SKULL
Biblical dream symbol meaning
How skull appeared in your dream
A skull resting at the foot of a wooden cross on a barren hill — The place of Christ's crucifixion and redemption through His death
John 19:17-18
A human skull appearing in your field of vision or being held — Warning of death, mortality, or a serious threat approaching
John 19:17-18
A skull with poison seeping from it or a skull symbol on a poisoned vessel — Warning against toxic influences, poisonous words, or dangerous substances
Warning of poison
A skull displayed over a doorway or marked on someone's forehead — A curse or divine judgment upon a person or household
2 Kings 9:34-35
Skull and crossbones flag or symbol appearing on a ship or in water — Warning of deception, danger, or unlawful activity
Piracy
A skull appearing in your mind's eye while making a decision — Your thoughts and plans are being evaluated or tested
Thoughts and plans
Possible biblical meanings
Thoughts and plans (Proverbs 23:7; Proverbs 16:3)·The Cross (John 19:17-18)·Death or warning of death (John 19:17-18)·Warning of poison (Proverbs 14:12; Deuteronomy 32:32)·Curse/d (2 Kings 9:34-35)·Piracy (Associated with skull and crossbones)
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