Dream Symbol:
Mirror
Carl Jung's Interpretation:
From the perspective of Carl Jung, a mirror in dreams represents introspection and the 'shadow self.' It's a calling to look within oneself, within the unconscious elements of the personality. The mirror is a symbol of duality, both theoretical and practical. Figuratively, it exposes the individual's persona, the social face presented to the world, and contrasts it with the shadow, unexplored or less desirable aspects of the personality hidden in the unconscious. This interface between the conscious and the unconscious self is potent with psychological growth potential to realize the Self.
James Hillman's Interpretation:
Observing through the lens of James Hillman's imaginal psychology, he perceives the mirror as a reflection of the soul. For him, dreams with mirrors point to the process of self-reflection not just on actions and behaviors, but also on deeper, spiritual elements. The mirror is a symbol of reflection - on the emotional (soul), intellectual, moral, and spiritual level. It indicates psychical introspection, a keener desire to understand the nuances of self, nuances that shape our relationship with the world.
Classical Interpretation:
Classically, mirrors in dreams symbolize self-realization, truth revelation, and confrontation with aspects of the self that may be unpleasant or hard to accept. They signify honesty, openness, reflection, and sometimes vanity or conceit.
Ancient Greek Interpretation:
In Greek mythology, mirrors were symbolic of truth and revelation. Narcissus, who fell in love with his reflection in water, symbolizes the danger of excessive self-focused love or vanity. Even goddesses, such as Aphrodite, were depicted with mirrors, portraying beauty, vanity, self-awareness.
Morphology:
Mirrors morphologically are associated generally with self-perception, self-image, awareness, and truth. They represent multifaceted facets of reality, self-exploration, duality, and transformations.
Similar Symbols
- water surface
- glass
- windows
- crystal ball
- reflective surfaces
Opposite Symbols
- fog
- darkness
- mask
- opaque objects
- blindfold
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