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Did You Dream About a Lighter? Here's What It Means

A dream image like a lighter can be a complicated one to give a single meaning for. Because dreams are like echoes and patterns from our subconscious mind, and they often include specific references to our everyday lives, no single explanation will ever work for everyone.

Below are 3 possible perspectives on dreams about a lighter, taken from three different angles.

Which analysis makes the most sense for you?


What does a lighter mean in dreams?

1. The traditional interpretation

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Mary Leyen
Dream Expert,
Contributor: "3 of Dreams Book of Dreams"

A dream about using a lighter symbolizes a desire to ignite passion or start something new in your life. The exact meaning of a lighter vary quite a bit, however.

It may also represent a need to shed light on a situation or aspect of your life that has been kept in the dark. On the other hand, seeing someone else use a lighter in your dream could suggest that you are relying on others to initiate change or provide clarity in your life. It could also indicate that you are witnessing changes or revelations in someone else's life.

A lighter can be a somewhat colorful and puzzling dream image to interpret with any certainty. To really know for certain, I would need to get an understanding of the dreamer's past and circumstances.

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2. The psychoanalyst's interpretation

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Ernesto Andrahi
Psychoanalyst,
Contributor: "3 of Dreams Book of Dreams"

Dreaming of utilizing a lighter, in the Freudian perspective, could symbolize a latent desire to illuminate the unconscious, to bring forth hidden aspects of the self into the conscious realm.

This can be a multi-faceted dream symbol though — It may also signify an unconscious yearning to ignite or rekindle passions, or to initiate transformative processes. Observing another use a lighter, however, may indicate a projection of these desires onto others, suggesting a reliance on external forces for personal change or enlightenment. It could also reflect witnessing the transformative processes in others, a vicarious experience of their journey towards self-discovery.

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3. The spiritualist's interpretation

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Liz Morrison
Shaman and Spirit Guide,
Contributor: "3 of Dreams Book of Dreams"

Dreaming about using a lighter can be a spiritual sign of your inner light, your divine spark, yearning to be expressed and shared with the world. It's a call to ignite your spiritual journey and illuminate your path towards self-discovery and enlightenment. Conversely, seeing someone else use a lighter in your dream may symbolize your spiritual guides or angels, trying to guide you and light your way. It's a reminder that you are not alone in your spiritual journey, and there are higher forces at work, assisting you in your path towards spiritual growth and transformation.

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Which interpretation of the dream works the best for you?

Which of the above ways of explaining a lighter fits with your your dream experience?

Only you can say for sure. Remember that our higher mind can be a convoluted puzzle. Just about any dream concept can signify multiple things — or symbolize multiple activities in our conscious lives.

Got a slightly different analysis for dreams about a lighter that you want to share? Chime in with your own analysis in the comment area below.

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