Bailiff dream meaning is explained below using 11 different sources. Each interpretation is shown with its source.

Interpretation 1 — Pamela Ball

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1- When a bailiff appears in our dream, we doubt our own ability to manage our resources. We are aware that we have overstepped the mark in a particular way and must be accountable to some type of authority.

2- We have put ourselves at risk and have not fulfilled our obligations. Unless we take responsibility for what we have clone we could be ‘punished’ by material loss and loss of status.

3- The bailiff in dreams signifies retribution or Karma of some kind.

Source: Ten Thousand Dream Dictionary • Author: Pamela Ball

Interpretation 2 — Garuda

Vision: A bailiff in a dream is usually a sign that you are dealing with some unfinished business. Don’t worry, you will be able to take care of things—one thing at a time! A project already started will continue to go well.

If you are the bailiff: a plan is going to be successful.

If a bailiff is impounding something from you: good news, or an old worry will be resolved.

Depth Psychology: See Court.

Source: Dreamers Dictionary • Author: Garuda

Interpretation 3 — Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

If there was trouble with the bailiff, it is a dream of contrary and you will soon have some exciting good news regarding money.

If the dream involved merely seeing, or being aware of, or being peacefully in the custody of this court officer, an improved position is indicated.

Source: The Complete Guide to Interpreting Your Dreams • Author: Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

Interpretation 4 — Versatile - Anonymous

Psychological / emotional perspective: We have put ourselves at risk and have not fulfilled our obligations, or have not acted in an ethical manner. Unless we take responsibility for what we have done, we could be ‘punished’ by material loss and loss of status.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 5 — DreamForth

To dream about a bailiff means that your perseverance and dedication will heighten your financial status and boost your employment standing.

To dream that you are being arrested by a bailiff means that you might be behaving unscrupulously. Your honor could be at stake.

Source: Dream Symbols and Analysis • Author: DreamForth

Interpretation 6 — Versatile - Anonymous

Material aspects: When a bailiff appears in our dream, we doubt our own ability to manage our resources, both emotional and material. We are aware that we have overstepped the mark in a particular way and must be accountable to a higher authority.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 7 — Michael and Elizabeth Thiessen

To dream of being a bailiff denotes that you are working hard to better your standard of living and your position at work.

If the bailiff comes to arrest you then you are in some error in your business dealing and need to improve your ethics.

Source: Encyclopedia of Dreams • Author: Michael and Elizabeth Thiessen

Interpretation 8 — Joan Seaman - Tom Philbin

1. Security; money and finances, usually a good sign.

2. Great efforts are rewarded; advancement, usually in business.

3. Attention needs to be paid to ethical standards.

Source: New American Dream Dictionary • Author: Joan Seaman - Tom Philbin

Interpretation 9 — Gustavus Hindman Miller

Shows a striving for a higher place, and a deficiency in intellect.

If the bailiff comes to arrest, or make love, false friends are trying to work for your money.

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

Interpretation 10 — Internet Archive - Anonymous

To dream that you have trouble with this officer of the Court is an omen of contrary—some unexpected legacy will come your way before long.
Source: Mystic Dream Book • Author: Internet Archive - Anonymous

Interpretation 11 — Versatile - Anonymous

The bailiff in dreams signifies retribution, karma or a backlash of some kind. Our integrity is being called into question.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous