Dream Dictionary · Objects
Ladder in a dream
In folk belief, a ladder in a dream means progress step by step and a goal that is within your reach.
Old dream books read the ladder as the way up: every rung is one small success. Climbing means getting ahead at school, at work or in something you are learning, and coming down means a return to safe ground after a task is done. In folk belief a firm ladder says you have good support. If it swayed in the dream, it is said only that you should not skip rungs, because whoever goes in order gets where they set out to go.
The most common dreams
Dreaming of climbing a ladder
It is read as progress you have earned yourself. It is believed you will soon reach something that seemed high up only yesterday.
Dreaming of coming down a ladder
In folk belief you are finishing one job and returning to a calmer rhythm. The dream brings relief and the feeling that you have done your part.
Dreaming of a ladder leaning on a wall
Old dream books say an opportunity is appearing and only waits for you to notice it. You need not climb at once; it is enough to know it is there.
Dreaming of holding a ladder for someone
People say you will be someone's support at an important moment. Such help is remembered, so the dream also announces a firmer friendship.
These interpretations come from folk tradition and are meant for fun; they do not predict the future and are not advice for life decisions.