Dreams About Gardens and Trees
Interpretation of Dreams About Gardens
The symbolism of a Garden in Dreams:
Dream interpreters state that seeing a garden in a dream signifies the abundance of seeking forgiveness (Istighfar).
The frequent act of seeking forgiveness in a dream is symbolized by a garden, as evidenced by verses 10, 11, and 12 of Surah Nuh.
A Garden as a Symbol of a Wife:
A Dry Garden:
- If someone dreams of their garden being dry, it means they will stop having marital relations with their wife.
Watering the Garden:
- If a person dreams of watering their garden, it indicates intimacy with their wife.
Another Person Watering the Garden:
- If someone else is seen watering the dreamer’s garden, it is a sign of someone committing adultery with their wife.
Entering an Unknown Garden:
Dream interpreters believe that entering an unknown garden symbolizes sorrow or grief.
- It also suggests that the person could be dismissed from their position.
- The rationale is that gardens are typically visited for recreation, which is often sought by those burdened with grief.
Unfamiliar Trees in the Garden
- An unknown garden with unfamiliar trees in a dream represents conflicts or disputes (Mushajarat).
A Sick Person Entering an Unknown Garden:
If a sick person dreams of entering an unknown garden:
- It signifies their impending death.
- It serves as glad tidings of their entry into Paradise.
This interpretation is rare and not commonly discussed, but it is considered entirely valid.
Dream Interpretation of Trees
A tree seen in a dream symbolizes a king.
The leaves of the tree represent the king’s army and weaponry.
The fruit of the tree symbolizes the king’s wealth and property.
The renowned king Nebuchadnezzar once dreamed of a massive and lush green tree. Its roots extended far into the earth, its branches reached the sky, and all the birds of the heavens perched on its branches. Meanwhile, the beasts of the earth rested under its shade. Nebuchadnezzar sought the interpretation of this dream from Prophet Daniel (peace be upon him). He said, “The tree symbolizes you. The birds represent your offspring, army, and family, and the animals resting under the shade symbolize your subjects.”
A tree in a dream may also symbolize a father, or for a servant, it could represent the master.
The leaves and fruits of a tree signify the dreamer’s wealth and possessions.
A tree seen in a dream can also symbolize a wife. In this case, the tree’s leaves represent the wife’s ornaments, and its fruits symbolize her children.
The tree can also signify servants, children, or livestock, as trees provide benefits just as servants, children, and livestock do. In this context, the leaves symbolize their clothing because leaves cover the body just as clothes do. Without leaves, livestock would suffer in the heat.
A tree seen in a dream can also indicate livelihood. In this context, the tree’s leaves and fruits signify wealth and resources.
In another interpretation, a tree symbolizes a scholar. Its leaves represent books, and its fruits symbolize the knowledge acquired by the scholar.
For a worshiper, the tree symbolizes devotion. The leaves and fruits represent the additional prayers and good deeds they perform daily.
A tree in a dream can also indicate wealth because its leaves and fruits bring fortune.
The bark of the tree signifies inheritance.
If someone dreams of trees standing tall and basil plants growing nearby, it symbolizes a place where people will gather for condolences.
If one dreams of owning a tree, standing under its shade, eating its fruit, or deriving benefit from it, it indicates that the person will soon benefit from someone symbolized by the tree.
If the tree is behind them, the benefit will take time, similar to the time needed for the tree’s fruit to grow and be harvested.
If one climbs a tall and lush tree in fear of wild animals, enemies, or floods, it signifies that they will achieve their goal, and their distress will be alleviated.
If one dreams of finding a shady tree in scorching heat, the same interpretation applies.
The state of the tree in the dream reflects the condition of the person it symbolizes.
If the tree is easily accessible, thornless, has sweet fruit, and smells good, it indicates that the person symbolized by the tree is virtuous and kind-hearted.
If the tree is hard to reach, thorny, and has tasteless or foul-smelling fruit, it signifies that the person represented by the tree has a bad character and earns through unlawful means.
If the tree is thorny and the dreamer intends to use its thorns for a fence, seek bitter fruit for medicine, or sour pomegranate for culinary purposes, and succeed, it signifies achieving their goal. It is like finding a miserly person and obtaining what they need from them.
If one dreams of a tree without thorns, or a bitter fruit becoming sweet, the dream is unfavorable.
The benefit derived from a tree in a dream can be interpreted based on its location.
A pregnant woman once dreamed of picking up a heavy coconut. Imam Shihabuddin Qaraafi interpreted it, saying, “You will have a son of Indian origin.” Another woman had the same dream, and he said, “A Sindhi servant will trouble you.”
If someone dreams of planting a tree in an unsuitable season or a barren place, and the tree needs water, it indicates that the person it symbolizes is not steadfast in good or bad deeds and may face severe hardships or even death.
If someone dreams of planting a tree at the right time and place, and the tree grows healthily, the interpretation aligns with the tree’s nature.
If the dreamer is a king and the tree is beneficial, it signifies the king will initiate projects that benefit people. If the tree is harmful, it indicates the king will harm his people.
For a scholar, planting a tree means authoring a book that will benefit others.
For a devout worshiper, planting a tree signifies mentoring a student who will benefit others.
If one dreams of uprooting a tree, and the dreamer is a king, they will destroy the person the tree symbolizes. Otherwise, they may separate from their spouse or break a promise.
If a king dreams of cutting a tree with an axe, it symbolizes imposing heavy taxes that will burden the people.
If they use a sickle, it indicates assigning a task to their subjects that they cannot fulfil.
If one dreams of cutting a specific tree, such as an olive tree, and it is the only one of its kind in the city, it symbolizes stopping the supply of something unique, like olive oil.
Dream interpretations, as illustrated, depend on the context of the dream and its elements. Each symbol carries unique meanings, influenced by the dreamer’s circumstances and the objects seen in the dream.
Interpretation of a Dream About Flowering Trees
Banana Tree, Almond Tree, and Coconut Tree:
Seeing a banana tree in a dream indicates a well-mannered but sick person.
If someone sees a banana crop growing in their home, it means they will have numerous children.
The Quranic reference “وَطَلْحٍ مَنْضُودٍ” (Surah Al-Waqi’ah, 56:29) also refers to the banana tree.
Regarding interpretation, an almond tree represents a stranger, while a coconut tree symbolizes a blind, wealthy, and miserly person.
Date Palm Tree:
A date palm tree seen in a dream signifies a beneficial, noble scholar or a righteous and pious son.
An individual once said to Imam Ibn Sirin (may Allah have mercy on him):
“I saw in my dream that there are six date palm trees in my house—five are green and lush, while one is dry.”
Imam Ibn Sirin replied:
“You perform prayers but do not give Zakat.”
A young man said to Imam Ibn Sirin:
“I saw in my dream that the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) is standing on barren land where date palm trees are also present. Adjacent to this land, there is fertile ground, but it has no crops, trees, or plants. The Messenger of Allah said to me:
‘Do you know whose land this is?’
I replied, ‘No.’
He then said: ‘This is the land of Imru al-Qais. Take this date palm and plant it in that fertile land.’
I did as instructed.”
Imam Ibn Sirin asked the young man:
“Do you compose poetry?”
The young man replied, “No.”
Imam Ibn Sirin said, “You will begin composing poetry like Imru’ al-Qais.”
If someone sees in their dream that a date seed has grown into a palm tree, it means either a base person will gain benefit, or their son will become a scholar.
(Al-Martabah Al-Ulya fi Ta’bir al-Ru’ya – Imam Muhammad bin Rashid, d. 736 AH)