周公解梦Zhou Gong Jie Meng) is the classic Chinese text that is the basis of most traditional Chinese dream interpretation theory. Take a look at our detailed interpretations of dreaming about snakes according to Chinese dream theory to resolve your confusion (or at least give you an oriental perspective).

The Snake comes sixth in the Chinese zodiac. Chinese horoscopy asserts that people who are born in a Snake year have many characteristics similar to snakes in the animal world: for example Snake people are indifferent, cold, and calm. If a snake appears in your dream, what does it mean? Many people panic when dreaming of a snake, worrying that it is a symbol of bad luck and the arrival of danger. Of course, this is a knee-jerk reaction out of self-protection. In fact, you don't have to worry too much. Dreaming of snakes usually indicates good luck.
