In Egyptian mythology, crocodiles were divinities and as such, they were worshipped. Their hard coat, their wide jaws, sharp teeth, their fixed eyes and their rigid body, inspired fear. A respected being, worthy of care, was the subject of hieroglyphic representations especially to indicate the tyranny of the authorities.
In the pre-Columbian Aztec world, they have also been represented as great marine beings, with fantastic qualities worthy of respect, as in other cultures where these great reptiles have been considered guardians or owners of the waters .
In the real world they are large reptiles, of which there are prehistoric records that give evidence of their antiquity. Their appearance preserves characteristics typical of Jurassic animals and there are almost thirty varieties of crocodiles, scattered among fresh and salt waters in different parts of the world.
Their skins have been of great attraction for the manufacture of clothing and accessories throughout history. They have also been the standard of hunters, and due to this practice many of their varieties are in extinction.
In the dream world, crocodiles represent prudence, tranquility and righteousness. If crocodiles appear in your dreams, it is surely that aspects related to your character are manifesting in your subconscious, for better or worse.
Crocodiles also symbolize aspects of the way you relate to other people, as well as your behavior in specific situations or events. Dreaming of crocodiles even reveals aspects of your health and self-esteem. Below is a description of what dreams with crocodiles mean.
Let’s look at some interpretations of dreams where the reptile appears:
Dreaming of being chased by a crocodile
Dreaming of being chased by a crocodile reveals exhaustion. You are not sleeping well and this causes or makes you vulnerable to other health problems. Your body is asking you to rest, as it is taking its toll during the day because at night you can’t get to sleep properly due to your bad posture.
You should probably change your bed or mattress and perhaps create a more peaceful environment in your room, changing the place of the bed can help.
Dreaming of hunting crocodiles
This dream gives an account of your present state of mind. Surely you are enjoying full happiness at this time as a result of some achievement. You are breathing good airs of success, you feel triumphant and that generates a sensation of peace and inner tranquility.
Dreaming that you fight with crocodiles
Dreaming you’re fighting crocodiles puts you on alert. You are probably facing a conflict situation or an unpleasant circumstance is approaching in some area of your life in which you will have to make a good effort not to get hurt.
It will be like fighting the crocodile, if you defeat the crocodile in your sleep it is because you will be able to emerge triumphant from the conflict. However, if the crocodile defeats you in the fight it is because the problem will involve you in such a way that it will be difficult for you to get out.
Dreaming of crocodiles biting you
In the dream world, being bitten by crocodiles represents your fears. You are experiencing the sensation of fear under certain circumstances, as soon as the possible outcome of some situation you are living.
You have been predisposed, thinking negatively and also blaming yourself for what might happen. You may also be assuming that others will attack you.
Don’t anticipate what hasn’t happened. Take this dream to reflect on what is troubling you and try to transform your energies into positive ones so that everything goes well.
Dreaming of several crocodiles
Dreaming of several crocodiles means you’re in danger. You must identify whether these risks have to do with people, situations or other factors outside of you or whether they are inside you.
It can be a danger associated with the material plane, but it could also mean mistakes or injustices that you are making. On the other hand, it can mean that someone is betraying you or being unfair to you.
Dreaming that you are bathing among crocodiles
This dream reveals your agility in facing complicated situations. You move through life just like an alligator. Be equally careful, you must act with caution.
Don’t get too confident, develop your skills to express yourself, to relate, to carry out your actions skillfully, with the necessary tactics so that everything you undertake comes to a happy ending and to strengthen the bonds with the people that suit you.
Dreaming that you are walking on crocodiles
Walking on crocodiles represents your insecurities in the workplace. You may be in a job where you are not entirely comfortable or where conditions (e.g. financial) are not fully favourable.
If you’re trying to start a new business and you’re still not convinced, you may need to organize your ideas better to gain confidence in yourself and what you’ve set out to do.
Dreaming of petting crocodiles
When you pet a crocodile in your dreams, your subconscious is definitely reflecting your abilities to dominate, to lead situations. You have confidence in yourself, you are acting with clear conviction in your decisions. You know that you are in control of some difficult situation in your life and you can feel as if you are petting a dangerous animal.
