What Does It Mean to Dream About Horses?

A horse in a dream speaks of strength, freedom and the urge to move forward. Whether you can ride it is the key to the dream.

In tradition

In traditional dream lore, a horse is seen as honour, standing and rising up. Riding a horse is read as success in an undertaking.

Psychological view

The horse represents your life energy and your instincts. Controlling it can show you are in balance with your passions; losing control, a feeling that is carrying you away.

Spiritual view

A free spirit; a call to set out on a journey.

Common versions

A white horse

a pure intention, a new hope.

A running horse

a change unfolding fast.

Falling off a horse

a fear of losing control.

An injured horse

energy that has run dry.

Ask yourself

Where was the horse taking you? Who do you feel is holding the reins in your life?

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