- Fire is a symbol of rejuvenation. It can cleanse and purify.
- Fire sustain us, but it can also destroy. We need warmth to survive, but uncontrolled fire can cause untold pain and destruction.
- Fire can provide illumination and show us the way when we are in the dark.
- Fire is also a symbol of war, might, aggression, and male power.
- Fire is linked to transformation and change. For example, the Phoenix is a bird of fire that after death, is reborn from the ashes of its predecessor.
Which of these meanings fire has in our dream will depend a lot on the surrounding context. In particular,
- Kindling a fire to serve our purposes is very different from a fire that is blazing out of control.
- A fire that warms and comforts us is different from a fire which causes fear and excruciating pain.
- The objects and people associated with the fire are also important.
This is why in dream interpretation, it is important to remember the details of our dream, for example through the use of a dream journal.
1. Dream of Fire and Control
If we dream that we are in control of the fire and are using it to serve our own needs, then fire has a positive meaning. It also signals that we want change to occur.
- Kindling a fire for others indicates that we are helping or guiding those around us. Sharing a campfire can also express a need or interest in socializing and companionship.
- Kindling a fire in our home, particularly during cold or inclement weather, suggests some imminent good fortune, we may be trying to conceive, or expecting a visit from close friends or family.
- Kindling a fire while on a journey shows that we are being creative, innovative, or leading a new venture.
- A controlled fire burning in the hearth signals comfort, warmth, and light. We may be contented with our current state of affairs. Searching for a hearth fire in our dream, may signal that we are seeking comfort and illumination in our life.
If the kindled fire is extinguished by rain in our dream, it could suggest a loss of money, job, comfort, or security.
On the other hand, if we are setting an uncontrolled fire with the purpose of destroying people, objects, and property (i.e. arson), then we are likely harboring some jealousy, bitterness, or hatred in our life toward a co-worker, friend, or relative.
- Dreaming we are setting fire to ourselves, indicates that we may be experiencing extreme stress or emotional turmoil in our life, and feel like we are burning up. It may also indicate that we want to remove some aspect of our life or personality.
- Dreaming we are a firefighter or are trying to put out a fire suggests that there are many complicated and high stress problems that are demanding our attention. There are perhaps many challenges that we may have to face and we will need to work hard to overcome them. Trying to stop a fire can also express a desire to prevent change in our life.
- Dreaming we are a fire eater shows that we have strong emotions, but they are currently being kept under control. However, if we become consumed by the fire, then our emotions may be starting to overwhelm us.
- Dreaming we are worshiping fire expresses a love for war or conflict. We may feel strongly that a resolution can only be achieved through the use of force or physical might. It may also indicate a wish for finding a more masculine partner, or the need to cultivate more masculine qualities in ourselves.
2. Dream of Fire and How We Feel
How we feel during our fire dream is also very important.
Feeling pain from being burned by our dream fire, may indicate that our current life situation is threatening and painful. There could be an unresolved issue that is causing us subconscious pain. We may be consumed by ambition, anger, frustration, and other strong emotions. We may be going through an emotionally painful break-up, or having difficult problems at work.
If we are struck by pain or discomfort from the heat of a blaze or feel its bite on our face, we may be worried of being the subject of slander, jealousy, spite, or other types of verbal and emotional abuse.
Feeling good or excited from seeing our heart on fire suggests strong positive emotions or love for someone in our life. We may currently be in an exciting relationship, and have intense desire toward our current partner.
Feeling tired or nothing at all from being burned by fire suggests that we are feeling burned-out or unmotivated.
Feeling fear and great uncertainty from a large out of control fire or firestorm signals a worry for insubordination, civic disorder, or chaos around us. There may be signs of unhappiness and insubordination at work or we may worry about social unrest in our current area. More black smoke indicates greater danger.
Feeling cool and comfortable in a fire represents a pure heart. We are confident of our current course in life, and are certain of our faith and decisions. There are no unresolved issues or deceits that are troubling us.
Feeling protected and safe in a fire may mean that we have a trusted partner or a strong support group of friends, family, or co-workers that will help keep us safe from whatever adversity that may arise in our life.
3. Dream of Fire and Objects
The objects in our fire dream are also very important for interpreting its meaning.
1. House.
A common object that appears in many fire dreams is a house. Our house or home often represents us or our family. Dreaming that our house is on fire may indicate large changes that are coming and uncertainty over those changes. It may also reflect tumultuous personal emotions, loss of mental peace, or being overwhelmed by strong feelings.
A raging uncontrolled fire in our town signals broader issues affecting our community. There could be economic issues that cause job losses or political unrest.
Finally, seeing the ruins of our house or town after a fire indicates loss and sadness. We may be worried of losing someone or something important to us (e.g. family, friends, job, money), or have recently experienced such a loss in our life.
2. Fire extinguisher.
Trying to put out a fire with an extinguisher represents a desperate need to suppress emotions and desires, or avoid changes that are happening in our life.
