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Preparing a Suitcase
It is a dream that may be interpreted as indicating that there may always be unexpected circumstances in life, that one must remain constantly on the offensive against unforeseen situations, and that one must act accordingly, being prepared in the face of developments.
It is related that whoever sees himself preparing a suitcase in his dream will enter a fortunate period, yet may encounter unexpected developments to which he must pay attention in the long term; that he will become nimble by putting himself in order in the face of unforeseen circumstances, but that his nimbleness will not avail him, and that he may enter a fortunate period by putting his personal interests foremost.
If the person who sees the dream is single or divorced, it is expressed as meaning that color will come into his life, that a person whom he deems suitable for himself has appeared or may appear before him, that he must know well the people who will cross his path, that he will enter the special path called marriage without making a mistake, and that he will achieve a happy marriage by acting appropriately.
If the person has no thought of marriage, it is expressed as meaning that he will establish firm friendships with those who enter his life, that developments in his life will cause him to see happier tomorrows, and that, by controlling circumstances, he will gain the awareness that he must experience special moments.
Whoever sees in his dream that he has left the house with his suitcase in his hand is interpreted as meaning that he will be in contact with someone coming from afar, or that he will encounter such a person and be astonished. It is expressed as meaning that the person will happen upon an acquaintance on the road and that they will spend very good moments together, and that the dreamer will be very happy.
It is expressed as meaning that people will have very great dreams, but that they will abandon, or be compelled to abandon, their dreams because of their standards of living or for various other reasons. It is thought that the dreams or desires formed by people after being affected by different circumstances in their surroundings will disappear when the person thinks soundly, and that they may remain only as a dream.
It is stated that an abrupt change may also occur in the working life of those who see the dream, that they may resign through sudden anger or a sudden decision, that they may have to undergo a financial change, or that they may have accumulated money. It is expressed as meaning that after resigning, he will make an enterprise with his savings, or that he may live on his savings for a certain period and then begin a new working life.
Whoever empties his suitcase after returning from a holiday in his dream, this signifies that he has formed many dreams and that the end of the dreams he formed will come. It is interpreted as meaning that those who see the dream will have very great dreams, that they will strive greatly in order to attain their dreams, and that, unable to obtain the fruit of their efforts, they will be compelled to abandon their dreams.
It is related that the dreams of those who see the dream will be at the very summit, and that attaining them will be the sole thing they desire and will desire in life. It is expressed as meaning that people will make many attempts in order to attain their wishes, strive to reach many people, and desire to receive the recompense for their efforts directly.
It is characterized as meaning that having no other path left will cause people to compromise their dreams or abandon them, and that the dreamer, who is responsible for what will occur, will be undergoing changes or developments dependent upon various causes.
Whoever sees in his dream that he is emptying his suitcase after returning from the pilgrimage, this signifies that he will suffer much distress, that he will strive greatly to escape his troubles, yet that he will be compelled to surrender when his efforts prove fruitless.
It is interpreted as meaning that those who see the dream will have many troubles in life, that they will attack people while perpetually lamenting and supplicating without knowing the cause of their distress, that they will ask many people for help for the sake of their own dreams and will receive help, and that the assistance they receive will become very conspicuous because it will attract people’s notice.
It is related that people must pursue their dreams or ideals, but that their dreams will not come true because they are too far-fetched and because they dream excessively, and that, realizing their dreams have not been fulfilled, they must abandon them. It is expressed as meaning that those who see the dream will make great efforts, that their efforts will be closely observed by those around them, and that they will be unable to endure any longer without receiving recompense for their efforts and will be forced to give up.
Whoever sees in his dream that he is emptying the suitcase of a relative who has returned from a holiday, this signifies that he will be in a highly competitive environment and will be defeated by the people facing him in that field of competition.
It is interpreted as meaning that those who see the dream will be in a work environment or a school environment, or in another place where many people are present, and that they will constantly share the same surroundings with people while striving and competing for the same matters. It is related that there will be different competitive environments according to people’s family lives, ways of living, efforts, and the validity of the matters for which they strive; that those who compete will strive greatly to surpass their rivals, or will do so; and that although those who strive will do more than they can, the result will not be very promising.
It is expressed as meaning that the tactics of those who see the dream for distinguishing themselves and moving toward the goal may differ in different environments, that the competition entered into will not be a just competition, and that although people do everything in their power, their efforts on their own within the environment will yield no result and the matter will end negatively.
