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REED

Biblical dream symbol meaning

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How reed appeared in your dream

Dreaming of leaning on a fragile reed or hollow stick that bends and breaksBiblically, a reed represents false support or trust in worldly things that cannot sustain you spiritually, warning you not to rely on weak foundations.

Seeing reeds swaying violently in water during a storm or strong currentA reed being shaken in water symbolizes spiritual weakness and how easily you can be moved by circumstances or worldly pressures without a firm foundation in God.

Witnessing a reed being fashioned into a mock scepter or staff by othersA reed formed into a scepter represents mockery and false authority, symbolizing how the world's power and status are ultimately weak and contemptible.

Dreaming of Egypt or worldly kingdoms represented by tall but hollow reedsReeds symbolize Egypt and worldly systems that appear strong outwardly but are spiritually hollow and cannot provide true security or lasting support.

Dreaming of being a bruised or broken reed, fragile and weak, but Jesus gently preserving you rather than breaking you completelyA bruised reed represents your spiritual frailty and weakness, yet God in His mercy will not destroy you in your weakened state but will gently restore you, showing divine compassion toward those who are spiritually vulnerable and wounded.

Seeing yourself or others as frail reeds rather than strong trees planted by rivers of waterBeing like a reed instead of a tree symbolizes spiritual instability and lack of steadfastness, representing believers who are not deeply rooted in God's word and can be easily overpowered or injured spiritually due to their weaknesses and lack of spiritual maturity.

Dreaming of reeds being placed in a refining fire or furnace where they are tested and purifiedThe refining process represents God's testing and purifying work in your life through trials and affliction, preparing you for ministry and enabling the Holy Spirit to work in and through you by removing spiritual impurities and strengthening your faith and character.

Possible biblical meanings

Symbol of Egypt/ the world (; ; )·A false support or trust (; ; )·Someone moved by circumstance ()·Mock scepter ()

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