The Dictionary of Dreams (56 page)

of some deceitful person.

Scratch Head
.

To dream that you scratch your head, denotes strangers will annoy you by their flattering attentions, which you will feel are only shown to win favors from you.

Screech-owl
.

To dream that you hear the shrill startling notes of the screech-owl, denotes that you will be shocked with news of the desperate illness, or death of some dear friend.

Screw
.

To dream of seeing screws, denotes that tedious tasks must

be performed, and peevishness in companions must be combated.

It also denotes that you must be economical and painstaking.

Sculptor
.

To dream of a sculptor, foretells you will change from your present

position to one less lucrative, but more distinguished.

For a woman to dream that her husband or lover is a sculptor,

foretel s she will enjoy favors from men of high position.

Scum
.

To dream of scum, signifies disappointment will be experienced by you over social defeats.

Scythe
.

To dream of a scythe, foretells accidents or sickness will

prevent you from attending to your affairs, or making journeys.

An old or broken scythe, implies separation from friends,

or failure in some business enterprise.

Sea
.[198]

To dream of hearing the lonely sighing of the sea, foretells that you will be fated to spend a weary and unfruitful life devoid of love and comradeship.

Dreams of the sea, prognosticate unfulfilled anticipations,

while pleasures of a material form are enjoyed, there is an inward

craving for pleasure that flesh cannot requite.

For a young woman to dream that she glides swiftly over the sea with her lover, there will come to her sweet fruition of maidenly hopes, and joy will stand guard at the door of the consummation of changeless vows.

[198] See Ocean.

Sea Foam
.

For a woman to dream of sea foam, foretells that indiscriminate and

demoralizing pleasures will distract her from the paths of rectitude.

If she wears a bridal veil of sea foam, she will engulf herself in material pleasure to the exclusion of true refinement and innate modesty.

She will be likely to cause sorrow to some of those dear to her,

through their inability to gratify her ambition.

Seal
.

To dream that you see seals, denotes that you are striving for a place above your power to maintain.

Dreams of seals usually show that the dreamer has high aspirations

and discontent will harass him into struggles to advance his position.

Seamstress
.

To see a seamstress in a dream, portends you will be deterred

from making pleasant visits by unexpected luck.

Seaport
.

To dream of visiting a seaport, denotes that you will have opportunities of traveling and acquiring knowledge, but there will be some who will object to your anticipated tours.

Seat
.

To think, in a dream, that some one has taken your seat,

denotes you will be tormented by people calling on you for aid.

To give a woman your seat, implies your yielding to some

fair one's artfulness.

Secret Order
.

To dream of any secret order, denotes a sensitive and excited organism, and the owner should cultivate practical and unselfish ideas and they may soon have opportunities for honest pleasures, and desired literary distinctions.

There is a vision of selfish and designing friendships for one who joins a secret order.

Young women should heed the counsel of their guardians,

lest they fall into discreditable habits after this dream.

If a young woman meets the head of the order, she should oppose

with energy and moral rectitude against allurements that are

set bril iantly and prominently before those of her sex.

For her to think her mother has joined the order, and she is

using her best efforts to have her mother repudiate her vows,

denotes that she will be full of love for her parents, yet will

wring their hearts with anguish by thoughtless disobedience.

To see or hear that the leader is dead, foretells severe strains,

and trials will eventually end in comparative good.

Seducer
.

For a young woman to dream of being seduced, foretel s that she

will be easily influenced by showy persons.

For a man to dream that he has seduced a girl, is a warning for him

to be on his guard, as there are those who will falsely accuse him.

If his sweetheart appears shocked or angry under these proposals,

he will find that the woman he loves is above reproach.

If she consents, he is being used for her pecuniary pleasures.

Seed
.

To dream of seed, foretells increasing prosperity, though present

indications appear unfavorable.

Sentry
.

To dream of a sentry, denotes that you will have kind protectors,

and your life will be smoothly conducted.

Serenade
.

To hear a serenade in your dream, you will have pleasant news

from absent friends, and your anticipations will not fail you.

If you are one of the serenaders, there are many delightful things

in your future.

Serpents
.[199]

To dream of serpents, is indicative of cultivated morbidity

and depressed surroundings. There is usually a disappointment

after this dream.

[199] See Snakes and Reptiles.

Servant
.

To dream of a servant, is a sign that you will be fortunate,

despite gloomy appearances. Anger is likely to precipitate

you into useless worries and quarrels.

To discharge one, foretells regrets and losses.

To quarrel with one in your dream, indicates that you will, upon waking, have real cause for censuring some one who is derelict in duty.

To be robbed by one, shows that you have some one near you,

who does not respect the laws of ownership.

Sewing
.

To dream of sewing on new garments, foretells that domestic peace

will crown your wishes.

Shakers
.

To dream of seeing members of the sect cal ed Shakers in a dream,

denotes that you will change in your business, and feel coldness

growing towards your sweetheart.

If you imagine you belong to them, you will unexpectedly renounce

all former ties, and seek new pleasures in distant localities.

Shaking Hands
.

For a young woman to dream that she shakes hands with some prominent ruler, foretells she will be surrounded with pleasures and distinction from strangers. If she avails herself of the opportunity,

she will stand in high favor with friends. If she finds she must

reach up to shake hands, she will find rivalry and opposition.