Whoever sees in his dream that he is emptying his suitcase because he has returned from a business journey, this signifies that he is a person who attracts attention through the work that exists or will exist in his working life, who expects an elevation in status in the near future, and whose expectations will come to nothing.
It is interpreted as meaning that those who see the dream will possess a different ambition in their lives, that various forms of ambition may cause the person to err, and that they will have great expectations because all the work being undertaken is entirely connected with promotion. It is related that those who see the dream will be engaged in working life in different environments; that the dreamer, who occupies a certain place in working life, will have several opportunities before him to reach better positions; that he will evaluate the opportunities presented to him in order to rise in status and receive promotion; that, as a result of evaluating them, people will make great efforts to rise within different departments; and that their efforts will remain unrewarded.
It is expressed as meaning that the promotion expected by those who see the dream will in time prove empty, that they will lose it to a close friend or acquaintance in the same workplace with whom they are in mutual competition, that they will be unable to recover themselves for a long time because of the promotion they desired so greatly, and that the grief caused by this promotion for which they had prepared will greatly affect the person’s working and private life spiritually. They must urgently come to themselves and look ahead, and must take firm steps by evaluating the opportunities that appear before them.
A married person who empties a suitcase in his dream, this signifies that he will have a happy marriage, but that several problems will arise before him in time, troubles will appear in his marriage, and a brief separation will occur.
It is interpreted as meaning that there is, or will be, a constant person in the lives of those who see the dream; that married people will value their spouses greatly; that they will often receive the return of the value they give; that, by considering the regard they receive, they will enter into many thoughts; and that, as a result of these thoughts, they will press their spouse greatly in order to set their own heart at ease.
It is expressed as meaning that a person’s excessive attention or excessive lack of attention may overwhelm the parties, leading to a brief separation or to the adoption of a hostile attitude. It is expressed as meaning that separation from one’s spouse may be in question for those who see the dream, or that, because such a matter has been postponed, a new matter will arise and come to the agenda.
Whoever buys an old suitcase in his dream, this signifies that he is making plans for the future and will be able to make and implement his own decisions without falling under anyone’s influence. It is interpreted as meaning that those who see the dream desire a different way of life and may experience many developments concerning their lives after seeing the dream.
It is related that, while making plans for the future, people must assess their own economic and social conditions; that, while making this assessment, they must act according to their wishes in different institutions and organizations; and that, during the process of development, they must enter into various interactions in order to attain what they desire.
The taking of one’s own decisions by those who see the dream does not mean that they will take entirely correct steps; rather, they must control circumstances. The existence of different environments in which they must exercise control will lead people to think soundly; the likelihood that they will make correct decisions is high, yet it is possible that they will make certain mistakes in life. It is expressed as meaning that, by making mistakes, they may find the right path and once again place their lives in a better order than their former order by their own efforts.
Whoever buys a brand-new suitcase in his dream, this signifies that he will establish a principle of his own toward life and take certain steps, and that, while taking these steps, his likelihood of seizing opportunities and advancing toward success is high.
It is interpreted as meaning that those who see the dream desire many things from life, such as success, health, and wealth—conditions desired and pursued by every person in life; that he is a very determined person who seeks to obtain what he wants; that he may acquire these things through work; that many opportunities may arise before him to attain success and money; and that he will evaluate the opportunities by acting in accordance with his nature.
It is related that people will take important steps in different environments, that by evaluating these steps they may attain a certain position in life, that by making use of the positions obtained in different environments they may reach success and the wealthy class known as the high estate, and that after touching the wealthy class, many opportunities may appear before them through a little diligence and a little fortune. It is expressed as meaning that the person will make the best use of the opportunities that appear before him in accordance with his own wishes, that by making use of these opportunities he may attain a certain position in life, and that the positions obtained will herald a successful life.
Whoever receives a suitcase from a friend in his dream, this signifies that circumstances will arise requiring a responsible person to be more attentive, and that married people will have children. It is interpreted as meaning that those who see the dream will have a certain position in every environment, that because they possess a definite bearing they will be sought after in every setting, and that because they bear a particular title they will have visible duties; and that having duties will impose responsibility upon the person.
