Dreams are not just mental imaginings or scenes seen by the brain during sleep, but in Indian philosophy they have been linked to possible future events, changes in physical energy and premonitions of the subconscious mind. A detailed and in-depth analysis of dream signs and symptoms (Arishta Lakshana) is found in the third chapter of 'Aitareya Aranyaka', a very ancient and philosophical text related to Rigveda. The Vedic sages have made it clear that when a person is in deep sleep, his subtle body and consciousness foresee in a symbolic form the coming troubles, physical ailments or sufferings like death. Five such scenes have been specifically mentioned in Aitareya Aranyaka, whose repeated appearance in dreams is considered inauspicious and indicative of trouble. 1. A man with black teeth or chasing a dark shadow According to Aitareya Aranyaka, it is considered extremely inauspicious to see a person with scary, dark complexion (dark complexion) and distorted teeth in sleep: Context of the scripture: It is described in the scripture that if a person sees a man with black complexion, black teeth or a very cruel face coming towards him in a dream or that man attacks the dreamer, then it is a sign of impending trouble. Meaning and Effects: It is considered to be a premonition of depletion of vital energy (Vital Prana) and a serious health disorder or sudden physical calamity. 2. Moving towards South direction while riding a donkey, camel or boar The symbolic significance of directions and vehicles in the Vedic tradition is very deep: Sign of Ride: If a person sees himself riding on a donkey (Gardabha), camel or boar in a dream and that ride is moving towards the South direction, then it is considered inauspicious. Direction of Yama: In Sanatan tradition, south direction is considered the direction of Yama and ancestors. Seeing these animals riding towards the south indicates that the person is going to get trapped in the maze of some great mental stress, financial loss or serious illness. 3. Seeing oneself sinking into mud or swamp wearing blue or black clothes. Colors and elements in dreams are directly related to a person's mind and destiny: Black or blue clothes: According to Aitareya Aranyaka, if a person sees himself wearing dark blue, beige or black clothes in a dream and at the same time finds himself stuck in a deep swamp (mud) from which he is unable to get out, then it is a sign of huge financial collapse and defamation. is an indicator of. Indicator of disease: It is also considered to be a warning of Kapha or Vata dosha taking severe form in the body and emergence of any chronic disease lasting for a long time. 4. Breaking the stalk of a lotus or seeing dried up water sources The withering or destruction of symbols of nature symbolizes the loss of life force in the scriptures: Lotus and Flowers: If a person himself breaks the stalk (cord) of a blooming lotus in a dream or sees a beautiful garden suddenly being destroyed, then it is considered a sign of fragmentation in family happiness and peace. Dry rivers and ponds: It is mentioned in Aitareya Aranyaka that seeing dry wells, dry rivers or waterless lakes indicates that in the future, the accumulated wealth of the person will be rapidly depleted and there will be failure in his efforts. 5. Seeing the Sun or the Moon breaking and falling or being possessed by Rahu The Sun and the Moon are considered in the Vedic literature to be the lords of the soul and mind of the world: Fall of celestial bodies: If in a dream the Sun or the Moon is seen breaking and falling from the sky, or they turn completely black and there is terrible darkness all around during the day itself, then it is a foreshadowing of some heavy crisis that may befall the head of the state (power), clan or family. Shock to reputation: According to dream science, the social respect and prestige of the person seeing such a scene may suddenly get a big blow. What to do if you see an inauspicious dream? Vedic Peace Remedy It is also mentioned in the ancient scriptures that if someone sees such a scary or inauspicious dream, then instead of getting scared, one should immediately take these spiritual measures: Morning chanting and meditation: After waking up in the morning, first of all chant Lord Shiva's Mahamrityunjaya Mantra or Gayatri Mantra at least 108 times. Do not tell the dream to anyone or narrate it to an auspicious tree: It is believed that if you tell the inauspicious dream in front of a Tulsi plant, Peepal tree or flowing water before sunrise, its negative effect automatically gets diminished. Importance of donation: Donate black sesame seeds, urad dal or food and clothes to any needy person, which brings planetary peace and neutralization of negative energy.
