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Dream of Icicles: What It Means
Rows of icicles hanging from the eaves are sometimes read as stored-up wealth staying in the home.
At a glance
- Lucky or unlucky?
- Depends on the scene
- Category
- Nature
- Matching tarot card
- Nine of Swords
- Also searched as
- icicles, icicles on the eaves, ice pillar, pointed ice
Traditional reading
Rows of icicles hanging from the eaves are sometimes read as stored-up wealth staying in the home. But an icicle falling and hitting you was seen as a warning to watch out for sharp words or sudden events.
Through the heart
It may be a sign there are sharp feelings stored up inside. Check whether unspoken hurt has hardened.
Scene by scene
- Icicles glittering in the sunlight
- Wealth that's been on hold will soon find a use.
- Snapping off an icicle and holding it
- Read as handling a cold problem yourself.
- An icicle falling onto your head
- A sign to be careful not to trade sharp words.
Lucky or unlucky?
Depends on the scene The reading changes with what happens in the dream
Whether this dream is lucky or not depends on the scene. With the same subject, the reading changes with what you did, how you felt and whether it ended brightly or darkly. Look through the scenes and similar dreams below for the one closest to yours.
Of the 5 dreams in this family: Lucky dream 1 · Depends on the scene 3 · Check in with yourself 1
Similar dreams and how they differ
Dreams that share the same subject. Find the scene closest to yours.
- Dream of an icicle fallingCheck in with yourself
An icicle overhead dropping suddenly is a dream that sharp words or events may come from an unexpected place. If you dodged it, being careful in advance will let you get through safely, so keep an eye on your surroundings.
You're feeling a tension, as if something is about to burst.
- Dream of icicles hanging from the eavesDepends on the scene
Ice means things frozen solid, so icicles dangling from the eaves mean you have wealth stored up that's still locked in place. When they melt and drop, things loosen up, but watch your head.
A heart that's been frozen is about to thaw.
- Dream of breaking off an icicle and eating itDepends on the scene
Snapping an icicle from the eaves and putting it in your mouth is a dream of something cold but refreshing that quenches your thirst. If the icicle was clear, you'll gain a clean profit; if dirty, check where it came from.
It's a wish to clear up frustration refreshingly.
- Dream of water dripping from iciclesLucky dream
Icicles melting and dripping means the wait is coming to an end. Just as drops gather to carve a path, small changes become a big flow.
You feel things are getting better, slowly but surely.
What to do the day you have this dream
Today's advice · Bring up hurt feelings in gentle words before they harden.
- Note the clearest scene and how you felt in it. The reading turns on that feeling.
- If you have a decision to make today, it is fine to sleep on it one more night.
- Think about whether anything in your waking life resembles the scene. Dreams often show current worries in another shape.
- Step outside for a moment and recall the sky, water or earth you saw in the dream.
- Write it down in your dream diary · See by date whether the same dream comes back
Matching tarot card
At Luna Alley this dream is read alongside the Nine of Swords card. Worry and anxiety weigh on your heart. Remember that most worries feel bigger than they really are.
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Frequently asked questions
Is “Dream of Icicles” a good or a bad sign?
Depends on the scene. Rows of icicles hanging from the eaves are sometimes read as stored-up wealth staying in the home. But an icicle falling and hitting you was seen as a warning to watch out for sharp words or sudden events.
What should I do after this dream (Dream of Icicles)?
Bring up hurt feelings in gentle words before they harden. Note the clearest scene and how you felt in it. The reading turns on that feeling.
What does it mean: Icicles glittering in the sunlight?
Wealth that's been on hold will soon find a use.
Can I trust dream interpretation?
Dream interpretation here gathers traditional folk readings and common psychological views, for fun and reflection. A dream does not decide your future, so read it lightly as a prompt to look inward. If the same dream keeps returning and disturbs your sleep, it is worth talking to a professional.