Almost all insects have earned the honor of becoming symbols of folk beliefs and proverbs. The dragonfly is no exception: this light, fragile insect not only symbolizes weather conditions but also predicts future events.
Good omen or bad omen
A large number of dragonflies nearby is generally considered a negative omen, serving as a warning. However, there are also positive interpretations, suggesting that a dragonfly nearby is a good omen.
- A flock of dragonflies in your home foretells the arrival of guests. These winged oracles foretell a visit from relatives or friends soon.
- If on a hot day dragonflies gather near you, this means success.
- Several insects flying overhead mean the appearance of new friends and interest from the opposite sex.
- If dragonflies land on a sore spot on your body, it means they're "pulling" illnesses out of you. If you're currently in a bad mood or experiencing a series of troubles, things will soon change for the better: a dragonfly's touch brings cheerfulness and optimism.
- If you see several dragonflies around you on a hot summer day, be prepared to encounter unceremonious and annoying individuals who will ruin your mood and test your patience.
- Seeing dragonflies fluttering outside your window foretells an unexpected surprise. You'll soon receive a long-awaited gift from your parents or a loved one. The surprise may also be related to other aspects of your life (a promotion at work, a cash bonus, a vacation trip, or meeting new and helpful people).
- A pair of dragonflies appearing nearby signifies success in your love life. For single people, it signifies meeting their soulmate. For couples in love, dragonflies promise a quick wedding, and the dulled feelings of married couples will be rekindled.
It's worth paying attention not only to the dragonflies' numbers but also to their behavior. Based on their habits, attentive observers can predict the weather for the near future and even the entire season.
- A large flock of dragonflies promises sultry hot weather, dry soil, and a lack of rain and moisture.
- If there is only one dragonfly, then you should expect heavy rainfall and cold weather.
- Dragonflies that move quickly low above the ground or water symbolize bad weather in the near future.
Why do I see dragonflies in a dream?
The most popular interpretations:
- Catching dragonflies in a dream means being perplexed in reality. Reexamine your life principles and start pursuing what's truly worth your time and money.
- Being surrounded by a multitude of dragonflies means keeping people in your close circle who are nothing special. This warning concerns your career: if you're the one solving all the important problems, while others aren't doing anything meaningful, you might want to reconsider surrounding yourself with people who take the path of least resistance.
- Dragonflies scurrying over the water - to an imminent trip, a long journey that will not bring any benefit.
- Killing or injuring a dragonfly that lands on your hand signifies damage caused by excessive laziness and frivolity. First and foremost, the dream warns that you should take a more serious approach to your chosen goals—study, work, or development.
- Watching and studying the flight of dragonflies means you realize that you are leading a very lazy lifestyle, missing out on opportunities for success in your career or love life.
- Catching and holding an insect means becoming the victim of someone's affair, the source of rumors and gossip. Anyone who knows your secret will appear in a negative light. The threat of attack is possible.
Why do dragonflies swarm over water?
Dragonflies are ubiquitous; their only requirements for comfort are water, warm weather, and sufficient food. They prefer marshy areas, particularly those with algae and reeds. Adults find shelter there and consume their prey. Dragonflies are excellent hunters, so when necessary, they dart over the water in search of food, using their agility and strength to capture their prey, and then fly to shelter.
For fishermen, the appearance of dragonflies on the water is a positive sign, pointing them to fishing spots. This allows them to select the right gear and secure a good catch.
Seeing many dragonflies around you is a positive sign, both in a dream and according to folk wisdom. If the insect does portend trouble, don't be upset. Knowing in advance what situation you'll face, minimize the consequences and take the task at hand more seriously.
