What does it mean to see crying in a dream in Islam?

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Crying

Quick Answer

Quiet crying means relief and joy; loud wailing means sorrow or distress.

Classical Interpretation (Ibn Sirin)

Crying silently in a dream is generally a very positive sign. It symbolizes the relief of sorrow, the lifting of burdens, and upcoming joy or spiritual purity. Tears associated with the fear of Allah signify immense spiritual reward. However, loud wailing, screaming, or tearing clothes while crying indicates actual distress, a calamity, or a warning of hardship.

Quranic Context
"And they fall upon their faces weeping, and it increases them in humility. (Quran 17:109)"

Related Interpretations

Deceased Rain

Note: According to the Sunnah, a good dream is from Allah and should only be shared with those you love. A bad dream is from Shaytan; seek refuge in Allah from it, spit drily to your left three times, and do not mention it to anyone. Dreams are subjective and should not be used to make definitive religious rulings.