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Dream of Praying: What It Means
Praying earnestly with your hands together is seen as your wishes coming true and gaining peace of mind.
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Traditional reading
Praying earnestly with your hands together is seen as your wishes coming true and gaining peace of mind. Praying before a bowl of clear water (a traditional Korean way of making a wish) was read as good energy flowing through the home and the family staying safe.
Through the heart
Prayer is earnestness about something you can't manage on your own strength. There may be something you truly long for, or you may want to set your worries down somewhere and be comforted.
Scene by scene
- Praying for someone
- A dream filled with deep affection and concern for that person.
- Light shining while you pray
- The weight on your heart lifts and good news comes.
- The prayer never ends
- A sign you've been holding on to a worry alone for too long.
Lucky or unlucky?
Lucky dream Read as a dream announcing good things
Traditional readings lean toward this being a lucky dream, a sign of something coming in: good news, money or a welcome connection. If the mood of the dream was heavy or frightening, though, pay attention to that feeling first. Treat a lucky dream less as "fortune will arrive on its own" and more as "things go well if you move".
Of the 18 dreams in this family: Lucky dream 12 · Depends on the scene 5 · 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 a Praying MantisDepends on the scene
The mantis, motionless with its forelegs folded, symbolizes patience and perfect timing. A mantis catching prey was read as seizing an opportunity after waiting for the right moment. But as the old East Asian saying about a mantis raising its arms against a chariot warns, it also means avoid fights beyond your strength.
The patiently waiting mantis reflects endurance and focus. It's a sign you need to hold back the urge to rush and wait for the decisive moment.
- A mantis snatching its prey · You'll precisely seize an opportunity you've long been eyeing.
- A mantis raising its forelegs at you · Better to take a step back than to push into a confrontation.
- A mantis sitting perfectly still · A sign that now is the time to wait rather than move.
Today's advice · Waiting is an action too. When the moment comes, you can move all at once.
- Dream of a pastor praying for youLucky dream
A pastor praying for you means receiving support and blessings from those around you. If the prayer warmed your heart, difficult matters you've struggled with alone will resolve and helpers will appear beside you.
You wish someone would care about you.
- Dream of burning incense and watching the smoke riseLucky dream
Incense smoke rising gracefully means your devotion and prayers reaching their mark and your wish coming true. If you offered incense to your ancestors, you'll receive their care.
You hold an earnest wish deep in your heart.
- Dream of praying before a fireLucky dream
Praying devotedly before a fire means your earnestness reaching its mark and what you hope for coming true. If the flames rose calmly, your heart will become clear.
You're earnestly hoping for something.
- Dream of the bowl of prayer water spillingCheck in with yourself
A carefully placed bowl of water spilling was read as your heart wavering and your devotion scattering. If you drew water again and set it out, you only need to regain your original resolve.
It reflects worry that your earnest hope might break.
- Dream of the whole family making a wish togetherLucky dream
A family wishing together is a lucky dream of what you've hoped for with one heart coming true, even better if the sky was clear. If candlelight or moonlight shone brightly, the wish will reach its mark quickly.
You want to share the same hopes with your family.
- Dream of a prayer being answeredLucky dream
An earnest prayer being answered is a big lucky dream of a long-hoped-for wish coming true. If you cried on receiving the answer, it's a wish you held that deeply, and it will come back as happy news before long.
An earnest wish is filling your heart.
- Dream of stacking a stone tower by a riverLucky dream
Placing stones one by one into a tower by the river means a wish you've put devotion into coming true step by step. If you stacked it without it toppling, even better.
You want to put an earnest wish carefully into each stone.
- Dream of releasing a sky lanternLucky dream
Sending a lit lantern up into the sky is a lucky dream of your wish reaching heaven and coming true. The higher the lantern flies, the bigger the wish that comes true.
You hold an earnest wish.
- Dream of praying earnestly in a churchLucky dream
Sitting in a church pew praying earnestly is read as your resolve toward what you wish for growing firmer and an answer drawing near. If you felt at ease after praying, your worries will ease.
A wish to find something to lean on shone through.
- Dream of a genie coming out of a magic lampLucky dream
A genie emerging from a magic lamp is read as an opportunity coming for things you've hoped for to work out more easily than expected. If you chose your wish carefully, you'll use that opportunity wisely.
Along with an earnest wish, there may be a wish to sort out what you want most.
- Dream of releasing a sky lantern with your partnerLucky dream
Sending up a wish lantern together is a lucky dream of your wishes reaching high. There's energy for long-held hopes to come true.
You have a dream you want to achieve together. Shared wishes bind a relationship tightly.
- Dream of praying for a childDepends on the scene
Praying earnestly was long seen as your devotion reaching the heavens and a path opening toward what you hope for. It also carries a reminder not to rush.
A wish you've held for a long time keeps ringing deep inside.
- Dream of a mantis raising its forelegs and glaringDepends on the scene
A praying mantis with raised forelegs stands for someone you must face or a moment of decision. Don't back down, and you'll earn respect.
You're wondering whether you should stand up to someone.
- Dream of a mantis sitting on your shoulderLucky dream
A mantis on your shoulder stands for the wisdom of calmly waiting for the right moment. Don't hurry and you'll grab a good chance precisely.
You want to find calm instead of impatience.
- Dream of fighting a mantisDepends on the scene
Fighting a mantis means clashing with a formidable rival. If you won, you'll hold your ground; if you lost, it's time to change tactics.
You strongly don't want to lose in competition.
- Dream of a mantis eating another insectDepends on the scene
A hunting mantis means cold competition or someone grabbing a chance first. Quick judgment is needed.
You worry about falling behind the competition.
What to do the day you have this dream
Today's advice · Write what you wish for in a single sentence. When your heart is clear, the path appears too.
- Write the dream down in three lines this morning. Lucky dreams are fun to look back on once you have a record.
- Make one call or application you have been putting off. Good momentum sticks when you move.
- Old custom says not to spread a lucky dream around. For fun, share it with just one person you trust.
- In one line, compare the dream situation with what you are going through lately.
- 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 The Star card. Hope arrives after a hard time. Your heart heals and inspiration for the future sparkles again.
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Frequently asked questions
Is “Dream of Praying” a good or a bad sign?
Lucky dream. Praying earnestly with your hands together is seen as your wishes coming true and gaining peace of mind. Praying before a bowl of clear water (a traditional Korean way of making a wish) was read as good energy flowing through the home and the family staying safe.
What should I do after this dream (Dream of Praying)?
Write what you wish for in a single sentence. When your heart is clear, the path appears too. Write the dream down in three lines this morning. Lucky dreams are fun to look back on once you have a record.
What does it mean: Praying for someone?
A dream filled with deep affection and concern for that person.
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.