What Does Dreaming of a Hammer Mean?
Traditional Interpretation
In the tradition of Ibn Sirin and al-Nabulsi, the hammer can point to strength, authority, and a steadfast helper who sets affairs in order. Seeing a hammer in a dream may often be interpreted as the dreamer completing a task at hand with determination and resolve, breaking through and overcoming obstacles, or gaining a powerful supporter.
Psychological View
In modern psychology, the hammer represents inner strength, willpower, and the desire to shape things. Seeing a hammer in a dream can point to the dreamer's need to solve a problem in their life directly and decisively, or to suppressed anger or the energy to act rising to the surface.
By Context
Driving in a Nail or Building Something with a Hammer, According to Ibn Sirin
Can point to founding a venture on solid ground, to lawful earnings, and to a lasting success to be achieved through labor.
Seeing a Hammer, for Someone Single
Can point to meeting a strong, protective person of solid character who will give direction to their life, or to a growing resolve to stand on their own feet.
Seeing a Hammer, for Someone Married
May be interpreted as taking responsibility within the family and striving to hold the home together, as decisions that will strengthen the household, and as material order growing firmer.
The Hammer Breaking or Falling from the Hand
Can point to a passing feeling of weakness, to anxiety about losing a source of support, or to a warning against spending one's strength in the wrong direction; regathering oneself with patience may be needed.
Harming Someone with a Hammer / Striking in Anger
Can indicate that suppressed anger or a resentment toward someone needs to be voiced, and can be read as a call to avoid uncontrolled reactions.