What Does Dreaming of a Candle Mean?
Traditional Interpretation
In the tradition of Ibn Sirin and al-Nabulsi, the candle is interpreted as guidance, knowledge, glad tidings, and a light of hope setting out on its way; one who sees a brightly burning candle may pass from hardship into relief and may receive fortunate news. The candle that lights the darkness is also often interpreted as a child being born, a position of standing arriving, or a blessing that eases the heart.
Psychological View
In modern psychology, the candle may symbolize inner hope, an unextinguished faith, and the inner light that keeps a person standing through hard times. It can also point to a subconscious awareness of the passage of time, of what is fleeting, and of something slowly burning down; the dream may be touching on the dreamer's need for guidance, or for protecting the light within.
By Context
Seeing a Bright, Strongly Burning Candle
According to Ibn Sirin, a candle burning bright and steady can point to fortunate news, growing knowledge, and affairs falling into place; it may be interpreted as the herald of ease of heart and blessing.
The Candle Going Out or Flickering
A candle that goes out or trembles can point to a hope growing weak, to saddening news, or to a passing season of grief; in traditional interpretation it may be regarded as a caution to remain careful and prudent.
A Single Person Lighting a Candle
For a single person, a burning candle can indicate that a fortunate match or glad tidings of engagement or marriage are drawing near; it may be interpreted as the symbol of a new love or hope dawning in the heart.
A Married Person Carrying a Candle
For a married person, the candle can point to a blessing coming to the family, glad tidings of an awaited child, or a season of peace that lights up the home; it may also be seen as a symbol of carrying responsibility with light.