What is the biblical meaning of dreaming of a snake? Since time immemorial people have been dreaming of snakes. The symbolism of snake dreams is also discussed in detail in scripture (Genesis 3:1).
We see the devil using the character of a serpent to trick Eve into rebelling against God. He deceived them that by disobeying God they would be like him, little did they know they were already like God as they were created in his image and likeness. They were placed in the Garden of Eden to execute God’s Will.
The symbolism of a snake in a dream can best be interpreted based on:
- Where the snake bites in a dream.
- Based on the snake’s color in a dream
- The snake’s action in the dream
- The type of snake in question and its characteristics.
There are many sources from which we can draw the interpretation of snake symbolism. However, as believers in Jesus Christ, we are supposed to rely on God for the interpretation, for “in Christ Jesus is the total of all wisdom and knowledge.” Colossians 2:3
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There is only one place in the scriptures where a snake is used to symbolize something positive. It is when God asked Moses to erect a brazen serpent which symbolized that the son of man shall be crucified to bring salvation to all who look to him. Therefore, the symbolism represents redemption and salvation of mankind from his sinful nature.
The snake is portrayed as an evil entity. It represents the devil himself, the serpent in the Garden of Eden. It also represents the schemes of the evil one, his cunning nature to deceive man to fall from the path of righteousness.
Since snakes are poisonous, they can also indicate evil influence and danger that lurks in the darkness to destroy the simple. It is fatal and can also cause paralysis and health issues. It may also indicate witchcraft or even a spell cast to cause sicknesses and poison your life entirely.
Snake dreams may symbolize spiritual warfare with demons of a higher ranking or even the devil himself.
Snake Dream Interpretation Based on The Type of Snake
The spiritual meaning of a rat snake attacking you in a dream
A rat snake is generally nonpoisonous and may symbolize an enemy who tries to harm you but he is not capable as you are sanctified, and covered with the blood of Jesus Christ. (Jeremiah 54:17).
The Biblical Meaning of a Python in a Dream
Dreaming of a python snake symbolizes spiritual suffocation. This snake is massive and has very strong muscles to suffocate its prey. I remember having a snake dream in which a python tried to kill me by suffocating me.
It squeezed me so hard, but by the grace of God, I overcame it. The symbolism represented an evil spiritual entity that was trying to kill something precious in my life. As we all know suffocation can lead to serious damage to the respiratory system, even leading to death.
The biblical meaning of a cobra attacking you in a dream
Dreaming of a cobra snake may symbolize something poisonous in your life or even poisonous friendships that have the power to destroy your destiny. Naturally, cobras are among the most poisonous snakes.
The Bible in Luke 10:19 declares, “We have been given authority over serpents and scorpions.” use this authority to crush every evil spirit in Jesus’ name.
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From the snake’s behavior, we know that it can also symbolize our emotions of anger and rage. That’s how we always behave when blinded by anger, as it poisons our souls. This makes us bitter and unforgiving.
Snake Dream Interpretation Based on its Color
A white snake attacking you in a dream
A white snake in a dream might represent self-righteousness. The Bible warns us to be watchful as the devil turns himself into an angel of light and ends up misleading many.
The color of the snake reflects the character of whoever is attacking you.
Biblical meaning of black a snake in a dream
A black snake in a dream symbolizes forces of darkness just as the color black is associated with witchcraft and dark powers. Similar dreams include seeing a black cat in your dreams and dreaming of a black raven.
Snake Dream Interpretation Based on Where a Snake Bites You
Most snake dreams involve the snake biting the person dreaming. The bite may inflict pain and even lead to poisoning, depending on the context of the dream.
Dreaming of a snake biting your head
The head is the seat of governance where life-changing decisions are made. It also represents your emotions and willpower. It also represents your potential, as it is in the human mind where such ability resides.
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I remember having a dream where a rat snake bit my forehead several times. In the dream I was resting beside a river (river represents the flow of life – progress), then I walked up and went to a beautiful field covered with grass. As I was lying down, all of a sudden, a snake bit my forehead wounding me.
I took it by the hand and smashed its head against the ground and it was badly injured. It tried to escape but I chased after it and crushed its head and body with my foot. It could not withstand the pain so it crawled away at a supersonic speed.
Dreaming of a snake biting your leg
The heel is an open door to your soul and therefore when a snake bites it poisons your soul with bitterness and unforgiveness.
I also remember when I was doing my undergraduate attachment at the Kenya Bureau of Standards, I had a dream in which a cobra snake bit my heel twice and I immediately crashed its head with my foot and killed it. I prayed against it and asked God to reveal to me the interpretation.
I had the dream on a Saturday, the next morning when I was in the church, the visiting pastor inspired by the Spirit of God warned that whoever was having snake dreams should not take it lightly. I knew God was speaking to me to take action through prayers and fasting.
The truth is that I was bitten by the cobra but I was able to overcome through the blood and name of Jesus. I remember I went into a season of bitterness and unforgiveness, however, by the end of it all God saved me and gave me victory over the enemy.
