Dreaming of the Angels, Messengers, Saints, Ulama, The Ka'bah, Athaan, Salaah and Hajj.

The Angels : Seeing an angel in one's dream is a very blessed dream. The observer of the dream will attain honor and piety. The people of that town in which such a dream was seen will receive peace and assistance.

Seeing Any of the Great Angels of Allah Ta'ala : Dreaming of any of the great angels of Allah (Such as Jibreel, Mikaail, Izrail and Israfeel Alayhimus Salaam) heralds, plentiful rain, fertility of land, abundant risk and reduction in prices of goods or commodities, it is also a glad tiding that the observer of such a dream will attain martyrdom.

Angels in the Masjid : If angels are seen in mosques it means that due to the religious shortcomings of the people of that town, the angels are commanding them to engage in dua, salaah, charity and sincere repentance. If angels are seen in the marketplace it means they are prohibiting the people from dishonesty in measure and weight. And if angels are seen in the cemetery it means a great calamity will be fall the pious servants of Allah.

An Unidentified Angel : If an unknown persons is referred to as an angel in the dream then surely he is none other than a great angel of Allah Ta'ala.

Seeing Rasoolullah (Sallallaahu-alayhi-wasallam) in the Dream : Rasoolullah (Sallallaahu-alayhi-wasallam) has said : “Whosoever sees me in his dream he has truly seen me. For, the devil is unable to assume my form”.

Seeing Rasoolullah (Sallallaahu-alayhi-wasallam) in a Pleasant Mood : If someone sees the Holy Prophet (sallallaahu-alayhi-wasallam) in a happy and pleasant mood then such a dream is in reality a harbinger of goodness and happiness. And seeing him in an unpleasant mood will mean misery and hardship in the world for that persons.

Seeing Rasoolullah (Sallallaahu-alayhi-wasallam) on Dry Land : If the Holy Prophet (Sallallaahu-alayhi-wasallam) is seen standing on dry, arid land, such land will soon become green and verdant (fertile).

When a Person in Grief Seeing Rasoolullah (Sallallaahu-alayhi-wasallam) : If a grief-Stricken, hard-pressed, poverty-stricken person sees Rasoolullah (Sallallaahu-Alayhi-wasallam) in his dream then his afflictions and anxieties will soon come to an end.

Rasoolullah (Sallallaahu-Alayhi-wasallam) in the Courtyard : If Rasoolullah (Sallallaahu-Alayhi-wasallam) is seen in someone's courtyard, fire and destruction will visit that place.

A Most Unpleasant Dream : If the Holy Prophet (Sallallaahu-Alayhi-wasallam) is seen as physically deformed or sick or dead then this is a very unpleasant dream. For, it alludes to the observer's negligence and unmindfulness in mattes of deen. Such a person should immediately resort to repentance.

Rasoolullah (Sallallaahu-Alayhi-wasallam) in Beautiful Garments : Seeing Rasoolullah (Sallallaahu-Alayhi-wasallam)in beautiful garments implies that the Ummah will attain success materially as well as spiritually.

Seeing Rasoolullah (Sallallaahu-Alayhi-wasallam)Walking : Seeing the Holy Prophet (Sallallaahu-Alayhi-wasallam) walking is in reality an instruction from him that the Ummah should engage in Jihaad. It also suggest that the observer of such a dream is negligent in matters of Deen.

Rasoolullah (Sallallaahu-Alayhi-wasallam) Delivering a Khutbah : Dreaming of Rasoolullah (Sallallaahu-Alayhi-wasallam)as delivering a khutbah suggests that his Ummah will obey the laws of Shari'ah.

Rasoolullah (Sallallaahu-Alayhi-wasallam) Looking into the Mirror : If Rasoolullah (Sallallaahu-Alayhi-wasallam) is seen looking into the mirror it implies that he is urging his Ummah to fully repay whatever amaanah (trust) is given to it.

Rasoolullah (Sallallaahu-Alayhi-wasallam) Eating Something : If Rasoolullah (Sallallaahu-Alayhi-wasallam) is seen eating (something) it means he is urging his Ummah to discharge Za-kaah.

