7 Dreams About Snakes: Every Possible Meaning

Dreams About Snakes: Every Possible Meaning

Everyone has odd or scary dreams from time to time. Although you could dream about anything, dreams about snakes are some of the most common dreams that adults have.

I personally think that this is because snakes have such a layered, symbolic meaning. They inspire fear and awe at the same time. These creatures are some of the most complicated animals when they’re used as symbols.

For many people, dreams about snakes are really frightening. However, snakes are kind of a double-edged sword. They are creatures that are depicted as both positive and negative, depending on the myth, so dreams about snakes can mean a variety of things.

Generally, dreams about snakes mean one of two things. These types of dreams are either an indication that there is someone or something poisonous in your life, or that healing or transformation needs to take place.

Don’t worry if you don’t know the meaning of your dream right away. After all, dreams are a combination of our unconscious thoughts and messages from our guides (if you believe in spirit guides), so they can be pretty tricky to figure out.

Hopefully, this blog post will help you decipher exactly what your dreams about snakes mean!

The General Meaning Of The Snake Archetype

Snakes can mean many different things. Some people feel that snakes are inherently negative. If you believe in Starseeds, then you know that snakes are part of the Reptilians, a race that wishes to gain power and rule the world.

In the Biblical context, the snake represents both Lucifer and Lilith. They are tricksters, betrayers, and the rulers of Hell. Snakes represent deception or the Devil himself.

However, many witches feel that snakes aren’t necessarily bad but are wrongly accused, similar to both Lucifer and Lilith. In Ancient Greece, snakes symbolized healing, while they were a sign of spiritual transformation in Ancient Egypt.

The Chinese zodiac depicts snakes as intelligent, spiritual, and manipulative. They aren’t necessarily evil but are certainly intricate and aren’t totally positive, either.

In many contexts, snakes signify transformation. This transformation can be for good or for bad. Look at what in your life needs to change, what you’re missing, or how you need to transform.

Alternatively, a snake can be a sign of power and strength.

Graphically, the snake is a straight line, yet it is also flexible and fast-moving. This shows the duality of the animal; it is both predictable and surprising.

The Snake As - A Symbol

Sometimes, a snake in a dream is a symbol rather than a specific individual. Here are some of the main things that dreams about snakes can symbolize.

Fear: Dreams about snakes can often mean that you’re afraid of something, whether this is a person (your boss, your mother, your partner, etc.), or a situation (making a commitment, going on a trip, having to face something). If your dream about snakes was related to fear, then the message is that it’s time to turn around and face the situation.

Anxiety: As far as symbols go, dreams about snakes that relate to anxiety are very common. The snake itself can represent your anxiety, or it can indicate that your emotions are out of whack and that you’re trying to pretend that your anxiety doesn’t exist. Again, the message is to dig deep and figure out what’s causing the anxiety instead of ignoring it.

Growth: On a more positive notes, dreams about snakes can represent growth and change. They indicate that your subconscious mind is growing, even if you’re in painful situations. This is generally a good sign!

Progress: In ancient Egypt, dreams about snakes symbolized transformation. They were a positive reptile and meant that you were growing and making progress. In this sense, dreams about snakes can indicate that you’re on the right track to reach your goals.

Warning: Sometimes, dreams about snakes are a clear warning. The first warning is that you should be cautious around people in your life. You may have a “snake” around you who you blindly trust, but you should dig deeper to see what their true intentions are. The second kind of warning is that you’re ignoring something in your subconscious mind and you must acknowledge the truth.

Spirituality: Sometimes, dreams about snakes are actually quite spiritual. These types of dreams can indicate that you’re moving into a higher level of consciousness and activating more of your spiritual self.

Sexuality: Occasionally, dreams about snakes can represent a phallic symbol. These types of dreams might show that you’re suppressing your sexual needs or are feeling “less-than” sexually. Dig deep into your subconscious mind to figure out what’s going on.

Wisdom: Many cultures believe that snakes are a symbol of wisdom or knowledge. In this context, a dream about snakes can mean that you’re trying to find the answers to a problem or learn something new.

The Snake As A Person

Sometimes, dreams about snakes mean that the snake represents someone else. With this sort of dream, you will probably get the sense that the snake is an individual being and may even be someone you know.

When the snake is representing another person, the message is usually a warning. This person may be someone who is poisonous or toxic in your life, or it’s someone who you shouldn’t trust. Your dream is telling you that this person is literally a snake underneath.

Sometimes, the snake as someone else represents the lies that you’re telling yourself about a person in your life, or it can mean that they are lying to you.

The Snake As A Deity Or Demon

Any animal in a dream can signify a deity, demon, or other entity/being. Dreams about snakes are no different.

Unfortunately, there are tons of different spiritual beings who can appear as a snake. I will list the most common deities, demons, and spirits here who have a clear association with snakes.

