As a devout Christian and theologian, I often marvel at the different meanings people attach to dreams. Last week I was having a conversation with a dear friend, and he was telling me about a dream he kept having recurrently.
He was pretty embarrassed about it because this particular dream was about pooping. He confided in me, and he also had some interesting interpretations of the dream. I was quite intrigued.
As a Christian, I started thinking about what this could mean and researched pooping in the Bible. I also read some books on Eastern Mythology, where I discovered that in Chinese and Middle Eastern folklore, pooping or seeing poop in dreams was a sign of prosperity.
I was quite enlightened about my discovery, and I planned to answer my friend’s question at our next coffee meeting. So, then, what is the spiritual meaning of pooping in a dream?
The Bible does not explicitly explain to us the spiritual meaning of pooping in a dream. However, different cultures believe that pooping in a dream or seeing poop in a dream is a sign of prosperity. These cultures, especially in Eastern mythology, suggest that poop in dreams is a good sign. They believe that poop is a symbol of spiritual release and that a very accurate meaning is said to be derived from the color of poop that one sees.
In this article, I invite you to join me as we delve into the meanings of pooping in a dream, the Biblical meaning of feces in a dream, interpretations of feces in a dream, and so much more!
What does pooping represent in a dream?
Pooping is a natural process that we must perform for the body to release waste. It is often shameful, and many people shy away from discussing matters of defecation.
Many people will spend thousands on products promising flowery and powdery-scented poop. Because of the unclean nature and often disgusting smell of poop, dreaming about it can be depressing and confusing.
The poop itself is unclean, and nothing good is associated with it other than the relief it accords an individual once it is out of the body.
You might be wondering what good representation a dream about pooping would have. Well, after this, you will want to be dreaming more about pooping because pooping in a dream is believed to represent:
Spiritual release and clarity
Whenever you find yourself dreaming of pooping, it is believed to represent cleansing and purification. It is also said to represent negative thoughts and feelings.
Many people believe that just like pooping removes and releases waste, pooping could be a sign of the release of anything impure.
Renewal and change
A dream of pooping is insinuated to mean that one wants to let go of old habits. It is believed to mean that one wants to become better, grow, and advance in various aspects of their life.
It is suggested that it means forgiving past hurts that one has harbored for a long time and moving forward.
Financial prosperity
Defecating in a dream is also believed to represent financial success. Many cultures believe that any sign of poop is a sign of an individual coming into a large sum of money; however, another school of thought implies that pooping is a sign of financial prosperity but that people should be careful when they have a lot of money as it is a big responsibility and can end up being misused if one is not deliberate about how to manage huge sums.
Biblical meaning of feces in the dream
The Bible is silent about the meaning of feces in a dream; however, we are told in Genesis 40:8 that dream interpretation and meaning belong to God.
As a Christian, if you ever encounter a dream about feces, approach God in prayer and ask Him to reveal its meaning to you.
Dreams often mean various things to different people, and one person’s interpretation may not be the same as another’s. It is, therefore advisable to ask God to reveal the meaning of the dream to you.
In the book of Genesis 41:28, we are made to understand that God speaks through dreams. This explains that God is also able to give interpretations of the unique dreams we have for ourselves.
The Bible in Deuteronomy 23:12–13 also explains how fecal matter should be handled. It does not tell us what feces may mean in a dream, but this verse is important to illustrate that although feces are often disgusting, there is a right way to handle feces.
God was instructing the Israelites that after relieving themselves, they were expected to cover it, and the pooping was to be done outside in a separate area from the camp.
We are made aware that God recognized pooping and feces, and so if you encounter them in a dream, it might be a message from God, but as a Christian, it is wise to ask God to reveal it to you.
Spiritual meaning of feces in a dream
Unexpected rewards and wealth
According to Eastern folklore, dreams about seeing feces in a dream are believed to be a sign of prosperity. In a dream, seeing feces is implied to mean that you will be recognized and rewarded for the hard work you have been doing.
It is suggested that your efforts on a project or relationship will be rewarded. The dream is also said to be an indication that one will receive unexpected wealth, and it is a reassuring sign that, in the end, no matter what challenges one encounters, everything always works out for the best.
Sickness
Dreaming of feces in a dream is suggested to mean illness. Dreams about eating feces are believed to mean that one has taken in toxic substances that could be deadly.
The feces are implied as an indication of an underlying condition that could lead to death. Other people believe that when you see feces and are about to eat it, it may mean you attained your wealth illegally.
Cleansing
Dreaming about feces is implied as a sign that it is time to let go and welcome new beginnings. The dream is suggested to mean that it is time to move forward from what was draining and stifling your progress in life.
Another school of thought suggests that feces could be the impure and unnecessary baggage one was carrying, and seeing feces may mean one could have disposed of them.
Vulnerability
Dreaming about feces, especially when in public, is believed to be a sign of vulnerability. Some people believe that when one is pooping in public, one might fear being judged because of the smell, sound, and sights that come with the process and that this dream is said to be a sign of fear and anxiety.
Stubbornness
In your dream, seeing feces is implied to be a reflection of one’s obstinate nature. It is believed to denote hard-headedness and being extremely opinionated, even in situations where it is not required.
This dream implies that some people believe you are a fighter, and you fight everyone and everything that comes your way to be seen as superior to others.
According to the popular interpretations of this dream, it is suggested that it means that one is avoided by other people because they are difficult to relate to. It is believed that it is a sign of the change that is required.
Some people believe that it means that an individual should evaluate and change the way they relate to other people.
Feeling stuck
According to numerous individuals, this dream could imply that you are stifled and stagnated. The dream is believed to show that there are issues you have encountered that are very challenging and have held you back in life.
Some people believe that the dream is a sign that one needs to evaluate their lives and change how they live. People also suggest that such dreams are a sign that one could be in their comfort zone and need to change how they do things to stop feeling stuck.
Money
Feces in dreams According to popular Eastern folklore, insinuation means prosperity. Prosperity can be in health, relationships, projects, business, and many other things; however, in this case, prosperity is largely inclined toward huge sums of money.
It is believed that if you see feces, you will have unexpected cash flow from unexpected sources.
Confidentiality
According to many people, it is believed that seeing feces in a dream represents the importance of keeping secrets. The act of pooping itself is often done in secrecy in the real world.
Nobody knows when someone is going to poop unless you reveal it to them. These secrets might be your own or other people’s.
The dream is suggested to be a warning against trusting people too easily and revealing discreet matters to people carelessly.
It is said that when you trust too easily, you might end up giving information to the wrong people, who can use it to cause you harm.
Some people suggest the dream means that one should check the people they hang around with and what they say to them to protect one’s reputation, especially if the secret is dark.
Self-Control
Feces in dreams According to some people, this is believed to mean that an individual needs to take control of their emotions.
It is believed that the dream is an indication that one needs to learn emotional intelligence to not only control one’s emotions towards others but also internally.
It is believed that being strong and in control of one’s emotions and not letting them take charge of your life is the interpretation of this dream. It is suggested that, especially when overwhelmed, one can loose can control completely of their emotions.
Interpretation of feces in a dream
Seeing poop everywhere in a dream
Dreaming of seeing poop everywhere is suggested to mean that one is in a state of turmoil. They are overwhelmed with the issues of life, and they have many unresolved issues that are hindering them from progressing.
It implies that one may be distressed about what to fix and what not to fix about their past, and they may have many regrets. It is suggested that such a dream is a sign of scattered mental space.
According to different schools of thought. The dream is said to be a sign that one needs to take time off to rest and rejuvenate.