Rasoolullah (Sallallaahu-Alayhi-wasallam) Presenting a Gift : If someone sees Rasoolullah (Sallallaahu-Alayhi-wasallam) giving him any of his garments to wear or his ring or sword or any other item it means that whatever he acquires (such as land, knowledge, fight, the ability to other constant devotion to Allah) he will acquire it to its maximum.

The Ambiyaa (Alayhimus Salaam) : Seeing the prophets of Allah is the same as seeing the angels of Allah Ta'ala suggesting freshness, plentiful rains, reduction of prices of things etc. There is only one exception : the observer will not attain shahaadah by seeing the ambiyaa (As) as is in the case of seeing the angels of Allah.

Becoming a Nabi : If anyone sees that he has become(any) one of the former apostles of Allah it means that he will be afflicted with similar hardships suffered by that particular Nabi. But he will finally attain success and be granted acceptance in both the worlds. His grief and sorrow sill also come to an end.

Ulama and Saints : Much goodness and greatness is attained if one sees the Ulama and pious persons in one's dream.

The Ka'bah : The Ka'bah personifies the imaamor khalifah of the Muslims. Therefore, any excellence or defects in the Ka'bah reflects similar excellence or defects in the imaamor khalifan.

Seeing the Ka'bah in Any Place Other than in Makkah : At times, the Ka'bah also stands for peace and harmony. Therefore, if the Ka'bah is seen in a place other than Makkah, it suggests that the people of that town or village will enjoy peace and harmony.

Tawaaf of the Ka'bah : If a person sees himself performing the tawaaf of the Ka'bah or discharging the rites or manaasik of Haji) then this is an allusion towards the correctness and authenticity of the Deen he professes.

Viewing the Ka'bah : The mere viewing of the ka'bah, in one's dream means that the observer of the dream will enjoy lasting dignity, exaltedness and victory. Fort, the Ka'bah is an object of desire for all who have hope.

Placing the Ka'bah Behind One's Back : if a person sees himself placing the Ka'bah behind his back or performing salaah on top of the Ka'bah, it is a sign that he has abandoned Islam.

An Incident : A man once came to Sa'eed Ibne Musayyib (RA) and said : “ I have seen ( in my dream) that I am performing Salaah on top of the Ka'bah”. He replied: “Fear Allah! For it seems to me you have forsaken Islam”. The man said : “Your Excellency! I hereby offer my repentance in your presence for I have been advocating the beliefs of the Qadriyyah sect since two months.

Performing Salaah in the Ka'bah : If a person sees himself performing salaah in the ka'bah in the proper manner, observing complete ruku' and sajdah and adopting inner serenity and outer calmness, then it means that he is rightly divided by Allah and steadfast upon the sunnah of Rasoolullah (sallallaahu-alayhi-wasallam). For, salaah is the main pillar of Islam(after Imaan) and a link between Allah and His servant.

But if the salaah is defective, lacking in Khushoo' and Khudoo' (i.e., Inner serenity and outer calmness and composure) it suggests that he has no regard for Islam and his contempt for it is equivalent to the mistakes he makes. He should make amends without further delay.

Inability of Determine the Qiblah : if a person sees himself as not being able to determine the Qiblah, it implies that he is confused and astray in matters of religion.

Making Additions to Salaah : And if a person sees himself making additions to the Salaah (Such as performing five rak'aat or observing three sajdahs instead of two) then it implies that he has either questioned the authenticity of or entertained doubts., with regards the five basic principles of Islam.

Salaah Towards East or West : If a person sees himself performing Salaah, facing east (When qiblah is not in that direction ) it means that he will advocate the beliefs of the Qadriyyah set. (a sect who believes in the freedom of will). If he performs Salaah facing west (When Qiblah is not in that direction) it means he will advocate the beliefs of the Jabriyyahn i.e. The sect of the fatalists, believing that man has no power of will: he is involuntarily forced by Allah to do good or bad).

Embracing Judaism, Christianity or Fire _ Worships : Seeing oneself embracing Judasim, Christianity or the religion of the Fire-Worshippers indicates that despite their love and affection for him, he will still oppose and refute them.

Idol Worship : If a person sees himself worshipping idols, it means he will attribute Falsehood to Allah Ta'ala, propagate falsehood, become a habitual drinker of wine and indulge in sinful acts.