3. Other people.
If we see another person being burned, it shows that we have strong feelings or emotions toward that person. Whether those feelings are positive or negative will depend a lot on what we are feeling in our dream, and whether the person is comfortable or in pain from the fire.
Sharing the light of someone else’s fire may indicate a desire to share in the knowledge and companionship of others. We may be feeling lonely or stagnant, and be yearning for experiences with new people.
The Meaning of Fire Dreams
To interpret the meaning of our fire dreams, we want to pay attention to –
- Whether we are in control of the fire. In particular, did we start the fire and is the fire currently being used for our comfort, safety, and illumination.
- What we feel with regard to our dream fire. Were we afraid of it or comforted by its warmth? Were we comfortable and renewed by the fire, or did we feel pain and fear?
- Other objects and people in our dream.
Do you have many fire dreams? Tell us about it in the comments section below.
I had a dream that I wanted to put on television set and it sparks and start bring out fire, and I notice that if I Quench this side another place will be on fire I ran out to go n call people then I woke up.
Dream that my two kids that have the same father we’re lighting a stove with a match together and then it was a big red and orange Blaze and they both had to run they both got burnt my daughter got burnt on her face my son got burnt on his arms but these are grown children now but in my dream they were younger I tried to stop them but it was too late but I think I was more scared and in pain than they were
I’ve dream my boyfriend was falling down and also the fire falling down to her face. and me so much crying. what does it mean? Please Answer me. Thank you!
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Can anyone help me ? I dreamed about this man where he removes soul and turns them into .. Idk people with abnormalities as he move there’s a blue fire that gets out of his hand so he said that he haves this lighter which turns people with abnormalities then I fight him I crush his lighter that haves blue flame I fall to the ground holding the crushed lighter then he showed me he still have one and as he speak he said that can be deadly (of oil) and iam gonna be hallucinated so I fall then I dream about dying people and my friends which is also dying and after all that tragic vision I woke up … This dream is detailed bcos I wrote it right after I wake up
Go with you’re heart, light
I had a dream that I was in church (catholic church), and I am guessing last minute I was asked to carry the cross down the aisle. This cross had a candle, and it isn’t clear but the candle’s fire went out because I was not holding it correctly (not sure if it was too heavy or if I was nervous). So, we (not sure who) rushed outside and I was told it was okay and we lit the candle back up. At the same time I saw a familiar face going inside a door outside the church and than I woke up.
When my dreams are vivid like this I know they have meanings but I dont get this one.
Sad but you’re comfortable
I use to go to a catholic church however i began hearing blasphemy of God, thinking it was me i felt separated from God because i had no control over it. But then i prayed asking God if this church was right for me. The Lord had shown me some things a catholic priest on utube who said he died and God was about to cast him into hell for praying to the Virgin Mary! It was idolaters he say no one comes unto me but through the Father Jesus because they are one
I dreamt seeing a big cross surrounded by fire behind my family home but it wasn’t burning. It was standind up right in the bushes
Someone lost faith but still dreaming of Hope
Dreamt my house was on fire twice last night although I could see no flames and it was from a distance – then I was told to go to Phoenix (I presumed it meant USA) however it could also mean the mythological Phoenix? Not sure what it all means…
Something lost balance, causing more air
I just had a dream that 3 little kids, 2 boys & a girl (related) started a fire downstairs of my apartment building and it rose up to the top of my front balcony. I heard and saw the children being burned. I dreamt that my sister pulled the kids inside our apartment for safety and they had 3rd degree burns. Then they laughed about purposely starting the fire even thou everyone lives were in jeopardy.. what does that mean?
Having a wrong guide
I once dreamed about that there was a forest fire behind my dad’s house, The fire reached very high up and the sky was red. My cat, that lives there, stood next to me and watched together with my dad. we watched it for a while till me and my cat went to the other side of the road- But there was no road there like it actually is irl. we went to our neighbors side of the “road” and watched from there for a while, till my cat was suddenly gone. I ran back to where i had stood with my dad- there she was in a circle of fire, trapped. i didn’t know what to do i felt stressed in the dream. i jumped into the ring of fire and i threw my cat out of there and jumped right into the wall of flames… Then the dream ended
i have been thinking about this dream for 7 months now and im still worried about it, what does the dream mean`?
i also had another dream of me and my cat being in danger.
we were chased by wolves from the forest behind out house. we ran as fast as we could, ran around the house in fear- then i suddenly woke up.
That the cat is trying to tell you he or her is family and it’s in your inner circle. it’s just an intuition
Some dream me and my boyfriend that he was smoking in the room n that he fell asleep n the room started burning with the cigarette that’s he was smoking
That he needs to stop smoking cigarettes cuz it’s getting unhealthy
Hey my dream was about telling my gf rn her sister i can create fire in my hands en i did it by breathingin my dream focusing it in 1 place concentrate and after the 3th deep focused breath i small fore sparcelt and ignited fire in my hand palms ik thing after reading some about the meanings it presends that i am creating this new life for myzelf after 16years looking for some good friend and loosing hondreds of friend i finall6 foundy zelf a group of friend that unstand me alot i saw my hand in the dream so i can presoome alot of respact from tthe people around me and the sparking in de beginning fire in my dream for a new begin with gf new friend going to school creatimg this new reality 4 myself and ofcthe great happyness i felt in this dream i by being awake i realize i am fighting for this new fire this new life to ignite in myself i kinda needed this im becoming treuly happy starting to understand my changes and diffeculties of my life
Evry one have a nice day and keep working on it 😉
Oh thank
I was dreaming that only the fronts of both shoes were on fire but I tried to carry on walking. What could this mean?
