Lover dream meaning is explained below using 9 different sources. Each interpretation is shown with its source.

Interpretation 1 — Theresa Cheung

This archetype appears not only in the dreams of those who are romantically inclined, but also in anyone who exhibits great passion and devotion. One can be a lover of art, music, gardening, dog, cats, nature, or needlepoint. Such dreams are related to a sense of affection and appreciation of someone or something, and the need to find or express that passion. The shadow lover figure in dreams of a lover who doesn’t turn up or lets us down in some way suggests an obsessive passion that has a destructive effect on your physical or mental health and self- esteem.

See also RELATIONSHIPS; SEX.

Source: The Element Encyclopedia • Author: Theresa Cheung

Interpretation 2 — Garuda

Vision: Dreaming about a lover means you have broken out of a present relationship but scorn faithfulness. Old traditions also say that a dream about a lover might be a sign of impending illness.

Depth Psychology: Dreaming about a lover means you are looking for a love partner with perfect attributes—something you probably will never find. You are trying to compensate for unfulfilled expectations and disappointment in personal relationships. You are looking for idealized and unrealizable love. Be sensible, lower your expectations!

Source: Dreamers Dictionary • Author: Garuda

Interpretation 3 — DreamForth

To dream of a lover represents recognition, self-worth, and acknowledgment of your true character. It may suggest a merging of both your feminine and masculine attributes. You are fulfilled and secure with the person that you are.

To dream of an former lover indicates that you have hang ups and loose ends relating to that specific relationship. Your present relationship may be indicating possible recurrence of those same issues.

Source: Dream Symbols and Analysis • Author: DreamForth

Interpretation 4 — Tony Crisp

One’s lover: present feelings or fears about the rela­tionship. Dream lover, someone else: your sexual desires or needs; sexuality which is either not accepted or not expressed in present relationship.

See affair.

Source: A Guide to Dreams and Sleep Experiences • Author: Tony Crisp

Interpretation 5 — James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver

To see a beautiful lover in one’s dream is a special gift to one’s inner self. It signifies acceptance of self-worth and acknowledgment of one’s true inner value.
Source: Dream Symbols in The Dream Encyclopedia • Author: James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver

Interpretation 6 — Joan Seaman - Tom Philbin

1. Self-acceptance.

2. Masculine or feminine side of self (op­posite gender).

3. Unresolved or recurring problems (old lover).

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

Interpretation 7 — Betty Bethards

Integration of masculine or feminine qualities within self. Desire for love, warmth, nurturing, self-acceptance, appreciation.
Source: The Dream Books Symbols • Author: Betty Bethards

Interpretation 8 — Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Dreams about a lover represent feelings of desire, passion, sex and romance. Your best self is reflected in your lover.
Source: Strangest Dream Explanations • Author: Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Interpretation 9 — Raymond Buckland

See Meeting.
Source: Gypsy Dream Dictionary • Author: Raymond Buckland