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The Science of Dreams (Part 2)
August 16, 2003 / Jamad-uth-Thani 1424
Volume 1, Issue 2
This is the second in a series of articles on the Science of Dreams. It is hoped that the discussion of the science of dreams can be beneficial to those who wish to interpret dreams of others or of their own.
1. Earthquakes: Dreaming of an earthquake indicates a major event taking place in the world or in one’s life. If someone sees mountains shaking, it is a sign of corrupted scholars, which means that scholars will sell out their consciousness, writings, and honor, for the sake of money and worldly resources. It is a bad sign if someone sees a victim of an earthquake; it may indicate impending death or illness. If one sees a house shaking, it indicates trouble in family life.Â
2. Mountains and Hills: To dream of mountains or hills represents meeting men of great worth; the more grand the mountain, the more valuable the person. They may also represent one’s own spiritual power and authority. Climbing up a hill or mountain is gaining elevation in spiritual growth or gaining greater closeness with one’s sheikh. To see yourself on the peak of the mountain means to have authority within society. To possess a mountain means to have control over emotions or society. Destroying a mountain reflects someone’s personality as a killer of a man. Digging up any part of the mountain indicates skill in outmaneuvering someone who is trying to gain control over you. To climb up a very steep mountain side points out difficulties in achieving one’s goals or desires. Powerful men may harm the dreamer if he sees himself moving large stones, crags or mountains.
3. The Earth: Seeing land spreading out before you into the distance indicates a long, peaceful and happy life. Seeing land twisting underneath you may either indicate imminent death, or gaining spiritual power if one is prepared to handle the situation. Hearing the earth speak to you in a dream is a powerful message of obtaining great wealth or power in this world. If one dreams of any inanimate object speaking to him, this signifies Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala has given you power of understanding of secret, hidden matters. To be swallowed up by the earth shows materialism, going after things of this world. Falling into a hole in the earth is a sign of potential harm being done by one’s enemy. Seeing sand, dust, earth or similar elements points to gaining wealth. Eating earth symbolizes consumption of wealth, but if one is covered in dust while eating, it means that they will receive considerable wealth. If one dreams of walking on a dusty road or gravel road, or of carrying earth on one’s back, this symbolizes receiving great reward after accomplishing a very heavy task. Digging in the earth while eating something shows making material gains by using trickery or deceit. Seeing dust in the air or fog shows an uncertain outcome for a business venture or educational aspiration. Dreaming of a vast fertile land covered with greenery, or of a large plain, represents Islam. Following a straight path in the land is synonymous with following the straight path of Islam, while deviating on the path in the dream is also synonymous with going astray in the path of Islam. Â
4. Shops and Houses: Dreaming of markets or shops means an unexpected increase in business or money or a job offer from an unseen source, or an increase in domestic peace. Unfamiliar shops indicate that one will travel somewhere new very shortly. A house with strangers or in an unknown place represents the Hereafter, whether good or bad. If a house is being renovated or expanded, it may indicate increase in honor or increase in family harmony. Seeing a house collapse or being destroyed symbolizes one’s spiritual status being lowered because of misconduct. Building a house shows the coveting of this world, but if it is built in an unknown place it means building up good deeds in this life that will benefit one greatly in the next world. If the house in an unknown place is being destroyed, it is synonymous with one’s good deeds being destroyed in this life through disobedience to Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala and His Beloved Prophet Muhammad Sallalahoo Alaihe Wasallum. In the case that the house is in a known place, then destruction may indicate one’s irresponsibility and thoughtlessness in actions, particularly spending.
5. Walls, Stairs, and Doors: Falling from a wall denotes a downfall in business, education, health, or spiritual degradation. Jumping down from the wall however may show one’s ability to face the challenges of society. Standing on top of a wall where you can see most of the city or the roofs of the houses, it reflects one’s intelligence and support from friends and hometown. If the city walls crumble down, this shows the spiritual degradation of a society and may portend its destruction or punishment from Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala. Dreaming of climbing stairs or ladders symbolizes ascension in Islam and in the next world. Brick stairs indicate spending in alms. Staircases of plaster, wood, or clay show ascension in this world. To dream of a door of a house falling down means facing a sickness followed by recovery. If a door of a room is torn off, then there may be a death of a member of one’s family. If a door is open but obstructed by another object, this signifies the possibility of a divorce or separation or any other serious domestic problem. Opening an unfamiliar door means one’s prayers will be granted Insha Allah Ta’ala.Â
Allah and His Beloved Prophet Muhammad Sallalahoo Alaihe Wasallum Know Best.
