Seeing a knife in a dream: what does it mean according to the dream book?

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Universal dream book
Miller's Dream Book
Interpretation according to Vanga's dream book
Dream Interpretation of Grishina
Freud's Dream Book
Modern dream book of N. Stepanova
Why does a woman dream about a knife?
Why does a man dream about a knife?

Dreams are not always pleasant and rosy. Sometimes we dream about objects that do not bring positive emotions. These include dreams about knives. But you don’t need to immediately get upset and expect something bad. This symbol, on the contrary, protects against wrong steps and warns of impending danger. To understand exactly what a dream promises, where a knife is present, you need to remember in detail everything that you dreamed at night.

Universal dream book

Seeing a knife in a dream suggests that with the help of this object you can injure a person, causing him moral pain.

If you are sharpening a knife in the kitchen, it means that you will soon have a serious conversation with someone close to you.

If a knife is in the hands of a person who is standing opposite you, then get ready for condemnation, conspiracies and intrigues in your direction.

Feeling someone inflict wounds on you with a knife in a dream speaks of misunderstanding on the part of others.

Getting deeply stabbed - in real life, expect to be condemned for your actions.

When you stab another person with a knife, there will soon be a situation that will change your attitude towards this person.

If you attack with a knife and cut a group of people, then in reality you will have to fight with a lot of people at the same time.

What does it portend?

So in the Summer Interpreter, a dream in which a person had to sharpen a knife blade is regarded as a sure sign that deep down in his soul he is planning some kind of meanness. And if this is really the case, then it’s time to come to your senses, since higher powers, sending such images to the sleeping person, indicate to him possible negative consequences and a poisoned conscience. If someone else sharpened the blade, then in this case the dreamer risks being exposed to serious threats emanating from his own ill-wishers, who in reality will turn out to be empty and meaningless.

In the Spring Interpreter, sharpening knives is associated with the sleeper’s annoying desire to sort out the relationship with his offenders, which most likely will never come true due to his own lack of self-confidence. If the sleeper did not experience any negativity during this activity, then it is quite possible that he will soon have the opportunity to meet guests.

For a young woman, a dream in which she had to sharpen a blade is a harbinger of an imminent meeting with a man who will be morally weaker than her. If she saw a stranger sharpening knives, then things would be exactly the opposite.

Miller's Dream Book

Seeing a knife lying on the table speaks of an upcoming separation, quarrel or unexpected loss.

Cutting food with a rusty knife means difficult family relationships, troubles with your mistress.

Buying a sharp, beautiful knife is an unexpected grief.

Broken knives in a dream - failure in business, unsuccessful deal at work.

Seeing a knife sticking out of your body means a quarrel with a loved one, misunderstanding on the part of colleagues.

Being killed with a knife in a dream is a dishonest relationship, betrayal of a loved one.

Throwing a knife at someone in a dream is a low, vile act on your part.

Holding a beautiful, antique dagger in your hand means beware of an attack from a hidden enemy.

Snatching a dagger from the hand of a person attacking you is a victory over the prevailing circumstances, a happy outcome of the enterprise.

I dreamed of a long, thin knife, which means beware of manipulation from enemies, be on your guard.

If the bayonet is your property, then you will succeed in all endeavors and affairs.

I dreamed about knives, what does that mean?

Miller states:

Dreaming of knives symbolizes something unfavorable. The dreamer faces separation from a loved one or loss.
If in a dream the blade is rusty, the dreamer does not like the atmosphere in his family.

Azar's dream book states:

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When you dream of a big knife, some person passionately wants to see the dreamer. Your meeting will take place in the near future.
If you dreamed of a broken blade, expect disappointment. The French dream book says that such a dream symbolizes a family quarrel.

Vanga's dream book says:

Injuring yourself while preparing food means family conflict. If the knife falls out of your hands, wait for guests.
And if you received it as a gift from friends, beware of deception.
Vanga’s dream book also interprets a dream about a bloody blade as a family curse.

Freud's dream book gives the following meaning:

A cut is interpreted as a complex. Its interpretation boils down to the fact that the dreamer should get rid of old fears and embarrassment.
A woman dreams of a knife as a sign of betrayal, a quarrel with a loved one, or betrayal, while a man dreams of it as a sign of the loss of important partners or business losses.
If you dreamed of a penblade, your enemies will soon become more active and try to set you up.
If you dreamed of a closed folding one, expect betrayal.

Why does a woman dream of a knife?

If a woman dreams of a knife, she should be wary of enemies and betrayal.

A rusty blade indicates dissatisfaction with the existing relationship and may mean a quick breakup with a man.

If you dreamed of a sharp one - to anxiety, if you dreamed of a broken one - your dreams will not come true.

If in a dream you are attacked from behind and hit with a blade, this is a warning of betrayal.

And if you yourself try to hit a person, then soon you will commit a low act.

A dream about a blade can also speak about a woman’s desire to find a admirer.

