LADDER
Biblical dream symbol meaning
How ladder appeared in your dream
Dreaming of a ladder extending from earth to heaven with angels ascending and descending — God is opening a pathway between the physical and spiritual realms, revealing Christ as the bridge connecting humanity to divine presence and establishing entry into the spirit realm.
Genesis 28:12John 1:51
Seeing yourself climbing a ladder toward heaven in your dream — You are experiencing a change in your spiritual position and moving toward salvation through Christ, who stands between earth and heaven as the means of redemption.
Genesis 28:12John 3:14John 1:51
Observing a ladder or cross-like structure lifted up with crowds gathering below — Christ's salvation ministry is being revealed, drawing all people toward healing and redemption through His sacrifice that lifts humanity toward spiritual freedom.
John 12:32-33John 3:14John 8:28
Climbing out of a dark place or prison using a ladder in your dream — God is providing you a means of escape from spiritual captivity and bondage, elevating you to a higher spiritual position through faith in Christ.
Genesis 28:12John 1:51
Dreaming of climbing a ladder slowly and gradually, step by step, through effort and sacrifice — You are experiencing spiritual promotion and progress that comes through your own persistent efforts and dedication. This advancement happens gradually, moving from glory to glory and victory to victory, requiring patience and sacrifice as you ascend to higher spiritual ground.
Genesis 28:12John 1:51Psalm 61:2
Seeing yourself climbing a ladder cautiously or carefully in your dream — God is showing you that while spiritual improvement and promotion are coming, you need to proceed with caution and wisdom. There is a warning to be careful about something in your circumstances even as you move forward.
Psalm 61:2
Dreaming of climbing a ladder skillfully and easily — You are achieving spiritual promotion or improvement almost effortlessly, demonstrating spiritual maturity and ability in your ascent to higher spiritual ground.
Genesis 28:12John 1:51
Seeing yourself climbing down a ladder into a basement or lower area — This is a warning that you are moving backward spiritually instead of forward, losing spiritual ground through your current actions or decisions. You should pray for wisdom and seek God's direction to reverse this downward trajectory.
Psalm 61:2
Dreaming of climbing a ladder while being unaware of God's presence or an easier path available — You are relying entirely on your own efforts and plans while remaining unaware that God has a better plan for your life. God may be offering you an easier path to spiritual advancement through dependence on Him rather than self-reliance.
Genesis 28:12John 1:51Psalm 61:2
Possible biblical meanings
The Cross (John 3:14; John 8:28; John 12:32-33)·Christ (Genesis 28:12; John 1:51)·Entry into the spirit realm (Genesis 28:12; John 1:51)·Salvation ministry (John 12:32-33)
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