Dreaming of an Enemy
enemy, foe · mixed, depending on who wins
A dream about an enemy is about conflict and obstacles: defeating them promises success, losing calls for caution.
What happens in the dream
- You overcome your enemies: you'll get past every difficulty and enjoy great prosperity
- Someone tries to harm you: read by contraries, it's actually a sign of luck, the bigger the threat the bigger the gain
- You talk to an enemy: be wary of that person in waking life
- Enemies slander you: your work is at risk of failure, so proceed with great care
- Enemies get the better of you: a reversal of fortune, or a misfortune that has been threatening for a while
How you felt
- Anger or fear: the dream often reflects real tension with someone
- A need to stand your ground: you may be trying to regain control of a situation
Ask yourself
- Who am I in conflict with, openly or quietly?
- Do I feel able to defend my place?
See also Adversary · Fight · Victory · Rival · Quarrel
Source: G. H. Miller, Ten Thousand Dreams Interpreted, or What's in a Dream (1901); F. Fontaine, The Golden Wheel Dream-Book and Fortune-Teller (1862); A. H. Noe, The Witches' Dream Book (1885). Also searched as: foe.