The type of ritual will provide clues to its meaning in your dream. Was it a common ritual such as a wedding or an uninhibited tribal dance? Carl Jung believed that fertility rituals in dreams symbolized an unconscious attempt to merge the unconscious and conscious minds. Individuals practicing shamanism might see this type of dream as containing spiritual guidance or prophecy. What personal significance does the ritual have for you? Don't forget that attending Mass or a church service, lighting a candle or dressing up to go out are also rituals. Be sure to document this dream in your journal to refer to in the future. Compare what happens in the next few weeks to the events taking place in your dream.
Additional articles:
Dream Symbols - Death and Dying
Dream Symbols - Wedding
Dream Symbols - Tomb
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May all your dreams come true!
Parthena Black is a professional social worker and ordained minister with experience in tarot and runes. For private spiritual counseling and intuitive readings via e-mail, please visit her at oymygoddess.com