If she has on gloves, she will overcome these obstacles.

To shake hands with those beneath you, denotes you will

be loved and honored for your kindness and benevolence.

If you think you or they have soiled hands, you will find

enemies among seeming friends.

For a young woman to dream of shaking hands with a decrepit old man, foretel s she will find trouble where amusement was sought.

Shakspeare
.

To dream of Shakspeare, denotes that unhappiness and dispondency

will work much anxiety to momentous affairs, and love will be stripped of passion's fever.

To read Shakspeare's works, denotes that you will unalterably

attach yourself to literary accomplishments.

Shampoo
.

To dream of seeing shampooing going on, denotes that you will engage in undignified affairs to please others To have your own head shampooed, you will soon make a secret trip,

in which you will have much enjoyment, if you succeed in keeping

the real purport from your family or friends.

Shanty
.

To dream of a shanty, denotes that you will leave home in the quest

of health. This also warns you of decreasing prosperity.

Shark
.

To dream of sharks, denotes formidable enemies.

To see a shark pursuing and attacking you, denotes that unavoidable

reverses will sink you into dispondent foreboding.

To see them sporting in clear water, foretells that while you are basking in the sunshine of women and prosperity, jealousy is secretly, but surely, working you disquiet, and unhappy fortune.

To see a dead one, denotes reconciliation and renewed prosperity.

Shave
.

To merely contemplate getting a shave, in your dream, denotes you

will plan for the successful development of enterprises,

but will fail to generate energy sufficient to succeed.

Shaving
.

To dream that you are being shaved, portends that you will let

imposters defraud you.

To shave yourself, foretells that you will govern your own business

and dictate to your household, notwithstanding that the presence

of a shrew may cause you quarrels.

If your face appears smooth, you will enjoy quiet, and your conduct

will hot be questioned by your companions. If old and rough,

there will be many squalls or, the matrimonial sea.

If your razor is dull and pulls your face, you will give your friends cause to criticize your private life.

If your beard seems gray, you will be absolutely devoid of any sense of justice to those having claims upon you.

For a woman to see men shaving, foretells that her nature will become sullied by indulgence in gross pleasures.

If she dreams of being shaved, she will assume so much masculinity that men will turn from her in disgust.

Shawl
.

To dream of a shawl, denotes that some one will offer you flattery and favor.

To lose your shawl, foretells sorrow and discomfort.

A young woman is in danger of being jilted by a good-looking man,

after this dream.

Shears
.

To see shears in your dream, denotes that you will become miserly

and disagreeable in your dealings.

To see them broken, you will lose friends and standing by

your eccentric demeanor.

Sheaves
.

To dream of sheaves, denotes joyful occasions.

Prosperity holds before you a panorama of delightful events,

and fields of enterprise and fortunate gain.

Sheep
.[200]

To dream of shearing them, denotes a season of profitable enterprises will shower down upon you.

To see flocks of sheep, there will be much rejoicing among farmers,

and other trades will prosper.

To see them looking scraggy and sick, you will be thrown into despair by the miscarriage of some plan, which promised rich returns.

To eat the flesh of sheep, denotes that ill-natured persons

will outrage your feelings.

[200] See Lamb and Ram.

Sheet Iron
.

To see sheet iron in your dream, denotes you are unfortunately

listening to the admonition of others. To walk on it,

signifies distasteful engagements.

Shells
.[201]

To walk among and gather shells in your dream, denotes extravagance.

Pleasure will leave you naught but exasperating regrets and memories.

[201] See Mussels and Oysters.

Shelter
.

To dream that you are building a shelter, signifies that you

will escape the evil designs of enemies.

If you are seeking shelter, you will be guilty of cheating,

and will try to justify yourself.

Shelves
.[202]

To see empty shelves in dreams, indicates losses and consequent gloom.

Full shelves, augurs happy contentment through the fulfillment

of hope and exertions.

[202] See Store.

Shepherd
.

To see shepherds in your dreams watching their flocks,

portends bounteous crops and pleasant relations for the farmer,

also much enjoyment and profit for others.

To see them in idleness, foretells sickness and bereavement.

Sheriff
.[203]

To dream of seeing a sheriff, denotes that you will suffer great uneasiness over the uncertain changes which loom up before you.

To imagine that you are elected sheriff or feel interested in the office, denotes that you will participate in some affair which will afford you neither profit nor honor.

To escape arrest, you will be able to further engage in illicit affairs.

[203] See Bailiff and Police.

Ship
.

To dream of ships, foretells honor and unexpected elevation to ranks above your mode of life.

To hear of a shipwreck is ominous of a disastrous turn in affairs.

Your female friends will betray you.

To lose your life in one, denotes that you will have an exceeding

close call on your life or honor.

To see a ship on her way through a tempestuous storm,

foretells that you will be unfortunate in business transactions,

and you will be perplexed to find means of hiding some intrigue

from the public, as your partner in the affair will threaten

you with betrayal.

To see others shipwrecked, you will seek in vain to shelter some friend from disgrace and insolvency.

Shirt
.

To dream of putting on your shirt, is a sign that you will estrange

yourself from your sweetheart by your faithless conduct.

To lose your shirt, augurs disgrace in business or love.

A torn shirt, represents misfortune and miserable surroundings.

A soiled shirt, denotes that contagious diseases will confront you.