Dreaming of Being Widowed
widow, widower, widowhood · mixed
Widowhood in a dream mostly signals troubles and dashed plans, with a few happy readings.
What happens in the dream
- If you are in a relationship: someone else is in love with you
- If you are newly married: a happy home life and devoted children
- Marrying a widow: a cherished project will crumble
- If you are single: many admirers
- You are widowed: troubles caused by spiteful people
How you felt
- Fear of loss: the dream often reflects attachment to someone close
- A need for independence: you may be picturing yourself facing life alone
Ask yourself
- Whom would I be afraid to lose?
- How would I manage on my own?
See also Mourning · Husband · Wife · Bereavement · Death
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: widower, widowhood.