Arch dream meaning is explained below using 15 different sources. Each interpretation is shown with its source.

Interpretation 1 — Klaus Vollmar

On one hand, a well-known symbol for security, protection, and home, as in Family and Anchor. On the other hand, it often points to restriction and confinement, as in Cage, Prison. From mythology we know about the practice of leaving an infant in a basket. Here it indicates a special child who has been abandoned or disowned, and in spite of a hostile world is making its way successfully.

A very specific point is being made here: it is possible to survive and overcome early childhood suffering.

Source: Little Giant Encyclopedia • Author: Klaus Vollmar

Interpretation 2 — Pamela Ball

1- Wrhen we dream of arches or doorways, we are often moving into a different environment or way of life. We have to go through some form of initiation, or acceptance ritual in order to succeed.

2- We arc in the process of passing a test. We may be being protected bv authority.

We arc experiencing some form of spiritual initiation. We are being born again, given a fresh start.

Source: Ten Thousand Dream Dictionary • Author: Pamela Ball

Interpretation 3 — Gustavus Hindman Miller

An arch in a dream, denotes your rise to distinction and the gaining of wealth by persistent effort.

To pass under one, foretells that many will seek you who formerly ignored your position.

For a young woman to see a fallen arch, denotes the destruction of her hopes, and she will be miserable in her new situation.

Source: Ten Thousand Dream Interpretation • Author: Gustavus Hindman Miller

Interpretation 4 — Versatile - Anonymous

Gives gender-specific: In a man’s dream, passing through an arch suggests that he is learning to use his intuitive side more successfully, whereas in a woman’s dream it is more likely to signify that she is becoming aware of her own heritage and mystery.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 5 — Versatile - Anonymous

Psychological / emotional perspective: The arch marks a turning point; if we pass through we have passed a test.

If we do not then our circumstances must remain the same. We may be being protected by authority.

Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 6 — Versatile - Anonymous

Material aspects: When we dream of arches or doorways we are often moving into a different environment or way of life. We have to go through some form of initiation or acceptance ritual in order to succeed.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 7 — Internet Archive - Anonymous

It is not a good sign to dream of passing under an Arch, since it foretells interference in your love affairs. It is, in reality, a mild form of obstacle dream, that concerns your personal affairs, rather than financial.
Source: Mystic Dream Book • Author: Internet Archive - Anonymous

Interpretation 8 — myjellybean

To see an arch in your dream represents your support system of friends and family.

If you dreamed of passing under an arch, you are headed toward a different direction in life that will bring new opportunities.

Source: My Dream Interpretation • Author: myjellybean

Interpretation 9 — Versatile - Anonymous

Since the arch can suggest the yoni, the feminine receptive principle, this image usually suggests that we are experiencing a form of spiritual initiation. We are being born again, given a fresh start.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 10 — Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

Your efforts are in the right direction if the arch was whole and/or attractive, but if it appeared to be broken, or damaged in any way, a new line of endeavor is suggested.
Source: The Complete Guide to Interpreting Your Dreams • Author: Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

Interpretation 11 — Dream Explanations - Anonymous

To dream of an arch suggests that you are connecting with or desiring connection with the feminine aspect of your being; craving safety, nurturing and support.
Source: Strangest Dream Explanations • Author: Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Interpretation 12 — Gillian Holloway

To pass through a large stone arch means that your efforts to achieve distinction and wealth will be rewarded.
Source: The Complete Dream Book • Author: Gillian Holloway

Interpretation 13 — Silvana Amar

What condition is the arch in? The arch represents a doorway to fulfilling your highest desires and goals. 
Source: The Bedside Dream Dictionary • Author: Silvana Amar

Interpretation 14 — Gillian Holloway

It is not good luck to dream of passing under an arch. Your family will criticize your actions.
Source: The Complete Dream Book • Author: Gillian Holloway

Interpretation 15 — Betty Bethards

Support, frame.

If spanning a window or passageway, suggests new opportunity or direction.

Source: The Dream Books Symbols • Author: Betty Bethards