Altar

Dreaming and meanings Altar

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To dream of an altar signifies that you need to communicate with your inner self through meditation.

The altar is an indication of the relationship that you have with yourself.Surprisingly the word “altar” is mentioned almost 400 times in the Bible. If we take the word itself it is plural which means in Hebrew “Mizbeach” if I turn this to the translation of this word it basically means sacrifice. Spiritually the altar is a deeply religious symbol - it is supposed to be the true place to worship God. There are many different types of altars, firstly the altar is found in the church and then we can sometimes see pagan altars in our dreams. If you can remember what was on the altar, this can further the interpretation of the dream. An altar means that you need to rely more on your religion and spirituality to find the answers to questions you have in life. This dream has a number of meanings. Any dream connected to growing spiritually takes on more significance than any other. The symbolism of an abbey’s altar as a retreat is normally a sign that it is time for you to take things easy and think about your life, in order to find out what you want from life and to make it clear from the very beginning what is needed. You have faced some people with a superior attitude in the line of it is his/her way or the highway.

What is the general detailed dream interpretation of the altar?

I am going to briefly provide a quick meaning to this dream here. If I have not covered your dream then please leave me a Facebook comment by scrolling below. Right here we go.. To kneel at an altar means at times your aggression, even violent streak, is close to the surface. To see an altar of an abbey suggests you will meet someone that may be charming in a first encounter, but even so, there are telltale signs of pent-up abuse. You will notice the interlocutors sense is an impending threat and conflict by acquiescing with lies or tales. Be careful of upsetting others which may result in disastrous consequences. To see an altar in your dream means that you need to make the final lap in a project, in order to ease into a situation. To dream that you are to be married at the altar and pronounced husband or wife represents wedded bliss and happiness.

What is the dream meaning in the 1930s regarding the altar?

Most of these historical dream meanings are focused on the joys of the altar. I have just listed some really interesting older dream meanings here. A wedding dream involving an altar can also signify a new baby that may enter your life. To see a wedding in a church, at the altar, represents your hidden abilities and talents that have not yet come to light or been recognized. A bad wedding, if things go wrong with the altar in general, is also symbolic of the depth of your emotions. A prayer before an altar means that you will get rid of worries and tensions. An old explanation says that the altar dream foretells happiness and good life. The altar in a dream is the symbol of big faith. Seeing an altar suggests that serene and happy days are coming your way. Seeing a boy at the altar suggests that you are too impulsive. Being married at the altar in your dream means joy and beautiful days ahead. If you are single and see an altar, this is the omen of marriage coming your way. Dreaming of being at a clean altar indicates consolation, joy, and marriage between people you know well.

The altar of a church appearing in your dream is the omen of a beautiful life ahead. If the altar is destroyed, you will receive some bad news. If you are in front of an altar, it means inner harmony. Kneeling in front of an altar in your dream suggests that your most hidden wishes will come true. If you see a bride in front of an altar, you will have good results in everything you do. Sitting in front of an altar means a wedding will occur soon. Seeing an altar means happy marriage, and if someone kneeling in front of it, that particular person needs help in the real life. If we turn to witchcraft then altars can be associated with prophetic declarations - in dreams, the altar means that we need to make sacrifices. To see a demonic altar in a dream this is connected to worship or sacrifice of our own thoughts - in dreams, I believe this generally indicates you need to sacrifice something in life. Even though the dream could be rather than vivid it actually is a symbolic representation that with time things will work out well.

What does it mean to dream of a magic or witches altar?

Seeing a magical altar in a dream or a witch altar with Elements that are used for witchcraft purposes can suggest that in a short while need to sacrifice and look for acceptance among society. This can simply be gaining job alternatively manifesting your own desires in life. The altar itself is sacred, it indicates that the altar represents being prosperous, lucky and favorable. Generally, some magic altars include images of saints, incense, bronze material or even statues. In Feng Shui, It is common to have an altar in the home. What does this all mean in a dream? To dream that you are performing rituals on an altar indicates that you need to keep your distance from others.

What does it mean to dream of marrying at the altar?

The altar in a dream is a symbol of personal sacrifice, however, it has other several interpretations related to your emotional state. For example, if you dream of the altar, it means that you’re letting go of your ego. You’re finally ready to express your true, sincere feelings. To get married at the altar in your dream has a similar interpretation. You’re ready to commit to your current partner. Or you wish that you find someone worth your love and attention in the near future. Your dream also represents the merging of your feminine and masculine aspects of yourself.