I recommend that you do some research if any of these names strike you as significant. Otherwise, keep searching, because there are an infinite amount of spirits out there who associate themselves with the symbol of the snake. How would you know if the snake in your dream is a deity, demon, or spirit? First of all, the energy would clearly be different. You would feel as though the snake is another being or entity, not just a projection of your subconscious mind.

Here are some deities/spirits/demons associated with snakes:

Apophis
Hygeia
Mothra
Shiva
Nagas
Lilith
Isis (represented by the Cobra)
Dionisys
Hermes (two snakes)
Loki (the duality of healing/poisonous snake venom)
Balam (a King of Hell)
Aim/Haborym (a Great Duke of Hell)
Astaroth
Ganga
Your own familiar (don’t rule this out!)

However, keep in mind that deities/demons/spirits in dreams aren’t exactly usual. Unless you feel strongly that a deity is calling to you, then the source of your dream is most likely someone else or a message from your own mind. If you’re unsure, consider the other meanings before settling on this.

The Snake As A Spiritual Message

Although snakes can be seen as scary, deceitful, or dangerous, in some cultures, snakes are considered extremely spiritual. This is especially common in Eastern cultures.

Dreams about snakes have a spiritual meaning that is generally positive. You are experiencing profound spiritual growth. You are grounded yet connected and are finally “putting it all together.”

Usually, dreaming about a snake means that you are awakening. It can be a message to focus on your chakras, starting with the base of your spine and reaching through the top of your head, in the shape of the snake.

Various Event Meanings In Dreams About Snakes:

Sometimes, in dreams about snakes, there’s a specific event that happens. If you felt that the thing that happened with the snake was more important than the snake simply being in your dream, then one of these explanations might be more helpful.

1. The Snake Was In Your House

It’s super freaky to have a dream about a snake in your house. After all, your home is where you’re supposed to feel protected.

Firstly, you should consider the emotions you felt during the dream. Were you scared for your home, for your family, or for yourself?

If you felt invaded, then the house may represent the most private part of your mind. It can indicate that someone is invading, whether this is spiritually or emotional.

Dreams about snakes in your home can also mean that you have a “snake” in your family. Someone may be deceiving you or lying to you. This can also apply if you live with a roommate or have a difficult landlord.

If the snake represents your own subconscious thoughts about your house, then a snake in your home means that you’re unhappy with your living situation and need to actively change something.

Lastly, a snake in your home can indicate financial problems that are getting too close to home. It’s time to reexamine your finances before things crash down on you.

2. The Snake Was Dead

Usually, seeing a dead snake in your dreams a good sign. This means that you have overcome an obstacle in your life, or that you’re close to the conclusion of a difficult situation.

Sometimes, this can indicate emotional liberation or reaching new spiritual heights. If you don’t feel that you’re quite there yet, then this dream is a sign that you’re close to achieving what you desire. You can conquer anything, even if it feels impossible.

However, if you had a negative feeling looking at the dead snake, then think about what it could represent. Did you see the snake as a person or as a part of your own consciousness? What are you afraid of losing?

3. You Killed A Snake

If you had a dream about a snake who you killed, this is usually a positive sign. It means that you can overcome your fears and accomplish anything. You are able to defeat any obstacles in your way.

Look at how you felt after you killed the snake. If you felt satisfaction, this means that you are close to overcoming a large obstacle in your life. If you felt guilty, then this indicates that there is a situation that you can’t resolve easily without hurting anyone, or it can mean that you’re trying to “kill” your repressed trauma/shadow self.

Ultimately, dreaming about killing a snake signifies a struggle in your life that is ongoing and is something you need to turn around and face.

How To Figure Out Your Dream:

Figuring out your dream is one of the most difficult parts of divination work. It’s not only anxiety-producing but can also be straight-up hard. Many of our dreams are filled with obscure metaphors.

The most important thing about your dream is to analyze how you felt. Were the emotions positive or negative? Were you afraid, angry, joyous, revengeful, or calm?

Negative feelings usually indicate that a threat is present in your life. This can be a person, a situation, or your own thoughts. If you encounter a deity or spirit in your dreams about snakes, then you may feel afraid or negative because the being is so powerful.

Feeling fear in a dream is quite common. Most of the time, fear is an indication that you need to dig deeper and face your trauma. However, fear can also be a warning sign that you need to be careful of someone or something in real life. I recommend doing some divination to figure out which type of message you’re getting.

Positive feelings usually mean that you’re turning over a new leaf or are about to achieve a goal. Snakes represent change, so if you feel happy, joyous, or peaceful in your dream, know that transformation is either happening or is about to happen.

It can also be helpful to ask yourself how you typically feel about snakes, especially before you had the dream. Sometimes, your subconscious mind or guides will send you a message based on your own preconceived notions.

If you’re naturally afraid of snakes, then dreams about snakes can symbolize your own fear or something in your life that is creating fear.

I always recommend that you do a bit of divination work to figure out exactly what your dream means (and for additional confirmation), but you should first begin by examining your gut instincts about the meaning. Remember that the answers are always inside of you!

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