Shark

Dream Symbol Meaning & Interpretation

What Does Shark Mean in Dreams?

Discover the dream symbol interpretation and spiritual meaning

Western/Modern

Sharks are known to be aggressive, intimidating and fierce apex predators that are known to lurk in your relationships, people that surround you or work environments. The fact they dwell in the deep part of the waters it directs the dreamer at danger or a threat that residing within the emotional unconsciousness. Alternatively, the shark might be a manifestation of the dreamers shadow – the cold blooded aggressive side to their personality that is unknown.

Biblical

A shark is a symbol of a demonic force or a person with the ability to cause you tremendous harm

Jungian

When you are making strides to understand your capabilities and feelings, the dream setting will involve water, which can represent feelings and what lies hidden 'below the surface.' Fish are a representation of your potential for new life and can also represent opportunities. When the fish appears threatening, you may be uncomfortable with your own anger or the power of expressing your full capabilities. If you are being attacked by a shark, the dream can be blending a message about the need to feel (blood) your feelings (water) in order to achieve your potential (fish.) See also Sealife.

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