Knight
Knight Dream Meaning
Expert Dream Interpretation
|20 Sources
Knight dream meaning is explained below using
20 different sources.
Each interpretation is shown with its source.
Interpretation 1 — Pamela Ball
1- A knight appearing in a dream, particularly a woman’s, can have the obvious connotation of a romantic liaison - the knight in shining armour. This actually is a manifestation of her own Animus
(see Introduction) - her own inner masculine - and is to do with her search for perfection. In a man’s dream it indicates he may be searching for the Hero
(see Archetypes) in himself.
2- Psychologically, the knight in a dream signifies the guiding principle. He is that part of ourselves which is sometimes known as the Higher Self, the spirit guiding the physical.
The black knight is the embodiment of evil.
It is interesting that often the white knight appears with his visor up, whereas the black knight appears with his visor down.
3- Initiation, in order to develop one’s finer qualities.
Source: Ten Thousand Dream Dictionary • Author: Pamela Ball
Interpretation 2 — Theresa Cheung
Loyalty and self-sacrifice are the knight’s great virtues, along with a natural ability to get things done. The black knight donning dark armor and riding a black horse represents the shadow characteristics of this archetype, especially the absence of honor and chivalry, or loyalty to a questionable cause. In its negative aspect, the knight can fall into a pattern of saving others but ignoring his own needs. Such dreams may be urging you to find a balance between self- sacrifice and self-neglect.
Source: The Element Encyclopedia • Author: Theresa Cheung
Interpretation 3 — Nancy Wagaman
Honor or chivalry.
Rescue, defense, or bravery.
Loyalty, duty, or service to the highest leader (such as a cause, or God).
Self-defense (such as by armor).
Good will, integrity, or honesty.
Someone or something you perceive as powerful or dangerous.
For more clues, consider the characteristic or action that stood out, and the meaning you associate with a knight in general.
See Soldier, Armor or Shield, Royalty, Character
Source: The Curious Dreamer’s Dream Dictionary • Author: Nancy Wagaman
Interpretation 4 — Versatile - Anonymous
Psychological / emotional perspective: Psychologically, the knight in a dream signifies the guiding principle. He is that part of ourselves that is sometimes known as the higher self, the spirit guiding the physical.
The black knight is often seen as the embodiment of evil.
It is interesting that often the white knight appears with his visor up, whereas the black knight appears with his visor down.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous
Interpretation 5 — Garuda
Vision: If you are the knight: your friends are going out of their way to support you in your present difficult situation. Seeing a knight: be prepared for a fight—in your personal life as well as on the job.
Depth Psychology: The knight is either a sign that you need protection right now, or that you are very chivalrous toward another person.
See Armor, Castle.
Source: Dreamers Dictionary • Author: Garuda
Interpretation 6 — Versatile - Anonymous
Gives gender-specific: A knight appearing in a dream, particularly a woman’s, can have the obvious connotation of a romantic liaison: the knight in shining armour. This actually is a manifestation of her own animus – her own inner masculine – and is to do with her search for perfection. In a man’s dream it indicates he may be searching for the hero in himself.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous
Interpretation 7 — Versatile - Anonymous
Material aspects: In pragmatic terms, a project or task may require dedication and focus. Since a knight is expected to show loyalty he may appear signifying this in dreams. Being made a knight in the modern day is still considered to be something of an honour and may have this meaning in dreams.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous
Interpretation 8 — Martha Clarke
The man on the horse is symbol of the virtues that have mastered instincts and passions.
It is interpreted as a sense of accomplishment and pride. The dreamer has made progress on the path of spiritual growth.
Source: The Big Dictionary of Dreams • Author: Martha Clarke
Interpretation 9 — James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver
A knight in a dream can mean that the dreamer is looking for a “knight in shining armor” as a mate or a savior. It can also mean that the dreamer possesses the sterling qualities revealed in the dream.
Source: Dream Symbols in The Dream Encyclopedia • Author: James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver
Interpretation 10 — Klaus Vollmar
Adventurous, immature masculinity, but also responsible and honest. In a psychological sense, you are protected by the armor and are unreachable, which can both make sense and cause problems.
Source: Little Giant Encyclopedia • Author: Klaus Vollmar
Interpretation 11 — Dr. Mıchael Lennox
A knight relates to the warrior archetype.
The warrior divides the world into two camps: right and wrong. He is the defender of the innocent and can be called upon to right any wrong.
Source: Complete Dictionary of Dreams • Author: Dr. Mıchael Lennox
Interpretation 12 — Versatile - Anonymous
A knight is a follower, or someone who has taken an oath of allegiance. Hence in dreams such a figure signifies initiation, in order to develop our finer spiritual qualities.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous
Interpretation 13 — Versatile - Anonymous
You might also like to consult the entries for camelot, castle, hero / heroine and quest as well as the information on hero in archetypes in the introduction.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous
Interpretation 14 — Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett
Knights in armor are straightforward symbols of security and protection, so lucky you if you saw one (or more) in your dream.
Source: The Complete Guide to Interpreting Your Dreams • Author: Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett
Interpretation 15 — myjellybean
A knight in a dream is lucky and means the dreamer is an honest and trustworthy person who will achieve success.
Source: My Dream Interpretation • Author: myjellybean
Interpretation 16 — Joan Seaman - Tom Philbin
1. A savior or protector.
2. Religious icon.
3. Someone admired or respected by the dreamer.
Source: New American Dream Dictionary • Author: Joan Seaman - Tom Philbin
Interpretation 17 — Dream Explanations - Anonymous
Dreams of a knight also denote the desire for a hero or the desire to be a hero.
Source: Strangest Dream Explanations • Author: Dream Explanations - Anonymous
Interpretation 18 — Tyler Wolfe
Symbolic of a person you think highly of or have a romantic interest in
Source: Christian Dream Symbols • Author: Tyler Wolfe
Interpretation 19 — Stewart A. Swerdlow
An honorable disagreement with another.
Source: Expansions Dream Dictionary • Author: Stewart A. Swerdlow
Interpretation 20 — Ibn Seerin
(See Chess Knight)
Source: Islamic Dream Interpretation • Author: Ibn Seerin