If the idol is of silver it means he will either be in close proximity with sins or he will say falsehood (lie) to his wife.

An idol of gold suggests that he will soon face an unpleasant situation provoking him to become angry.

A wooden idol suggest that he will soon associate with a man who is a renegade.

An idol of steel, iron or copper means his single obsession in life is to seek the wealth and pleasures of the world.

Fire Worship : Seeing oneself worshipping fire means the observer will become corrupt in matters of religion. If no flames, are seen in the fire, it suggests he will acquire unlawful (Haraam) wealth.

Imaamat : Leading a group of people in one's dream suggests that the observer will assume leadership in the community provided he faces towards the proper direction of Qiblah,. Such a person will treat his followers with fairness, justness and rectitude. But if he does not face the Qiblah it means he will exploit his subject during his term of office.

Athaan : Hearing the athaan in one's dream during the months of Hajj (Shawwal, Zil-Qa'dah and 10 days of Zil-Hijjah), means the observer of the dream will perform Hajj. It could also mean he will attain respectability in matters of Deen.

Hearing the Athaan in any Month Other than Thil-Hijjah : If the athaan is heard in any other month besides the months of Hajj it means he will impart the knowledge of Deen through discourses and lectures. The same applies to athaan heard in streets and lanes.

An Incomplete Athaan During the Month of Hajj : Seeing oneself calling out an incomplete athaan during the months of Hajj suggests that the observer of the dream is among the good and pious people. It could also mean he will proceed for Hajj but will not be able to complete it.

An Incomplete Athaan During any Month other than Hajj : An incomplete athaan during any month other than Thil-Hijjah means he will steal something from which he will not profit a tall and, instead, he will become popular as a chief.

Calling Out the Athaan in Strange Words : Calling out the athaan in words unknown to the caller suggests that he is a great thief.

A Broken Minaret : A broken or fallen minaret suggests the people of that locality will become corrupt in matters of religions by dividing into numerous sects.

Erecting a Masjid : Erecting or building a masjid is an indication that the person will join a group of people in an effort to accomplish some noble task or to enable someone to get married

Sneezing : If a person sees himself sneezing in the dream and another says ya-rhamukallah it is a tiding that the observer (sneezer) will perform Hajj and Umrah_ Insha-Allah.

Shaving the Head : Dreaming of oneself as having shaved one's head during the month of Hajj is a glad tiding that one will proceed for Hajj. But if such a dream is seen during any other month besides Hajj it means that his capital (in monetary terms) will become exhausted. (This will be discussed in greater detail in this book).

Khutbah : If a person sees himself delivering the khutbah from the member it means he will attain respectability and a vast kingdom on condition that he is worthy of such a position (i.e. if he is an Imaamor a Khateeb). But if he is not worthy of such a position it means he will be crucified. In modern times when kingship and crucifixion are hardly in vogue, the same dream could perhaps be interpreted as the bestowment of abundant wealth if he is worthy of such bestowment. If not, he will be condemned to death and perhaps be hanged

A True Story : It is reported that a person came to Imaam Muhammad bin Sireen (RA) and said: “O Imaam! I dreamt that I was proclaiming the athaan!” The Imaam interpreted the dream thus: “Your hands shall be amputated (through stealing)”. Then came another person who related a similar dream. The Imaam interpreted his dream thus. : “You will proceed for Hajj.” The Imaam's students were amazed at these two conflicting interpretation of two dreams which resembled each other in every respect. They asked of or an explanation. He said that he first made a careful study of the character of both the persons and saw signs of evil present in the first person and interpreted his dream accordingly in the light of this verse of the Holy Qur'aan : then a claimer proclaimed; O people of the caravan Surely you are thieves!. As for the second persons he saw signs of virtue and piety present in him and therefore, interpreted his dream in the light of the following verse of the Holy Book : And proclaim (O Ibraheem!) to the people about Hajj!

The narrator of this incident says: “Matters turned out exactly as the Imaam had interpreted.”

At times, athaan could be interpreted announcement, information and notification.

Reciting the Holy Qur'aan : Looking into the Qur'aan and reciting it depicts and Hikmah (i.e. Islamic knowledge and wisdom).

In general, reciting the Qur'aan Symbolises truthfulness in speech and conduct.