If a man pursues her in a dream with a blade, then in reality we should expect to meet an ardent lover.

And if a woman was pursuing, the interpretation will be unfavorable.

Why do you dream about killing a person with a knife?

Such a terrible and unpleasant dream is a favorable sign that will promise financial independence.

If you dream of killing a person with a knife who is an enemy in reality, you will defeat envious people.

But if they kill you in a dream, it means that your life will be long and your health will be good. Another dream book may foretell that in reality you will lose in the fight against enemies.

Seeing a blow to the heart with a blade in a dream means concern about family problems or deteriorating health.

If you happen to cut a person with it, this is a positive symbol that brings material stability.

If they cut you, don’t trust your friends, they are hypocritical.

If you dreamed of a blow to the throat, your reputation will soon come under attack.

If you dreamed of being stabbed in the back, the dream book foretells unexpected problems, and if you were stabbed in the stomach, then your life is in danger.

For a pregnant woman, such a dream will speak of childbirth in the near future.

I had a dream about killing a man in front of my eyes with a knife - the meaning depends on the circumstances.

If the blade is stuck into an enemy, a white stripe awaits you. Especially if you had to see blood and get dirty with it.

But killing a defenseless person in a dream has a negative meaning, including the loss of a loved one.

Killing a snake promises difficult obstacles in life that will be crowned with success.

The dream book calls a dream about killing yourself, in which you are a dead man, very joyful. It portends good health and long life.

If you dream of being attacked with a knife, what does it mean?

If you dream of a stranger attacking me with a knife, it means meeting a good person with whom even a love relationship is possible.

If you dream in the hand of a man who is unpleasant to you, the interpretation depends on the outcome of the situation.

Your victory means reward for your work, moral and financial well-being.

But if the enemy manages to kill you, expect trouble.

Why dream of cutting raw meat with a knife?

Meat itself is a positive symbol that is associated with spoils, victory and prosperity.

Cutting fresh raw meat into pieces means recovery or improvement of well-being.

If you cut off a lot, a large piece promises a successful business.

But if you dreamed of a dull or rusty blade with which you cut meat, you should be more attentive to your health.

Dreaming of sharpening a knife, what is it for?

Sharpening on a special professional machine is a sign of trouble and even danger.

I dreamed of a whetstone - a troublesome task awaits you that will bring profit.

If you dream that you are asking someone for a stone, the dream book advises you to strengthen your character, otherwise those around you will take advantage of your weakness for their own purposes.

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Interpretation according to Vanga's dream book

Vanga claims that a knife in a dream symbolizes future changes, ill-wishers, and betrayal.

Cutting your finger or hand with a kitchen knife means a quarrel with household members or relatives about your character.

If a woman lets a knife fall to the floor in a dream, it means that a stranger will soon knock on the door.

Feeling like someone is stabbing you in the back is a sign of the machinations of ill-wishers, insidious betrayal.

Running away from a man in a dream who has a knife in his hands means changes in his personal life.

Stabbing a man with a knife in a dream and seeing the victim’s blood is a black streak in life associated with past bad deeds.

Receiving a gift in the form of a set of knives is deceiving a loved one.

Seeing a knife in a man’s dream: what does it mean?

The image of bladed weapons is associated with composure and strength. This is inherent in men, so the knife is considered a male symbol. In this case, the gender of the person matters little for the interpretation of the dream. However, the following values can be distinguished:

A man about to kill someone with a knife is a warning sign. The dreamer should fear for his safety in reality; one of his ill-wishers is clearly planning to harm him.
In a dream, a guy accidentally cut himself with a knife - the dreamer’s family members are trying to control him.

The image of edged weapons is associated with composure and strength

A cruel deception awaits the person who dreamed of a man giving a knife to another person as a gift.

Dream Interpretation of Grishina

If you dream of a knife or dagger, beware of a person who has recently entered your circle.

Seeing a lot of knives scattered on the ground is a false confession of a loved one.

Cutting with a shoe knife in a dream means the imminent death of a loved one, mourning.

Looking at a dagger through a store window - soon you will be told a secret or will have to overcome obstacles to get what you want.

Playing with a folding knife in a dream means an unexpected illness, the departure of a loved one.

Throwing a knife in the sand means hatching a plan for revenge, getting angry at others.

A woman admiring a knife in a dream means hatred of her friends, misunderstanding of her husband.

A woman collecting knives in a dream means wanting new sensations, a secret desire to cheat on her husband.

Picking up knives from the floor and putting them in a drawer means difficulties with subordinates, a secret enemy.

Walking down the street to find a knife - your new friend will turn out to be a bad person.

Sharpening a kitchen knife means in real life being under the same roof as an enemy.

Cutting patterns on fabric with a knife means parting with a loved one.

Throwing a knife is an unexpected argument that will lead to tears.

Giving a sharp object to another person in a dream means be on guard, an accident or illness is possible.

