The Dictionary of Dreams (42 page)

To see others practising this art, denotes profitable changes

to all who have this dream.

To dream of seeing a magician, denotes much interesting travel

to those concerned in the advancement of higher education,

and profitable returns to the mercenary.

Magic here should not be confounded with sorcery or spiritism. If the reader so interprets, he may expect the opposite to what is here forecast to follow.

True magic is the study of the higher truths of Nature.

Magistrate
.[118]

To dream of a magistrate, foretells that you will be harassed

with threats of law suits and losses in your business.

[118] See Judge and Jury.

Magnet
.

To dream of a magnet, denotes that evil influences will draw you

from the path of honor. A woman is probably luring you to ruin.

To a woman, this dream foretells that protection and wealth will

be showered upon her.

Magnifying-glass
.

To look through a magnifying-glass in your dreams,

means failure to accomplish your work in a satisfactory manner.

For a woman to think she owns one, foretells she will encourage

the attention of persons who will ignore her later.

Magpie
.

To dream of a magpie, denotes much dissatisfaction and quarrels.

The dreamer should guard well his conduct and speech after this dream.

Malice
.

To dream of entertaining malice for any person, denotes that you will stand low in the opinion of friends because of a disagreeable temper.

Seek to control your passion.

If you dream of persons maliciously using you, an enemy in friendly

garb is working you harm.

Mallet
.

To dream of a mallet, denotes you will meet unkind treatment from friends on account of your ill health. Disorder in the home is indicated.

Malt
.

To dream of malt, betokens a pleasant existence and riches

that will advance your station.

To dream of taking malted drinks, denotes that you will interest yourself in some dangerous affair, but will reap much benefit therefrom.

Man
.

To dream of a man, if handsome, well formed and supple, denotes that you will enjoy life vastly and come into rich possessions.

If he is misshapen and sour-visaged, you will meet disappointments

and many perplexities will involve you.

For a woman to dream of a handsome man, she is likely to have distinction offered her. If he is ugly, she will experience trouble through some one whom she considers a friend.

Manners
.

To dream of seeing ugly-mannered persons, denotes failure to carry

out undertakings through the disagreeableness of a person connected

with the affair.

If you meet people with affable manners, you will be pleasantly surprised by affairs of moment with you taking a favorable turn.

Man-of-war
.

To dream of a man-of-war, denotes long journeys and separation from country and friends, dissension in political affairs is portended.

If she is crippled, foreign elements will work damage to home interests.

If she is sailing upon rough seas, trouble with foreign powers

may endanger private affairs.

Personal affairs may also go awry.

Mansion
.

To dream that you are in a mansion where there is a haunted chamber, denotes sudden misfortune in the midst of contentment.

To dream of being in a mansion, indicates for you wealthy possessions.

To see a mansion from distant points, foretells future advancement.

Manslaughter
.[119]

For a woman to dream that she sees, or is in any way connected with, manslaughter, denotes that she will be desperately scared lest her name be coupled with some scandalous sensation.

[119] See Murder.

Mantilla
.

To dream of seeing a mantilla, denotes an unwise enterprise which will bring you into unfavorable notice.

Manufactory
.[120]

To dream of a large manufactory, denotes unusual activity

in business circles.

[120] See Factory.

Manure
.

To dream of seeing manure, is a favorable omen. Much good will follow the dream. Farmers especially will feel a rise in fortune.

Manuscript
.

To dream of manuscript in an unfinished state, forebodes disappointment.

If finished and clearly written, great hopes will be realized.

If you are at work on manuscript, you will have many fears for some

cherished hope, but if you keep the blurs out of your work you will

succeed in your undertakings. If it is rejected by the publishers,

you will be hopeless for a time, but eventually your most sanguine

desires will become a reality.

If you lose it, you will be subjected to disappointment.

If you see it burn, some work of your own will bring you profit

and much elevation.

Map
.

To dream of a map, or studying one, denotes a change will be contemplated in your business. Some disappointing things will occur, but much profit also will follow the change.

To dream of looking for one, denotes that a sudden discontent

with your surroundings will inspire you with new energy,

and thus you will rise into better conditions. For a young woman,

this dream denotes that she will rise into higher spheres

by sheer ambition.

Marble
.

To dream of a marble quarry, denotes that you life will be

a financial success, but that your social surroundings will be

devoid of affection.

To dream of polishing marble, you will come into a pleasing inheritance.

To see it broken, you will fall into disfavor among your associates

by defying all moral codes.

March
.

To dream of marching to the strains of music, indicates that you

are ambitious to become a soldier or a public official, but you

should consider all things well before making final decision.

For women to dream of seeing men marching, foretells their inclination for men in public positions. They should be careful of their reputations, should they be thrown much with men.

To dream of the month of March, portends disappointing returns in business, and some woman will be suspicious of your honesty.

Mare
.[121]

To dream of seeing mares in pastures, denotes success in

business and congenial companions. If the pasture is barren,

it foretells poverty, but warm friends. For a young woman,

this omens a happy marriage and beautiful children.

[121] See Horse.

Marigold
.

To dream of seeing marigolds, denotes contentment with frugality

should be your aim.

Mariner
.

To dream that you are a mariner, denotes a long journey to distant countries, and much pleasure will be connected with the trip.