Be more aware
When I was about eight years old o had a dream that me and a boy I’m not friends with anymore set his dad on fire in my backyard. The “dad” in my dream was even his actual father. He was a young guy who I had never seen before. I’m 15 and still have this dream every other month. The guy in my dream has been in other dreams I’ve had. When I was 13, I woke up and saw the guy at my bed and when I went back to sleep, he was in my dream again. We were in a junkyard with some random people and were looking for something but I don’t know what. I don’t know if they mean anything but these dreams have been scaring me for awhile.
*I, *wasn’t
Be cautious but it’s Not What It Seems follow your dreams
I saw a burning building knew that my deceased brother was burning inside but did not see him and suddenly, the dream ended
It’s not your brother, pay no attention
I dream that I was at someone else’s house and it caught on fire.I had some money in the house but it didn’t get burn it was SAFE.
You have good luck
I have been dreaming and waking up not remembering the dream! It happened 2 consecutive nights.
Last night I dreamed that someone and I were traveling in an RVvthat overheated so we stopped let it cool and we’re in our way! Another rather large vehicle went by in what looked to me like flames and we ignited but nothing seemed to happen. I remember talking about it to someone in my dream and it’s like I was saying it could be as a result of the RV not being cooled down enough! But no one seemed to be hurt and I was it seemed still in and I r around the RV!
If you’re not remembering your dream is the monkey on your back that doesn’t agree on anything that exist focus on yourself and eat vegan friendly food and also meditate
Let me first make mention that we had a fire drill at my job and this may or may not be where the dream is stemming from. Per usual, my dreams are always all over the place. This dream stood out more that night because it had to do with fire at the office. I was at the office, in someone else’s office, using the computer. The computer started smoking so I turned it off by shutting down its electrical source. I ran to the IT department told them my computer is smoking. Both the help desk and the SVP got up to check what was going on. As we walked closer to the office, the SVP said, “is that fire?”. I saw a reflection of fire and crackling in what seems like fire and at that moment someone pulled the fire alarm. I can remember yelling (I’m the floor warden) “this is not a drill. This is a real fire. Grab your belongings and get out. This is a real fire”. I recall going to my cubicle to grab my bag, keys, phone, and phone charger thinking it’s going to be a long day not realizing what part of the day it is. I started going around the office telling people to use the staircase because I saw the elevator button pushed to go down. I remember securing the other side of the office and folks were nonchalant about the fire alarm that I did not hear on that side (now that I think about it). I yelled again for the people having a nonchalant conversation to please take the conversation outside that there is a fire to please leave. As I finally got the floor secure, I took the steps down stairs, but saw other people going down and wondered if the building knows about the fire on our floor. At that moment, I see the property manager, Ashley, and I mention that there is a fire. The property manager said, “it is?” I said, “yes. The FD had been called.” My company was proceeding to the evacuation route when at that moment, we heard the fire trucks. The ripper is the building was the building I work out of, but the street was different. The dream ended with the fire trucks gong to the building Tom or pot the fire which I couldn’t see. Then, as I wake up just 10 mins ago, I started thinking, why was I in Thomas (the SVP) office using my desktop when my cubicle is right across with my actual computer on? I saw this when I grabbed my bag, my keys, my phone and phone charger. Usually, when I see my dreams are distorting places like that is where I am able to put two and two together and control my dream. But, with a fire being thrown in the dream, threw my senses off. My dreams have a habit of changing the rooms of my house, parents, or friends house around. What is this dream about? I’ve always been able to tell my dream down to the details, but this one is….. different. I’ve never dreamt of fire without seeing the actual fire.
That you’re evolving it’s more challenging now
Hello I’m James I had a dream of a dwelling burning. I remember the property was unusual and not like any structure we have as a family. I accidently set it a light quite innocently, and I was with a partner. The fire was small at first I tried in vain to put it out but didn’t have a fire extinguisher or sink nearby. The fire became bigger and a voice said which must have been my partner that we have to leave it and go. So no screaming no turmoil we left the burning property. I remember looking up at the dwelling after and thinking its unusual but we were safe and sound. The smoke was smouldering out of the windows but it was clear and not too dark normal. I would like to know the meaning of this dream and why I had it. I always look into a dream if its symbolic. Yours faithfully James
Sounds like a message, what happened in your Waking Life?
I dreamt our community houses burnt down but my family house wasn’t I rushed to my house because I left a baby and I saw the fire going next to my house bt my house also wasn’t burned down thanx
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