Sticking a knife into an enemy in a dream means unsuccessful completion of affairs, failure in personal affairs.

Freud's Dream Book

Seeing a sharp knife lying on the bed is a fear of new acquaintances with the opposite sex.

Watching in a dream how one of your friends intends to stab someone with a knife - does not take into account other people’s opinions, ignores those around you.

Receiving beautiful knives from a loved one in a dream is an unexpected gift from a stranger.

Trying to cut bread with a dull knife means you have complexes that interfere with your normal life.

Losing a knife in a dream and looking for it for a long time indicates excessive fatigue, which interferes with making love.

Buying an antique knife from someone else means constant control over the situation in bed, the desire to dominate your partner.

Color spectrum

To understand why pencils are dreamed of, you need to remember all the details of the dream.

The color scheme plays an important role in the correct interpretation:

drawing objects in a pastel shade - the life of the sleeper will be more varied and filled with bright colors;
unnatural acid colors - dreams will collapse, business will fail;
colorful shades - good news from a friend who is far away;
brown and blue - a confusing situation from which it is very difficult to find a way out without the help of others;
blue and yellow - difficult times will be left behind, pleasant events will happen in life;
pink - all goals will be achieved, even difficulties will not be able to interfere.

Modern dream book of N. Stepanova

Often you dream of knives - systematic quarrels with loved ones, financial losses.

Keeping a rusty knife on a shelf means dissatisfaction with family life, a monotonous existence.

Rust on a new knife warns lovers of separation or a big quarrel.

Polishing knives in a dream means worrying about trifles, getting upset out of nowhere.

Seeing a lot of broken knives is a fiasco in any business.

A small wound from a knife in a dream speaks of difficulties raising children.

Injuring an animal with a knife in a dream is a vile act that you will try to justify.

Seeing a knife with a large blade in a dream means exaggerating your problems, complaining about trifles.

Looking at the shiny, mirror reflection of a knife means trying to control your emotions and actions in real life.

Trying the blade with your finger means worry about family members, a desire to control everything.

Holding a small knife with both hands is a pleasant way to spend time on a walk in the near future.

Hunting knife - be vigilant, be careful on the road.

If you dream that the dining table is covered with different knives, it means it’s time to start saving, otherwise you will end up in debt.

Looking at a knife lying on the pillow means an unexpected lottery win or a pleasant surprise.

For a woman to see in a dream how the blade of a knife gets stuck in the floor when falling, means the desire of a man she knows to become her lover.

Draw and write in a dream

The correct interpretation of dreams also depends on the actions that the dreamer performed in his nightly dream. Drawing with an object can mean the following:

the girl will find a good and reliable husband in reality;
the guy will find guaranteed success in his career. It will reveal such qualities as firmness, determination and self-confidence;
the dreamer will receive good news in writing.

Writing symbols, letters, numbers with a pencil is a good sign. It could mean:

a person will correct the shortcomings of his significant other. In the case of a man, his woman will become more attentive to him. In the case of a representative of the fairer sex, she will be able to develop all the strengths in her other half and suppress the weak ones;
as the Modern Dream Book reports, writing in pencil means changing all plans at the last moment. No one will be able to influence the new course of events. Grandiose plans will be changed, but the outcome for the dreamer will be very profitable and interesting;
The sleeper expects separation from his closest and dearest person. On the one hand, this is a serious shock. But, on the other hand, long-distance relationships will become even stronger and stronger.

Why does a woman dream about a knife?

Knives of any size or purpose in a woman’s dream speak of changes in life and troubles.

If all the knives in the house are rusty in a dream, it means that you are about to divorce your husband or break up with your beloved boyfriend.

A needle-thin knife in your hands indicates concern for your parents or children.

In a dream, breaking a knife with your hands means changes in your future life associated with moving to another city or country.

To be stabbed in the heart by a loved one means that the lover is betraying him or that he has a mistress.

Getting stabbed by a rival means a job change, promotion.

An unmarried girl is wounded with a knife in a dream - dishonest behavior of a guy, violence on the male side.

A woman dreamed of a knife stained with blood - hidden anger towards her friends, secret envy.

Using a penknife instead of scissors means an immediate illness or prolonged depression.

Seeing a knife in your hands in a dream: what does it mean?

If a person held a knife in his hands in his nightly fantasies, this can be interpreted depending on the specific details of the dream.

Cutting something with the help of this object means anxiety, tears and sadness. The Dream Book does not recommend that a person despair because of his failures, because after a black stripe there is always a white one.
Receiving benefits from making a risky transaction awaits the dreamer who in his dreams walked down the street holding a huge knife in his hands, like a murderous maniac. In reality, he will show courage and bravery.
Playing with edged weapons in a dream means having bad thoughts.

If a person held a knife in his hands in his night fantasies, this can be interpreted depending on the specific details of the dream

The dream book recommends showing kindness to those who in their dreams are trying to commit murder with a knife.