Dreaming of eating crocodiles
Eating crocodiles represents aspects of your health. You enjoy good health, physical energy and optimal mental conditions. Your body and mind are vigorous, healthy. Added to this is the confidence you have in yourself, which has allowed you to make good decisions without hesitation.
Dreaming of crocodiles in clean water
Crocodiles moving in the water or even if they are relaxed inside some lake, lagoon or course of clean, clear water, indicate positive aspects of your personality. You have developed great confidence in yourself, you feel safe and your self-esteem is high.
It is a good time to develop new ventures, because you are invaded by good energies and emanate from within you harmony, calm and a sense of comfort. In terms of friendship, it can mean that you are surrounded by loyal people who value the brotherly bond they have with you and you count on them unconditionally.
Dreaming of crocodiles in dirty water
Unlike the sleep described above, if the water is polluted or cloudy, it is an indication of your loss of self-confidence or some disloyal relationship that you need to watch out for. You may feel unhappy with some aspect of your life and fail to get to the heart of the matter.
Dreaming of newborn crocodiles
If you dream of crocodiles fresh from their eggs or recently hatched, your way of protecting your assets is being revealed, not only on a material level, but also on a symbolic, emotional one. You are a rather reserved and careful person of your possessions. You know how to set limits and as you give value to your most precious things, respect those of others.
Dreaming of a red-eyed crocodile
Red-eyed crocodiles represent anger in the dream world. You are having or are approaching situations where you have serious communication problems, you also have fear of rejection, of not being accepted by others in some space.
This causes you great distress, irritation, discomfort and discouragement. Try to assess the situation and identify why you think others are excluding or turning away from you. Perhaps you are predisposed to or are radiating that anger that is negatively charged in your relationships.
Dreaming of Crocodile Tears
Crocodiles produce tears to keep their eyes lubricated and these emanate when they are devouring their prey, i.e. they do not cry with emotion. That is why this expression is used to refer to fakers or dishonest people. If you see in dreams even crocodile crying, you must be aware of hypocrites who want to interact with you, because they can end up causing harm.
Dreaming of a tame crocodile
A tame crocodile is a sign that you are in control of a complicated situation you are involved in. Even if the circumstances are not entirely favourable and it seems that you are still plunged into a great deal of trouble, this dream bodes well for the fact that you will find yourself handling the matter correctly.
Dreaming of crocodile skin garments
Wallets, handbags, shoes, crocodile skin jackets represent in the world of dreams that you have the determination and willingness to achieve your goals. The cards are laid and you will make the best move. You hold the key to success.
Dreaming that you see crocodiles under a bridge
This dream symbolizes latent dangers. Depending on where you are located in the dream you can draw certain conclusions about the level of risk. If you are close to making a decision, it may represent your fears. If you crossed the bridge, it means that you overcame a major obstacle or that you managed to reach a goal against all odds.
If you are looking at the crocodiles from the top of the bridge, you probably need to think about your actions before you take them. If you fall off the bridge and the crocodiles are stalking you, it’s because a bigger problem is coming up and you will have a hard time overcoming it.
Dreaming that you’re feeding a crocodile
The implications of this dream have to do with the way you are. You may be radiating arrogance, others may be seeing you as a conceited person.
Don’t confuse your qualities and good self-esteem with vanity. Try to bring out the positive in yourself to do good. Don’t get carried away with overconfidence by voicing opinions or simply talking; you can hurt others with your words and actions.
Dreaming of Dead Crocodiles
If you see dead crocodiles in your dreams, in the water or on the land, you are surely overcome by some negative feeling. You experienced a break-up, with a friend or a partner, and feel that the situation was unfair. If this was recent, you must be very sad, very hurt. But it may also be some situation that you have not overcome, that has left you predisposed.
Dreaming of a stuffed crocodile
A stuffed crocodile means rigidity. You must be representing your firm stance on some situation. It’s also a sign of disagreement, of tension. It’s not a question of changing your point of view, but of assessing whether you really have to be so inflexible.
Dreaming of a giant crocodile
The size of the crocodile in your dreams is representing the dimensions of the difficulties. Problems that go through your mind and cause you great uncertainty. But not everything is so bad, because you have already identified the conflict and you know well the consequences that the different actions you take can have. So it’s a matter of weighing them up and following the least problematic route.