What does it mean to dream of an altar server or a lay member of the clergy?

To dream of an altar server or a lay member of the clergy represents your wish to have someone to show you the way. Currently, you’ve lost your path and you need someone to get you back on track. However, you don’t need anyone to help you because you have yourself. Help yourself. The altar server also represents a desire to resist a temptation and to gain spiritual strength. It’s also a symbol of physical health and anxiety. What are you so anxious about lately? Is it going to matter in 5 years from now? If the answer is “no”, let it go and find your inner peace again.

What does it mean to be sacrificed at the altar in a dream?

As I already mentioned, the altar in a dream is a representation of sacrifice, sincere feelings, and commitment. However, to dream of being actually sacrificed at the altar in your dream symbolizes self-punishment and suffering. Are you feeling guilty for something you’ve done? Your dream expresses your inner issues with yourself and the emotional breakdown you’re going through. It’s time you forgive yourself, instead of punishing yourself. God forgives those who forgive themselves.

What does it mean to dream of leaving someone at the altar?

If we look at being "left at the altar" this could probably come under the type of dream that is associated with transformation and death. Rejection, interestingly is quite a historic and common experience that we all face at some time or another. Sometimes rejection can really hurt us and can become rather painful. Some people can be left at the altar in real life, alternatively, you could dream of leaving someone else at the altar. Being left at the altar can be somewhat embarrassing and humiliating but it can indicate that you need to move forward in life. I can remember reading a story in the newspaper about a lady got left at the altar so she decided to use her wedding reception the homeless. It’s quite interesting that this lady created happiness through a very difficult situation. So, basically being left at the altar or leaving someone there is all connected to facing a minor rejection in life.

Positive changes are afoot if:

The dream was positive. You helped people in your dream.

What does it mean to dream of marrying at the altar?

The altar in a dream is a symbol of personal sacrifice, however, it has other several interpretations related to your emotional state. For example, if you dream of the altar, it means that you’re letting go of your ego. This is the type of dream which means we finally can express our true, sincere feelings. To get married at the altar in your dream has a similar interpretation. You’re ready to commit to your current partner. Or you wish that you find someone worth your love and attention in the near future. If you are single in waking life, such a dream represents the merging of your feminine and masculine aspects of yourself.

What does it mean to dream of an altar server or a lay member of the clergy?

To dream of an altar server or a lay member of the clergy represents your wish to have someone to show you the way. Currently, there are signs you may have lost your path and you need someone / or something to happen to get you back on track. However, this dream denotes that you may not need help because you have yourself – your own desires, wants and hopes. Often I believe such dreams of the clegy are spiritual in nature and it is all about yourself. The altar server also represents a desire to resist a temptation and to gain spiritual strength. In dream lore, it is a symbol of physical health and anxiety. What are you so anxious about lately? Is it going to matter in five years from now? If the answer is “no”, let it go and find your inner peace again. I will say this: give yourself a break.

What does it mean to be sacrificed at the altar in a dream?

As I already mentioned, the altar in a dream is a representation of sacrifice, sincere feelings, and commitment. However, to dream of being actually sacrificed at the altar in your dream symbolizes self-punishment and suffering. I remember having a rather weird dream of seeing people being sacrificed and it stayed with me for a few days. I researched this in detail and it was found that such a dream can imply that you are feeling guilty about something you’ve done. Your dream expresses your inner issues with yourself and the emotional breakdown you’re going through. It’s time you focused on yourself, instead of punishing yourself. If the dream was rather worrying then don’t forget to leave me a comment on the Facebook box below.

Feelings that you may have encountered during a dream of altar:

Happy. Relaxed. At peace. Content. Joyful. Content. Faithful. Don't forget to leave me a comment below on Facebook. Thank you. Flo. In your dream:

  • You have an altar in your home.
  • Seen a boy at the altar.
  • Been married at an altar.
  • Seen a clean altar.
  • You are in front of an altar.
  • Seen a church altar.
  • Destroyed altar.
  • Knelled at an altar.
  • Seen a bride at an altar.
  • Seen an altar.
  • Somebody kneels at an altar.
  • Seen an altar in an abbey.

By Flo Saul
Jun 14, 2012