Gorilla

When you dream of a gorilla they are messengers of loyalty, leadership, compassion, power, and family. A symbol that represents the father or protector – primitive instincts and behaviors. These symbolic meanings for the gorilla are more concentrated on calmness overpowering emotional pride and selflessness than individualism. If it is charging at you its a possibility connected to anger, uncontrolled instincts or a symbol of the shadow archetype.

As a primate that resembles humans, this animal is very territorial and frightening. The gorilla can symbolize rage or anger or an aspect of power that is not being expressed. It is typical for a woman to dream of a gorilla or King Kong creature when she is approaching menstrual changes as a symbol of the immense power that her body holds over her. Kissing this creature can symbolize connecting with these life stages in a positive way. For a man, the gorilla can capture a sense of being overly-masculine at the expense of one's sensitivity. See Animals.