Dreaming of Death
In short
What does dreaming of Death mean?
The end of a cycle and the announcement of rebirth.
Jungian interpretation
The initiatory death. Killing off an old part of the self so that the authentic Self may be born.
Freudian interpretation
A desire to return to an inanimate state (Thanatos drive), or a fear of radical change.
Esoteric meaning
Linked to the Major Arcana XIII (Death/The Nameless Arcanum) and the sign of Scorpio.
Cultural readings
Keep track of this dream
Recurring dreams only make sense over time: writing this one down today makes the next one clearer.
Frequently asked questions
What does dreaming of Death mean?+
The end of a cycle and the announcement of rebirth.
What does dreaming of Death mean according to Jung?+
The initiatory death. Killing off an old part of the self so that the authentic Self may be born.
What does dreaming of Death mean according to Freud?+
A desire to return to an inanimate state (Thanatos drive), or a fear of radical change.
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