Dreaming of a snake biting your hands
Your hands symbolize your strength. A snake biting your hands means that it is paralyzing your ability to be productive. It is attacking your business and also rendering you weak.
The interpretation of the dream is drawn from the Bible as God declared that “He will bless the works of our hands.” It is that work which the enemy is targeting, your ability to serve God with your hands. (Deuteronomy 16:15, 28:12, 30:9)
Snake Dream interpretation Based on The Snake’s Action
Being chased by a snake in a dream biblical meaning
If a snake is chasing after you, then it symbolizes that there is a force of witchcraft trying to attack you and you need to pray to defeat it in Jesus’ name. When a snake wraps itself around your body, it symbolizes spiritual suffocation.
What does it mean to have sex with a snake in a dream?
Sex symbolizes fertility and probably may mean the enemy is trying to plant a seed of wickedness and perversion in your life. It might also mean you are being initiated into cultism and witchcraft without your awareness. The dream interpretation differs based on its context.
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A Prayer Against Snake Dreams
- “Heavenly Father,
- I come before You seeking Your divine protection and guidance. I confess my fears about the recurring snake dreams that trouble my spirit. Your Word assures us that You have not given us a spirit of fear but of power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7).
- Lord, I ask for Your strength to overcome these troubling dreams. Grant me discernment to understand the deeper spiritual messages they may carry.
- I declare that no weapon formed against me shall prosper, and every tongue that rises against me in judgment shall be condemned (Isaiah 54:17).
- In the name of Jesus Christ, I rebuke any spiritual attack associated with these dreams. I declare Your authority over my life and ask for Your divine intervention to bring peace and assurance to my heart.
- May Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard my heart and mind in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7).
- I surrender these dreams into Your hands, Lord, knowing that You are greater than any spiritual disturbance. I ask for Your divine intervention to bring clarity to my life.
- Help me, Lord, to walk in faith and not in fear. Thank you for the assurance that You are with me always, protecting and guiding me through every situation.
- I thank You for Your faithfulness and love, Lord. In Jesus’ mighty name, I pray. Amen.”
Blessed day man of God.
What does it mean when in a dream you see a huge brown snake crossing you path but without harming you.
I was with my future husband(planning for a wedding next month)
On our part we literally waiting for the long thing to cross so that we proceed with our journey.
It crossed and we proceeded
The python symbolizes a suffocating Spirit, the will try to hinder the wedding plans.
Pray and fasting to raise against every authority fighting the will of God concerning your marriage.
Consider dedicating your marriage and wedding to God for protection and sanctification. Raise an altar through a sacrifice for your protection.
May God see you through and bless you.
snagged evening Pastor. i dreamt a silver snake with teeth like crocodile what does it mean
The color is not that important. The dream simply symbolizes an enemy in disguise
Hi,what does it mean when you dream of a colourful snake biting the back of your right hand?
The most poisonous snakes tend to be very colorful. And your right hand symbolizes your strength as it stands for a dimension of power and authority.
There is an enemy attacking this aspect of your life. Pray about it
I dreamt of throwing up fishes and snakes; they seems alive, and I felt good after that
That is a spiritual detoxication. God is cleansing your spirit from filthy. Read this article on vomit in dreams
https://christiandreammeaning.com/dreaming-vomiting-biblical-meaning/
Good day man of God, I had a dream of a snake trying to bite some one close to me, I immediately took action by trying to stop the snake and by doing so, caught the attention of the snake and it bit me by the side of my stomach, I dragged it off and with anger killed the snake with a shoe, detaching its head from the body. The snake was a red and black cobra, the body is black and the belly part is red (I can still picture it as am writing this message) it wasn’t funny though.
More so, my wife had a dream of a big snake (python) but this one BARKS like a dog too, trying to creep into our house but could not, but she said she saw a woman that took her by her hand and told her to follow her as she walk through the mist of the snake and they could not do anything to both of them and that was her she came into the house, few months latter her brother came for holiday at our house and had same dream again but this time one of the founding father of one of the big churches in Nigeria came and some flee and some killed.
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Always be careful when involving yourself in other people spiritual battles. Let them fight their own battles, because you have no idea what you are up against. This is the message the dream is conveying.
Before you consider praying for someone, ask yourself if you are backed up by a stronger alter, if you are sanctified, if you are covered, and if your spiritual gifts are dedicated to God for protection? Don’t just throw blows aimlessly in the spiritual realm as you have no idea what you are up against.
I don’t mean that you should never pray for anyone, but ask the Holy Spirit if He wants you to do so. Seek God’s will first.
You may pray for someone out of the will of God, and end up with their problems. Beware! Wisdom is supreme and seek God’s will on the matter.
That’s why in the dream you ended up hurt, however you overcame the enemy by killing the snake.
To God alone be all the glory.
Good explanation
Thanks. Glory be to Jesus
Thank man man of God I like the interpretation
Profound!