DROWNING
Biblical dream symbol meaning
How drowning appeared in your dream
Dreaming of being submerged in rising floodwaters during a storm — You may be experiencing God's judgment or facing consequences that feel overwhelming, much like the flood in Noah's time or Jonah's experience in the sea.
Genesis 6:17Jonah 2:3, 5
Dreaming of sinking beneath waves while hearing harsh voices around you — You are being overwhelmed by the words and accusations of your enemies, feeling submerged by their attacks and criticism.
Psalm 42:7, 10
Dreaming of stepping into deep water and struggling to keep your head above it — You are facing circumstances beyond your depth and ability to handle alone, needing to call out for spiritual help and salvation.
Matthew 14:30-31Isaiah 59:19b
Dreaming of being caught in a raging river during floods — You are experiencing overwhelming circumstances or catastrophe, yet God's powerful presence and Holy Spirit can deliver you through these waters of trial.
Isaiah 43:2
Dreaming of drowning in a river while undergoing spiritual transformation — You are overwhelmed by the spiritual cleansing and deliverance work of God's Holy Spirit, which is removing spiritual blockages and obstacles from your life.
Jonah 2:3, 5
Dreaming of sinking deeper as depression and self-pity increase around you — You are being overcome by circumstances that have led to depression and despair, feeling submerged by hopelessness and self-pity.
Psalm 42:7, 10
Dreaming of deciding to drown yourself or commit suicide by drowning in a river — You are choosing to give up and abandon the spiritual deliverance process that God is working in your life, refusing to allow His cleansing work to complete its course.
Jonah 2:3, 5
Dreaming of spending a lot of time underwater without drowning or needing to breathe — You possess spiritual maturity and can endure seriously challenging circumstances without giving up, trusting God completely rather than being influenced by your emotions.
Isaiah 43:2
Possible biblical meanings
Judgment (Genesis 6:17; Jonah 2:3, 5)·Overcome by the words of one's enemies (Psalm 42:7, 10)·Beyond one's depth (Matthew 14:30-31)·Catastrophe (Isaiah 43:2)·In need of salvation (Isaiah 59:19b)
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