It is related that people’s being responsible within an environment may be because of their age; that the young may be involved in high-ranking family or corporate affairs; or that it may arise from their stern, resolute, and conclusive bearing toward life. If those who see the dream are married, it is expressed as meaning that their burden in the family will increase, that the number of people in their lives will grow, that by taking on the responsibility of the baby who enters their life they may fall into a certain lamentation, or that they will work harder to provide sustenance for the child, and that by controlling circumstances they will be respected by people in every environment.
It is characterized as meaning that the increase of people’s responsibilities may cause them to think differently, take different steps, distinguish themselves from the circumstances in which they presently find themselves, or rise to a capacity whereby they can assume more responsibilities by entering into different aspects of life.
Whoever receives a suitcase from a relative in his dream, this signifies that he will work much and that, because his working life may be intense, he will have a very stressful way of living. It is interpreted as meaning that various developments will occur in the lives of those who see the dream; that by acting with a focus on success they will cultivate themselves exceedingly well; but that there will be many obligations in life, such as family, work, and material expenses; that the person will work constantly and greatly in order to fulfill his obligations; and that by putting his work in order he will reach very good positions.
It is expressed as meaning that people will experience various developments in every environment, that they will generally suffer stress connected with working life because of working very intensely, and that the person’s being under stress may cause him to pass through troubled periods. It is expressed as meaning that people’s desire to be active in every environment, particularly their involvement in civil-society organizations, will cause them never to remain idle, and that, being unable to create time for themselves, they will enter into stress.
Whoever receives a full suitcase in his dream, this signifies that he will be active, that his energy will be abundant, that people who will add color to his life will always be present, and that developments in his working life will likewise be plentiful. It is related that those who see the dream possess the joy of living and expectations from life, and will always possess them; that because people find it difficult to live with expectations, they have a very energetic nature; and that they may encounter circumstances symbolizing the style of those who attach importance to energy.
It is expressed as meaning that people will establish an active way of life; that because of their nature, which loves amusement, they will become friends with personalities who gather together wholly youthful people around them—especially those who value many places of amusement, foremost among them clubs filled with energy and lovers of entertainment—and with personalities whose conduct causes them to feel special as they take their steps. It is interpreted as meaning that people seek to stand out within their surroundings, believe that their energy is sufficient for everyone and every environment, and will always be a cheerful personality in every setting with the thought that they can enjoy themselves at all times.
People’s energy and understanding of entertainment will also prevail in their working lives; generally, they will choose environments in which they can enjoy themselves or will not be excessively serious while working, or they will try to bring energy to the environments in which they are found. It is expressed as meaning that, because they cannot regulate their energy in working life, they will pass through very fluctuating periods, but that in time, by learning to govern themselves, they will attain a standard after the rises and falls in their working life.
This is a dream likely to be seen by people who do not wish to bear responsibility and who fear controlling circumstances, as it affects the subconscious.
Whoever sees in his dream that he is preparing a suitcase and occupied with the suitcase is interpreted psychologically as meaning that he does not display, and avoids displaying, a stance toward life; that he is very afraid at the thought that, when he takes a stance toward life, he will enter into a great obligation; and that, being continually defeated by his fears, he hesitates to take his steps. It is related that those who see the dream are timid people who do not feel prepared for the difficult struggle called life and who make no effort whatsoever to become prepared, and that such people are likely to see this dream.
It is characterized as meaning that those who see the dream are generally selfish; that they act according to themselves and their own interests and possess the quality of being able to betray anyone and behave differently whenever their own interests are at stake; and that, because their ego is high, they may also be so cruel as not to regard anyone’s tears.
It is expressed as meaning that people possess the great faculty of being able to use everyone when their own interests are concerned; that they will enjoy having around them people whose presence enables them to accomplish their own affairs by assessing circumstances; and that, in order to be happy and attain what they desire, they will strive to tread upon everyone and remain capable of making qualified use of every person.
It is interpreted as meaning that those who see the dream generally live, or will live, very emptily; that the dreams they form in their lives generally will not come true; that they perpetually form superior dreams and exist within a world of imagination; and that they do not think realistically about life and do not approach it realistically.
Positive Meaning
It can be read as a sign of easing, receiving support, gaining morale, or a fruitful development.
Shadow Meaning
Underestimating opportunities, succumbing to comfort, or being late may reduce the positive effect.
Advice
In the interpretation, the themes of work and responsibility, success and reputation, the emotional tone in the dream, and how the symbol concludes in the dream should be evaluated together.