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

Interpretation 1 — Pamela Ball

1- When we discover that we, or someone else, is wearing a knapsack in a dream, we are dreaming either about the difficulties we are carrying for instance, anger or jealousy or about the resources we have accumulated.

2- In Tarot imagery, the Fool carries in his knapsack the lessons he has to learn in life.

If one believes in reincarnation, the knapsack is also reputed to earn- those things one has brought forward from a previous life. These can also be the resources which one has in order to deal with problems.

3- Spiritually the knapsack suggests those qualities which are external to ourselves, and which we must learn to handle. These may be negative or positive it depends on how we handle them.

Source: Ten Thousand Dream Dictionary • Author: Pamela Ball

Interpretation 2 — Gustavus Hindman Miller

To see a knapsack while dreaming, denotes you will find your greatest pleasure away from the associations of friends.

For a woman to see an old dilapidated one, means poverty and disagreeableness for her.

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

Interpretation 3 — James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver

A knapsack in a dream can carry either our difficulties or our personal resources. Perhaps we are carrying burdens from the past, a heavy load that keeps us from fully actualizing ourselves in the present.
Source: Dream Symbols in The Dream Encyclopedia • Author: James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver

Interpretation 4 — Tony Crisp

The resources and difficulties we carry in life; our past experience or karma; a burden—perhaps of nursed anger or other negative feelings—we cany, our child, if we feel par­enthood a heavy load.
Source: A Guide to Dreams and Sleep Experiences • Author: Tony Crisp

Interpretation 5 — Joan Seaman - Tom Philbin

1. Excess emotional “baggage” that weighs down the carrier.

2. Waking dreams and/or desires that are kept out of sight.

3. Travel, freedom or adventure.

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

Interpretation 6 — Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

A full or heavy knapsack (or rucksack) predicts a pleasant trip or vacation; an empty one suggests an upcoming period of financial strain.
Source: The Complete Guide to Interpreting Your Dreams • Author: Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

Interpretation 7 — Internet Archive - Anonymous

An obstacle dream, unless you feel no strain from carrying it on your shoulders. But at best, it means difficulties ahead for a time.
Source: Mystic Dream Book • Author: Internet Archive - Anonymous

Interpretation 8 — myjellybean

To see a knapsack in your dream means that you will find the greatest pleasures away from circle of your friends.
Source: My Dream Interpretation • Author: myjellybean

Interpretation 9 — Raymond Buckland

A need to gel away and be by yourself for a while. You need a vacation and / or a change of scenery.
Source: Gypsy Dream Dictionary • Author: Raymond Buckland

Interpretation 10 — Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Dreams of a knapsack symbolize that you are prepared and resourceful.
Source: Strangest Dream Explanations • Author: Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Interpretation 11 — Margaret Hamilton

Heavy burden
Source: Dream Dictionary Unlimited • Author: Margaret Hamilton