Bell dream meaning is explained below using 19 different sources. Each interpretation is shown with its source.

Interpretation 1 — Zolar

lucky numbers: 02-12-13-26-38-39

announcing others with a: relate this dream to family member who appeared in it.

being announced by a: you wish your work would be noticed.

others: another wil get your dream house.

chimes: anxiety over distant friend is confirmed.

church without a: are impotent in advising others.

dissonant gongs from a: distressing news exposing your lack of understanding.

door: exciting sexual adventures wil surprise you.

funeral knell, tolling a: a missed opportunity to better yourself.

hearing a church, ringing: be on guard against anxieties caused by hidden enemies.

doorbell: warning of family quarrels.

many: important friendships have been solidified and announced.

one: the object of your seduction is listening.

Liberty Bell, The: the beginning of a favorable phase of your life.

looking at a silent: someone highly placed is manipulating your success.

man, being a: you wil settle disputes amicably and reap fortune.

striking a: your presence wil make someone happy.

Source: Zolar’s Book of Dreams Numbers and Lucky Days Author: Zolar

Interpretation 2 — Ibn Seerin

(Cow bell, Sleigh bell) Possessing small bells in a dream means a fight, an argument or vain talk known of the person holding them. Seeing a bell in a dream represents the announcer or the forerunner of a ruler. Generally speaking seeing a bell in a dream means that someone will bring glad tidings.

If the bell is roped around the neck of an animal in the dream, it means travel.

The bells of a church represent people one can seek their advice and follow their opinion. Bells in a dream also represent calling to prayers or preparing to meet one’s enemies, or they could mean the arrival of a caravan or a shipment. Bells in a dream also represent abrogated books of revelations or tampering with God’s revelations or they could represent past traditions.

(Also see Hand bell)

Source: Islamic Dream Interpretation Author: Ibn Seerin

Interpretation 3 — Klaus Vollmar

Steadfastness, trustworthiness, joy, and harmony.

The bell is inseparably tied to time. This dream poses a question about what hour has just been tolled.

Hearing a bell ringing means that something new is happening.

The sound of the bell is often thought to be the sound of a “heavenly message.” “Wanting to hang something on the great bell” means that you either have arrogantly exaggerated about something because of your craving for admiration, or you need to make something known that you rather would hide.

Since the beginning of the 15th century, bells have been a symbol for the Fool and, at the same time, for Vanity.

Source: Little Giant Encyclopedia Author: Klaus Vollmar

Interpretation 4 — Pamela Ball

1- Traditionally, to hear a bell tolling in a dream was to be warned of disaster or of a death.

While that meaning is less prevalent now as there are more efficient ways of communication, a bell in a dream (such as a door bell) does warn us to be on the alert. It may also indicate that we have a desire to communicate with someone who is distanced or estranged from us.

2- Bells can indicate the conscience and our need to seek approval from others.

3- Because it can charm against the powers of destruction, a bell may be luckv for us in the sense that it can forewarn us of approaching danger.

Source: Ten Thousand Dream Dictionary Author: Pamela Ball

Interpretation 5 — Garuda

Vision: Hearing bells ringing means pleasant events in your personal life, with family or good friends. Ringing a bell: you are going to make someone very happy. Looking at a bell: you are pursuing a specific objective, but must solve a few problems first—do it quickly.

See Church Bell.

Depth Psychology: A bell might indicate the beginning of a favorable phase in your life; it could also be a warning about disappointments and/or misfortune. Was the sound of the bell happy or somber?

Source: Dreamers Dictionary Author: Garuda

Interpretation 6 — Martha Clarke

It is an announcement or calling the spirit because of some extraordinary occasion (which can be happy or sad). Due to its suspended position, it entails the mystical sense of all objects suspended between heaven and earth.

According to some beliefs, hearing bells in dreams announces a happy life, a serene old age, or a quick marriage.

Source: The Big Dictionary of Dreams Author: Martha Clarke

Interpretation 7 — Versatile - Anonymous

Material aspects: Traditionally, to hear a bell tolling in a dream was to be warned of disaster or of a death. While that meaning is less prevalent now as there are more efficient ways of communication, a bell in a dream (such as a door bell) does warn us to be on the alert.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 8 — James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver

Something calling for attention. Perhaps a warning bell or an alarm. Bells are also sounded at beginnings and endings. In Western culture, bells are associated with weddings (wedding bells) and freedom (the liberty bell). Also, bellwethers influence or presage the future.
Source: Dream Symbols in The Dream Encyclopedia Author: James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver

Interpretation 9 — Joan Seaman - Tom Philbin

1. Celebration, freedom and joy.

2. An alarm or alert (as in “call to arms,” or just a doorbell).

3. Time to wake up (alarm clock bell).

4. Creative power (sexual connotation of bell and clapper or tongue).

5. Impotence (no clapper).

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

Interpretation 10 — Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

You will receive disappointing news if you heard a single bell ringing in your dream, but if you heard many bells, the news will be joyous.

Church bells signify a warning against problems arising from people pulling against you.

See also Church.

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

Interpretation 11 — Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Dreams of a bell symbolize a warning, an awakening, or a reminder that it’s time to take action.

For some, the ring of a bell represents an angel getting their wing, signifying that you will be acknowledged for your good work and heroic deeds.

Source: Strangest Dream Explanations Author: Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Interpretation 12 — Versatile - Anonymous

Psychological / emotional perspective: Bells can indicate the conscience and our need to seek approval from others. It may also indicate that we have a desire to communicate with someone who is distanced or estranged from us.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 13 — myjellybean

To hear a bell tolling in your dream, represents a signal from your unconscious to prepare you for whatever is happening next.

If the bell rings and never stops, then it suggests that you are experiencing extreme anxiety.

Source: My Dream Interpretation Author: myjellybean

Interpretation 14 — Versatile - Anonymous

The bell is an ancient charm against the powers of destruction and ‘bad’ spirits and is used to clear an atmosphere.

A bell in dreams may forewarn us of approaching spiritual danger.

Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 15 — Betty Bethards

Attunement, awakening to new insight, centering and harmonizing with Divine consciousness. Signal to be alert, sensitive to present and forthcoming experiences, or to dream message.
Source: The Dream Books Symbols Author: Betty Bethards

Interpretation 16 — Tyler Wolfe

A call to attention or warning, Ex. 28:33-35. Golden bells are symbolic of ministry and holiness, Ex. 28:34
Source: Christian Dream Symbols Author: Tyler Wolfe

Interpretation 17 — Tony Crisp

Warning; signal calling for attention.
Source: A Guide to Dreams and Sleep Experiences Author: Tony Crisp

Interpretation 18 — Vincent Wienand

1. Warning;

2. Attention Exod. 28:33-

Source: Dream Dictionary The Biblical Model Author: Vincent Wienand

Interpretation 19 — Margaret Hamilton

Brings attention to itself
Source: Dream Dictionary Unlimited Author: Margaret Hamilton