Sawan is considered one of the most spiritually significant months of the year for devotees of Lord Shiva, with fasting, Rudrabhishek and other rituals observed throughout. Dream interpretation traditions suggest that when Shiva is pleased with a devotee, he may send signs through dreams during this period. According to dream astrology, certain dreams appearing again and again in Sawan are seen as clear signs of Shiva's blessings. Here are four such dreams and what they are believed to mean.
Dreaming of a Shivling
If a Shivling appears in your dreams repeatedly during Sawan, it is considered an auspicious sign. Dream astrology holds that this means Lord Shiva is pleased with your devotion and worship, and that your wishes could soon be fulfilled. The dream is also believed to point towards positive changes in family and married life. Beyond that, it is said to symbolise victory over rivals or enemies, meaning the dream is taken as a sign of success on every front of life, not just inner peace.
Dreaming of flowing water or the Ganga river
Seeing flowing water, or the Ganga river, in a dream is also counted among highly auspicious signs. If this dream recurs during the month of Sawan, it is believed that Shiva's grace can gradually clear away all the troubles and crises in one's life. Water in dreams is also seen as a symbol of improved mental balance and rising wealth and prosperity. In other words, if someone has been stuck in a long-running worry or conflict, this dream is taken as a sign that it is about to resolve. At times, it is also believed to represent a fresh start and a sense of inner cleansing.
Dreaming of a bull, or Nandi
Lord Shiva's mount, the bull Nandi, appearing repeatedly in dreams is considered highly auspicious, especially during Sawan. It is believed that after this dream, a person starts receiving the fruits of their hard work. Obstacles that had been troubling someone's career or finances for a long time are also said to ease gradually. Dream astrology further suggests that this dream can be followed by a promotion or a bigger role at work, along with a sense of stability.
Dreaming of a damru, or hearing its sound
If a damru appears repeatedly in dreams during Sawan, or its sound is heard, it too is considered a major sign of Shiva's blessings. This dream is believed to indicate that one's wishes are about to be fulfilled and that moments of joy and happiness are close at hand. The appearance of a damru in a dream is also taken as a symbol of positive energy entering one's life. It is said that after this dream, negative energy and its ill effects begin to fade from a person's life, replaced by a fresh sense of enthusiasm and energy.
