Dreaming of Burns

burns, blister, scald, scorch · mostly positive, unless the fire overwhelms you

Surprisingly, being burned in a dream mostly signals good news, honest intentions and the strength to do what others cannot.

What happens in the dream

  • A burn in general: good news is on its way
  • Burning your feet walking over hot coals: you will pull off what others think impossible, and stay in good health
  • Burning your hand in a clear, lively fire: your motives are pure and your friends approve of you
  • Being overcome by the fire: supposed friends will betray you and your interests will suffer

How you felt

  • Pain mixed with courage: the dream may mirror an ordeal you are facing head- on
  • Wariness: it can reflect a fear of being hurt by someone close

Ask yourself

  • What ordeal am I going through to reach something I want?
  • Do I feel supported right now, or exposed?

See also Fire · Burning · Hand · Feet · Coal

Source: G. H. Miller, Ten Thousand Dreams Interpreted, or What's in a Dream (1901). Also searched as: blister, scald, scorch.

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