Did you know that crocodiles have been around since the age of the dinosaurs ? That’s a really long time ! And as crocodiles are large predators, humans have always been scared of them. Crocodiles have appeared in dreams for a long time. In this article we will try to analyze the meaning of such dreams.
Crocodiles are semi-aquatic reptiles, they live and hunt in the water but lay their eggs on land. They also come on land to sun bathe or bask in the sun to raise their body temperatures. They do this, or rather have to do this as they are cold blooded which means that they cannot regulate their own body temperature and have to depend on their environment for it. Crocodiles mostly live in fresh water, with only one sub-species, the salt water crocodile able to live in salt water, or the sea.
Some spiritual traditions see crocodiles as guardians of knowledge and wisdom, often being associated with nature’s primal forces. A crocodile appearing in our dreams may suggest a connection with these energies, urging you to tap into your inner strength and intuition.
In an article on Medium.com it has been suggested that dreaming about crocodiles repeatedly could mean that there may be important changes in your life. The interpretation of crocodile dreams could be :
- You are on the cusp of starting a new phase in your life. However, you aren’t completely happy as you are still attached to some aspects of your current phase.
- The crocodile may suggest that you do not have the wisdom required to move ahead on your spiritual path.
- The crocodile may mean that you are nervous about the future and are not one with your inner wisdom and instincts like you need to be.
- The crocodile is a resilient reptile with an amphibious lifestyle, that is, it can move easily between land and water. A crocodile in your dreams can mean that you should your skills and the capabilities that you have naturally as you grow through the different stages of life.
- The crocodile can also represent deceit and anger. If you are taming a crocodile in your dream then it can indicate that you’re in full control of your emotions and are able to forgive those who have wronged you.
What a crocodile in your dreams means according to the bible:
The Bible either mentions the crocodile as a crocodile(Leviticus 11:30) or as Leviathan(Job41: 1 and others). The crocodile always represents evil, threats of violence and being vulnerable spiritually. Seeing a crocodile in your dreams can mean the following when seen from the Biblical perspective :
- Your spirituality is susceptible to being threatened with attack: If a crocodile attacks you in your dream, it might indicate that your spirit is weak and vulnerable or that your faith is under threat.
- Feeling guilty: A crocodile in your dreams could indicate that you have a deep feeling of guilt for sinning in life or for not following the rightful path.
- That your relationships are unhealthy: If you dream of an aggressive crocodile it could mean that you are surrounded by people who are deceitful and manipulating.
- Emotions that are not healthy: A crocodile in your dream could mean that you harbour sinful emotions like pride, jealousy, fear, lust and wanting to control and manipulate people.
In dreams.co.uk the author has said that the crocodiles appearing in your dreams can represent prudence, tranquility and righteousness. The crocodiles in your dreams can mean that your subconscious is manifesting aspects relate to your character.
- When a crocodile attacks you in your dream: A crocodile attacking you in your dream can mean good luck. If you have been going through a rough phase in life, such a dream suggests that the rough phase is over and life will be peaceful now.
Chinese astrology has a different take on this. It suggests that being attacked by a crocodile in your dreams says that there is a chance of someone attacking you or of you making an enemy in life. However, managing to shake the crocodile off and moving it away from you will be free from any serious threat of serious danger.
- When a crocodile chases you in your dreams: A hungry crocodile chasing you in your dream could be an indication of swiftness and agility.
- When you dream that you are feeding a crocodile : What such a dream means depends on your attitude, and you shouldn’t confuse your positive self-esteem and similar qualities with feelings of vanity.
Interpretation of seeing a crocodile in your dreams in Islam – The Islamic interpretation of dreams about crocodiles says that a crocodile in your dreams might represent a policeman, thief or a person who is not trustworthy.
Interpretation of seeing a crocodile in your dreams in Hinduism : Seeing a crocodile in your dreams is associated with getting creative powers over others. How we control others is symbolized by this with the dreamer having doors opened for him.
The Australian aborigines and some other native cultures worship the crocodile, believing them to be sacred and and animal totem. For the aborigines, the crocodile was the keeper of the fire.
Seeing a crocodile in your dream may be an indication that a phase in life is over. The crocodile may contain the hidden spiritual knowledge that is needed to progress through life.
The ancient Egyptians worshiped Sobek, the god of the Nile, who had a crocodile shaped head. Sobek had aggressive tendencies and represented fertility.
On Uniguide, they have given a somewhat different meaning to seeing a crocodile in your dreams:
- That you should face what you are afraid of or anxious about: Spiritually, a crocodile appearing in your dreams can suggest that you need to face and overcome some fears or anxieties in life in order to be ale to grow spiritually.
- That you should find the resources within yourself to face and overcome your fears : A crocodile appearing in your dreams can be a sign that you have the requisite strength and power within yourself to overcome spiritual or karmic challenges.
- You need to believe what your instincts tell you: Since instincts and survival are associated with crocodiles, seeing them in your dreams can be interpreted as a sign to believe what your instincts tell you more than you do currently.
- An encouragement to embrace a spiritual transformation: As you grow and transform spiritually, you might be startled or shocked by awakenings of consciousness. At such times, you have to focus on the higher good and believe that the universe is working to favour you.
Conclusion
Crocodiles are ancient creatures and successful predators who hunt by hiding in water. That is why they are often associated with lying, being deceitful and representing danger when they appear In our dreams. Different cultures and religions have different associations. Christianity and Islam have negative connotations associated with seeing crocodiles in our dreams. Other cultures like the ancient Egyptians and the Australian aborigines have a positive view of the crocodile and worship it and associate it with fertility, and dreaming about crocodiles will also have positive connotations in these cultures. Whatever your interpretation of a crocodile in your dreams may be, we can conclude that dreaming of a crocodile does have significant meaning.