Suggestions to the dreamer: An individual who dreams should observe the following principles of dreams:
1. Any dream at the time of reporting must begin with Bismillah Hir Rahmannir Rahim.
2. The dreamer should not mention the dream to a person who does not know about alpha and omega of dreams.
3. Dream should not be reported after sunset.
4. Dua to recite after seeing any dream: Bismillahi Allahu Akbar Hamdan Katheeran
Prof. Dr. Mohammad Ahmed Qadri
Dr. Qadri is Founding Director of IECRC. He is a renowned known scholar from Pakistan, who taught at the University of Karachi for over 20 years. He has expertise in both modern education as well as traditional Islamic sciences, having completed the 18 year Dars-e-Nizami course from Pakistan. Dr. Qadri has studied with eminent scholars from Al-Azhar University, Cairo. He has dedicated his life to spreading the light and love of our Beloved Master Muhammad, prayers and peace of Allah be upon Him.
Manners for Sisters at the Mosque and Gatherings of Remembrance
August 16, 2003 / Jamad-uth-Thani 1424
Volume 1, Issue 2 (Part 7)
Going to the Mosque (Masjid) is a favor from Allah, Glorious and Great. As with all favors from Him, it is what we do with that favor that will turn it into a blessing or a curse for us. There are manners (adab) for attending Friday prayers and other visits to the Masjid and places of remembrance, especially for women. I say especially for women because it is not an obligation for us to attend the Friday prayer, it is a privilege.
Out of respect for the dignity of the occasion, before going to any function at a Masjid, or any building used as a place of worship or remembrance (Zikr), it is recommended to take a shower (ghusl). We should all wear our nicest and most modest clothes as Allah, Glorious and Great said:
Oh Children of Adam! Wear your beautiful apparel at every time and place of prayer…(Sura A’raf 7; 31)
It is especially important that women avoid wearing see through clothes or clothes that reveal the shapes of their bodies. Women should remember not to wear perfume or scented oils (attar) as it may distract our brothers from their worship and divert their attention towards women instead of towards Allah, Exalted is He! When we enter we should be certain to lower our gaze and guard our modesty:
And say to the believing women that they should Lower their gaze and guard their modesty that they should not display their beauty and ornaments except what must appear thereof. (Sura An Nur 24; 31)
Remember where we are and what is our intention in being there. We should take a seat next to any sisters who are already there, starting from the side furthest from the entrance. In this way the sisters who arrive after us do not have to climb over us or disturb us.
When arriving at a Masjid, it is recommended to offer two rakats Sunnah prayer as greetings to the Masjid. Then sit quietly, preferably doing silent remembrance (Zikr) or reading the Holy Qur’an. This is not the time for socializing, but an opportunity to contemplate.
At Friday prayer (Jummah), when the Imam begins to speak we are not to say one word. There is Hadith to the effect that any one speaking during the sermon (Khutbah) gets no credit for the entire prayer. Besides losing all credit for that prayer, if our voices disturb anyone, we are accountable for that. Children should use self-restraint or stay home; the Masjid is not a playground.
When the Azan (call to prayer) is called, sit still. When you hear the Iqamah recited, at the line “Hayya ‘ala Salah†rise and quietly form your straight lines, standing shoulder to shoulder with the sisters on either side of you. Our Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings on his sweet soul, warned us the Shaitan (Devil) will fill up the empty space if we are not touching each other in the prayer line. Silently offer your intention to follow the Imam and wait for him to call the Takbir Al Ahram (Allah hu Akbar) before lifting your hands. Each worshipper needs permission from the Imam to change position so do not change your position until you hear “Allah hu Akbar†or “Sami Allah hu liman Hamida†(Allah hears one who praises Him) when returning from ruku (bowing position). Even if you have memorized a particular Sura or Ayah that is being recited, it is best to be quiet and listen as listening is an aid to perfection and has a different effect on us than recitation. Out of respect for Allah, Glorious and Great, the Holy Qur’an and our brothers and sisters, we should remain silent during Recitations, lectures and prayers.
After the completion of the obligatory portion of the prayer, it is recommended to change location with your neighbor to perform the Sunnah prayers, so that more areas of the earth will bear witness for our act of prayer on the Day of Judgement.
After the prayer, it is recommended to greet your sisters with “As Salaamo alaikum†and to warmly embrace one another. Now is the time to speak, remembering where we are and
Lower your voice for the harshest of sounds without a doubt is the braying of an ass.
(Sura Luqman 31; 19)
Many sisters come from countries where women do not go to the Masjid, so it is particularly lovely that here we can. Let’s all enjoy this favor from Allah, Exalted is He, and turn it into a blessing by being grateful and doing our best to have good manners (adab).
May Allah, The Source of all good, reward you with His Good. (Aamin).
Khadija J.C. Locks
Sister Khadija is a resident of Los Angeles, CA. She is the author of “The Wealth of the Inheritorsâ€, published by Nuqoosh Press, Lahore, Pakistan. She is currently working on a book on the subject of Islamic stories for children. She is a regular contributor to the IECRC Newsletter.
