A dream of a patient seeing a cow

The cow symbolizes ancestors. It is said that the illness is caused by angry ancestors, and ancestral rites should be performed.

A dream of offering sacrifices to an idol or deity

You will ask a person of power to help fulfill your petition.

A dream of sitting on the ground

This dream relates to sitting. You will surely receive warm hospitality from those around you.

A dream of a large serpent going into a mouse hole

A foretelling of inheritance matters or death.

A dream of bowing deeply before an ancestor

An inheritance matter will arise, or a favor you asked of someone will be resolved smoothly—they will readily grant your request.

A dream of crying and bowing before a corpse

You will inherit an estate.

A dream of an ancestor appearing and crying

You may taste misfortune such as dishonor, and illness may arise in the family. The grave site may be unfavorable.

A dream of treating someone to a meal

You will have something to ask or instruct, and find someone to do your bidding.

A dream of keeping a corpse in a coffin inside the house

Fortune meant for someone else will come to you. Or ancestors show you the way—follow it and things will work out.

A dream of bowing to an ancestor

It relates to receiving an inheritance or petitioning within the family or an institution.

A dream of eating food given by a spiritual being

A respected person will entrust you with a task, and you will devote yourself to it.

A dream of visiting an ancestral grave

You will need to ask a favor of a helper or someone close to you.

A dream of visiting an ancestral grave

You will need to ask a favor of a helper or someone close to you.

A dream of crying sadly and bowing before a corpse

You will inherit an estate.

A dream of a snake following an ancestor around and then vanishing

For a married person, a sign of separation.

A dream of an ancestor appearing and giving prophecies or commands

You will handle matters according to your own judgment without anyone's interference.

A dream of a large serpent biting you

You will receive a great deal of help from someone.

A dream of a salaryman spending a night in his maternal grandmother's village

He will be assigned to an external affairs department.

A dream of offering cooked rice to a spiritual being

You will pass entrance exams or employment tests.

A dream of a deceased parent or grandparent leading a cow into the house and tying it up

The family will grow—not necessarily through childbirth, but a wife, daughter-in-law, housekeeper may come, or wealth may arrive from outside.

A dream of your own or someone else's feces staining part of your body

You will suffer or be embarrassed due to debts owed to others.

A dream of dining with a deceased person (ancestor)

Things will proceed without obstacles just as you wish. A peaceful and auspicious dream.

A dream of receiving a written statement or apology from someone

You will give orders to someone or investigate their background.

A dream of burying a dead cow in the ground

A family member will fall ill, or something will happen to an elderly relative.

A dream of pulling hair out from inside your belly

A relative or close person who was far away and hard to meet will suddenly return.

A dream of watching a cow defecate

A sign that someone who can help you financially will appear.

A dream of being treated to a meal by someone

You will become an employee serving a master, or be designated as the person in charge of something.

A dream of receiving a written statement or apology from someone

You will need to give orders to or investigate the other person.

A dream of carrying a dead pig on your shoulders

A source of trouble will arise at home.

A dream of eating food with a dead person or ancestor

Your work will prosper, and you will gain material and spiritual satisfaction.

A dream of a deceased ancestor caressing a family member

That family member will fall ill or experience physical ailment.

A dream of a black cow speaking to you

An ancestor has appeared as a cow to convey a message—something concerning a grave site or the household is about to happen.

A dream of trying to bury a dead cow

A source of trouble will arise at home.

A dream of chanting sutras or bowing before a Buddha statue

You will have a petition to make to someone of authority, or your wish will be fulfilled.

A dream of serving food to a deceased ancestor

Employment, school admission, or promotion will be achieved.

A dream of bowing to a deity or ancient saint

You will petition someone in power, and your wish will be granted.

A dream of performing a deep bow to your ancestors

You will inherit property from your parents, or a favor asked of others will work out well.

A dream of wrapping a serpent in a skirt and beating it to death

A source of trouble will arise at home.

A dream of a snake entering your house

Your household will grow in members, or business matters will increase.

A dream of seating a guest in the warm upper seat

You will meet someone you have always respected or someone you need to protect.

A dream of a spiritual being, benefactor, or ancestor showing affection toward you

You will meet a benefactor or ally and receive great help.

A dream of a large serpent coiling around your entire body

You will meet people from various walks of life.

A dream of rice bags piled high in the house

Wealth will come, or business will flourish.

A dream of a deceased ancestor stroking your head

You will fall ill or face a dangerous situation.

A dream of pouring alcohol on an ancestral offering table

A favor asked of an institution will be fulfilled.

A dream of a large serpent in your room

You will become engaged to someone destined for great power.

A dream of your father putting his old suit on you

You will inherit property or gain profit.

A dream of a large serpent biting you

Your endeavors will be fulfilled. You will gain wealth or honor and meet a good spouse or ally.

A dream of a snake entering your house

Your household will grow or new business matters will arise.

A dream of eating human flesh

Your wealth will grow, and you will see great profit.