Owl Dreams

Dreams about Owls Mean…

When you have an owl dream, good things are happening. Owl symbolism is positive in your waking life and if you see an owl in your dream, it can mean that you have an owl spirit animal who protects you with wisdom and calm.

An owl will tell you what you need to notice, and the specific owl species you see will tell you even more. An owl landing beside you will tell you that something in the spirit realm is trying to pass on wisdom to you and an owl in your dream is a good sign.

Most Frequent Examples of an Owl in a Dream

Are You… Dreaming About a Dying Owl?

To have dead owl dreams suggests that your spiritual self is out of sync with that in your waking life. A dead owl is spiritual symbolism that you need to access greater self awareness.

Are You… Dreaming of an Owl Eating?

An owl eating suggests that there is something spiritual you are processing.

Are You… Dreaming of an Owl Preying?

An owl preying or an owl hunting suggests that you are out to provide for yourself and are very independent.

Are You… Dreaming of Owls Killing?

Owl’s killing suggest that there is something about your personality that you don’t like.

Are You… Dreaming of Owl Attacks?

An owl attacking you suggests that you’re feeling attacked in your waking life. An owl attacking something else suggests that you are feeling like a predator. An owl attack tells you to raise your guard and protect your spiritual energy. An owl attack is a warning to take heed in your waking life.

Are You… Dreaming About an Owl Watching You?

An owl staring ar you in your owl dream means that something is wrong and your intuition is trying to attract your attention about it. An owl staring at you means that you have a habit of ignoring important things.

Are You… Dreaming About a Silent Owl?

A silent owl suggests that there is something safe about your spiritual journey. An owl hoot is a warning that there is something to notice, however, a silent owl is a good sign that there is nothing to warn you about.

Are You… Dreaming About a Screaming Owl?

A screaming owl in a dream is a bad sign that there is something that needs your attention greatly. An owl in your dream is calling to you.

Are You… Dreaming About an Owl Sitting?

An owl sitting represents both death and wisdom.

Are You… Dreaming About a Flying Owl?

A flying owl is spiritual symbolism for freedom and independence. An owl flying is a sign that you want more control and freedom. If you are the owl flying, this desire for freedom is more apparent.

Are You… Dreaming About an Injured Owl?

Injured owl dreams suggest that there are some minor setbacks in your spiritual journey. Injured owl dreams mean that there is something in your intuition that might be blocked. An injured owl appears when it’s time for shadow work. There are some specific owl injuries that you might need to take notice of: an injured beak suggests a stuck voice or a wing suggests a lack of freedom.

The Different Types of Owls You May Dream of

Did You… Dream About a Giant Owl?

A giant owl appears when there is a great spiritual message you need to take notice of. This owl in your dream is something hard to ignore.

Did You… Dream About a Snowy Owl?

A snowy owl in your dream tells you to trust your intuitions and believe in divine timing. A snowy owl represents spirituality and freedom. A snowy owl in a dream might be trying to give your self-confidence a boost by reminding you of your pure, kind spirit, and one-of-a-kind personality.

A snowy owl appearing in your dream foreshadows possible conflict in the near future.

Did You… Dream About Barn Owls?

A barn owl means that there is a deeper connection to the spiritual world. When a bard owl appears in your dream, the barn owl in the dream represents your individuality and lack of socialization. A barn owl appears when you’re a fighter who focuses on yourself a little too much.

Did You… Dream About a White Barn Owl?

A white owl appears in your owl dream when you need to be reminded of spiritual purity. A barn owl stands for individualism, so a white barn owl might suggest that there is purity and spirituality in your aloneness.

Did You… Dream of a Barred Owl

A barred owl represents communication with the self and others, so perhaps there is something that you need to speak with someone about.

Did You… Dream About a Great Horned Owl?

Great horned owls mean strength, power and ferociousness. A great horned owl will not hold back if they sense danger. A great horned owl appears when you are prepared to protect yourself at all times.

Did You… Dream About a Baby Owl?

Dreaming of a baby owl also means something exciting will happen, giving you a new lease on life. Dreaming of a baby owl represents a new beginning or a new “growth period.”

The Different Colours of Owl You May Dream of

Did You… Dream About a Brown Owl?

Brown as a colour symbolizes a connection to the earth and to nature, so to see an owl in your dream that is brown represents your own connection to nature.

Did You… Dream About a Black Owl?

Black is the colour of shadows so when a black owl appears it could mean that this black owl dream symbol is telling you there’s something in your hidden self that needs attention.

Did You… Dream About a Grey Owl?

Grey suggests mystery, a grey area, or uncertainty. A grey owl means there might be something questionable in your own inner wisdom.

Did You… Dream About a Purple Owl?

Purple is the colour of the third eye chakra and this in turn means your own wisdom. A purple owl appears when there is something about your wisdom you need to take notice of.

Did You… Dream About a White Owl?

A white owl is known for it’s spirituality, a white owl is a spirit guide and shows you should trust your intuition. A white owl in a dream is a good sign that you’re on the right path.

If You’ve Had Dreams about Owls, You May Feel…

Positive

Happy: Owls are a sacred bird and an owl appearing on your dreams are spiritual gifts. If an owl flew by or an owl flew in your dream, these are more spiritual gifts of freedom.

Negative

Scared: a giant, scary owl can make you feel worried. A scary owl suggests there is a larger issue in your life that you need to take care of.

Worried: Owls are a nocturnal bird and an owl dream represents the darkness in your life. Such a dream can make you feel worried as you progress along the often lonely spiritual path. But trust your instincts, as things will come into the light at just the right moment.

A Bit of Context into… Owl Dreams

The Spiritual Meaning

A snowy owl in a dream symbolizes spiritual struggles. Snowy owls appear when you need guidance. An owl talking to you suggests that there is a deceased person trying to get in contact with you from the other side. When an owl bites, there is something that requires your attention. An owl screaming also suggests this.

The Religious Meaning

In greek mythology, owls represent wisdom and an owl will show you what religious messaging you need to take notice of.

The Psychological Meaning

An owl biting the mouth of someone suggests that you need to find your voice again. An owl speaking is saying something your inner wisdom knows.