Dreaming of lions
Meaning and interpretation
What does dreaming of lions mean?
Dreaming of lions often points to strength, power and pride: yours, or that of someone dominating your life right now. A calm, majestic lion tends to suggest self-confidence; an attacking lion brings to mind overwhelming authority, or powerful anger.
What it's often linked to
Authority. A boss, a parent, an institution. The lion often stands for whoever has the final say.
Your own strength. Your courage, your ability to stand your ground, or a wish for more of it.
Pride. Wounded pride or rightful pride. Lions often speak of ego, in a neutral sense.
Depending on what happens in the dream
Being attacked by a lion
A confrontation with someone more powerful than you, or fear of someone's anger.
A caged lion
Strength you're holding back, or a talent you don't dare let out.
Taming a lion
You're growing more confident, learning to deal with authority or your own anger.
A lioness
Often linked to fiercely protecting your own, and sometimes to a mother figure.
A lion cub
Strength growing inside you, a courage that's still young.
Questions to ask yourself when you wake up
A dream's meaning lives in your own context, not in a dictionary. These three questions get you there faster.
- 1
Was the lion you, or someone else?
- 2
Who holds a lot of power over your life right now?
- 3
Do you feel confident enough, or could you use more?
A dream predicts nothing and diagnoses nothing. If a distressing dream keeps coming back and weighs on your days, talk to a health professional.
