Elder / Elderly dream meaning is explained below using 4 different sources. Each interpretation is shown with its source.
Interpretation 1 — Versatile - Anonymous
The elders in a tribal society traditionally had the wisdom of age and experience. Spiritually, therefore, they had the right to guide others. This gives a similar significance to them as authority figures today.
It is in this sense that the wise old man represents an inner wisdom.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous
Interpretation 2 — Versatile - Anonymous
Gives gender-specific: In a woman’s dream the elders or the elderly may suggest a more matriarchal aspect. In a man’s dream this may be more paternalistic. It will, of course, depend on whether the gender of the dream figures is recognized.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous
Interpretation 3 — Versatile - Anonymous
Psychological / emotional perspective: From an emotional perspective, in dreams the elderly can be accorded respect and may represent knowledge, power and understanding.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous
Interpretation 4 — Versatile - Anonymous
Material aspects: The elderly in dreams can symbolize old fashioned or outdated values and methods of operating, as well as those that are to be honoured.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous