WIDOW
Biblical dream symbol meaning
How widow appeared in your dream
A woman in dark mourning clothes, alone and grieving the loss of her husband — Spiritual grief and loss; being separated from God's presence or spiritual companionship
Isaiah 54:6
A widow gathering leftover grain in fields while others watch with compassion — Trusting in God's provision and care; relying on divine support during hardship
Deuteronomy 10:18Deuteronomy 24:19-21Psalm 68:51 Kings 17:9-151 Timothy 5:5
A widow being mistreated, oppressed, or denied justice by those around her — Signs of ungodliness and evil in society; God will judge the oppressors of the vulnerable
Psalm 94:6Isaiah 1:16-17, 1:23-25Isaiah 10:2
A widow standing alone, wearing a veil, feeling shame and reproach from others — Shame and reproach; yet God offers to become the Husband and restore honor
Isaiah 54:4-6
A widow turning away from God or forsaking her faithful commitment to Him — Casting off the faith; abandoning spiritual commitment and devotion
Ephesians 5:23-251 Timothy 5:11-12
A prosperous, self-reliant widow boasting in her security without acknowledging God — False security and pride; widowhood as a sign of divine judgment on arrogance
Isaiah 9:17Isaiah 47:8-10
Possible biblical meanings
Casting off the faith (Ephesians 5:23-25; 1 Timothy 5:11-12)·Naturally or spiritually without a husband (Exodus 22:22, 24; 2 Samuel 20:3)·Spiritual grief (Isaiah 54:6)·Cared for by God (Deuteronomy 10:18; Psalm 68:5; Psalm 146:9; Proverbs 15:25)·Gather gleanings (Deuteronomy 24:19-21)·Trusting in God (1 Kings 17:9-15; 1 Timothy 5:5)·Their oppression is a sign of ungodliness (Psalm 94:6; Isaiah 1:16-17, 23; Isaiah 10:2)·Their abuse will be judged by God (Isaiah 1:23-25)·Widowhood may be a sign of judgment (Isaiah 9:17; Isaiah 47:8-10)·Reproach (Isaiah 54:4-6)·Place from which God can become our Husband (Isaiah 54:4-6)
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