If you see your vessel sailing without you, much personal discomfort will be wrought you by rivals.

Market
.

To dream that you are in a market, denotes thrift and much activity

in all occupations.

To see an empty market, indicates depression and gloom.

To see decayed vegetables or meat, denotes losses in business.

For a young woman, a market foretells pleasant changes.

Marmalade
.

To dream of eating marmalade, denotes sickness and much dissatisfaction For a young woman to dream of making it, denotes unhappy domestic associations.

Marmot
.

To dream of seeing a marmot, denotes that sly enemies are approaching you in the shape of fair women.

For a young woman to dream of a marmot, foretells that temptation

will beset her in the future.

Marriage
.[122]

For a woman to dream that she marries an old, decrepit man, wrinkled face and gray headed, denotes she will have a vast amount of trouble and sickness to encounter. If, while the ceremony is in progress, her lover passes, wearing black and looking at her in a reproachful way, she will be driven to desperation by the coldness and lack of sympathy of a friend.

To dream of seeing a marriage, denotes high enjoyment,

if the wedding guests attend in pleasing colors and are happy;

if they are dressed in black or other somber hues, there will

be mourning and sorrow in store for the dreamer.

If you dream of contracting a marriage, you will have unpleasant news from the absent.

If you are an attendant at a wedding, you will experience much

pleasure from the thoughtfulness of loved ones, and business

affairs will be unusually promising.

To dream of any unfortunate occurrence in connection with a marriage, foretel s distress, sickness, or death in your family.

For a young woman to dream that she is a bride, and unhappy or indifferent, foretel s disappointments in love, and probably her own sickness.

She should be careful of her conduct, as enemies are near her.

[122] See Bride.

Mars
.

To dream of Mars, denotes that your life will be made miserable

and hardly worth living by the cruel treatment of friends.

Enemies will endeavor to ruin you.

If you feel yourself drawn up toward the planet, you will develop keen judgment and advance beyond your friends in learning and wealth.

Marsh
.

To dream of walking through marshy places, denotes illness resulting from overwork and worry. You will suffer much displeasure from the unwise conduct of a near relative.

Martyr
.

To dream of martyrs, denotes that false friends, domestic unhappiness and losses in affairs which concern you most.

To dream that you are a martyr, signifies the separation from friends, and enemies will slander you.

Mask
.

To dream that you are wearing a mask, denotes temporary trouble,

as your conduct towards some dear one will be misinterpreted,

and your endeavors to aid that one will be misunderstood,

but you will profit by the temporary estrangements.

To see others masking, denotes that you will combat falsehood and envy.

To see a mask in your dreams, denotes some person will be

unfaithful to you, and your affairs will suffer also.

For a young woman to dream that she wears a mask, foretells she

will endeavor to impose upon some friendly person.

If she unmasks, or sees others doing so, she will fail to gain

the admiration sought for. She should demean herself modestly

after this dream.

Mason
.

To dream that you see a mason plying his trade, denotes a rise

in your circumstances and a more congenial social atmosphere

will surround you.

If you dream of seeing a band of the order of masons in full regalia, it denotes that you will have others beside yourself to protect and keep from the evils of life.

Masquerade
.

To dream of attending a masquerade, denotes that you will indulge in foolish and harmful pleasures to the neglect of business and domestic duties.

For a young woman to dream that she participates in a masquerade,

denotes that she will be deceived.

Mast
.

To dream of seeing the masts of ships, denotes long and pleasant voyages, the making of many new friends, and the gaining of new possessions.

To see the masts of wrecked ships, denotes sudden changes in your

circumstances which will necessitate giving over anticipated pleasures.

If a sailor dreams of a mast, he will soon sail on an eventful trip.

Master
.

To dream that you have a master, is a sign of incompetency on your part to command others, and you will do better work under the leadership of some strong-willed person.

If you are a master, and command many people under you,

you will excel in judgment in the fine points of life,

and will hold high positions and possess much wealth.

Mat
.

Keep away from mats in your dreams, as they will usher you

into sorrow and perplexities.

Match
.

To dream of matches, denotes prosperity and change when least expected.

To strike a match in the dark, unexpected news and fortune is foreboded.

Matting
.

To dream of matting, foretells pleasant prospects and cheerful news

from the absent. If it is old or torn, you will have vexing things

come before you.

Mattress
.

To dream of a mattress, denotes that new duties and responsibilities will shortly be assumed.

To sleep on a new mattress, signifies contentment with present surroundings.

To dream of a mattress factory, denotes that you will be connected

in business with thrifty partners and will soon amass wealth.

Mausoleum
.

To dream of a mausoleum, indicates the sickness, death, or trouble

of some prominent friend.

To find yourself inside a mausoleum, foretells your own illness.

May
.

To dream of the month of May, denotes prosperous times,

and pleasure for the young.

To dream that nature appears freakish, denotes sudden sorrow

and disappointment clouding pleasure.

May Bugs
.

To dream of May bugs, denotes an ill-tempered companion where a congenial one was expected.

Meadow
.

To dream of meadows, predicts happy reunions under bright promises

of future prosperity.

Meals
.[123]

To dream of meals, denotes that you will let trifling matters

interfere with momentous affairs and business engagements.