Dream Dictionary · Animals
Bear in a dream
A bear in a dream is read as great strength, protection and a person who seems stern but has a good heart.
In folk dream books, the bear is a picture of strength and protection. It is believed to stand for someone powerful in your life – sometimes clumsy and stern, yet dependable. A calm bear is read as safety, an angry one as a stubborn person who calls for patience. The dream is not considered a bad one: it reminds you that you, too, have a strength you rarely show.
The most common dreams
Dreaming of a bear chasing you
In folk interpretation, you are running from a big obligation that weighs on you. Once you break it into smaller pieces, it will not seem so daunting.
Dreaming of a mother bear with cubs
It is believed to speak of care for your family and a strong need to protect your own. It is considered a warm, family dream.
Dreaming of a polar bear
This is read as perseverance in cold circumstances. Old folks say you will endure what looks hard to everyone else.
Dreaming of a sleeping bear
People say it is time to rest and gather strength. You are not giving up on your plans, only waiting for the right moment.
These interpretations come from folk tradition and are meant for fun; they do not predict the future and are not advice for life decisions.