Padlock dream meaning is explained below using 15 different sources. Each interpretation is shown with its source.

Interpretation 1 — Ibn Seerin

A padlock in a dream represents an employee who is treated roughly and unfavorably.

A padlock made from wood in a dream represents deceit and hypocrisy. Lockingone’s door securely in a dream means managingand controlling one’s business in accordance with the divine laws.

If one’s door does not have a lock in a dream, it means that one has no control over which way his life goes, and that he cares little about its consequences. Attempting to lock one’s door, but to no avail in a dream means one’s failure to complete an important project. Breaking a lock and entering a house in a dream represents a conqueror or benefits that will come through such a person.

A padlock in a dream also represents a bolt, a door latch, one’s son, a handicapped wife, taking shelter away from one’s enemy, a hidden treasure, or a burial ground.

A padlock in a dream also may denotes sorcery, concealing secrets, or hindrances obstructing one’s travel plans. Putting a padlock on one’s door in a dream means prosperity after suffering from poverty, or receiving honors after being humiliated.

A padlock in a dream also could represent a bastard son, or a foundling.

(Also see Close, Lock)

Source: Islamic Dream Interpretation Author: Ibn Seerin

Interpretation 2 — Zolar

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being unable to open: a solution can be found by approaching a problem from its flanks.

closing a: your unwil ingness to participate ful y wil cause your failure.

having the key to the: avoid speculation of any kind.

finding: wil pul through your troubles.

losing: be careful in money matters.

open, an: a suitable time to pursue courtship.

opening a: ambitions wil be frustrated, leading to a long stretch of dissatisfaction.

man: are flirting with several women.

woman: wil be unfaithful to the man who loves you.

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children being in a: a distant relative wil recognize your connection.

enemies: unforeseen events wil alter their intent and yours.

friends: are being deceived about a historical incident.

of a: should not judge appearances without uncovering the roots.

watching a, on a float: do not pay attention to other things, deal only with your own.

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

Interpretation 3 — Pamela Ball

1- Dreaming of locking a padlock suggests that we arc attempting to shut something (perhaps a feeling or emotion) away. This may either be through fear or possessiveness. Conversely, if we are opening a padlock we may be trying to open up to new experiences.

2- Often when our securitv is threatened, a symbol which reinforces our need for defence mechanisms appears, and the padlock comes into this category.

3- We arc preserving our spiritual integrity.

Source: Ten Thousand Dream Dictionary Author: Pamela Ball

Interpretation 4 — Versatile - Anonymous

Psychological / emotional perspective: Often when our security is threatened, a symbol which reinforces our need for defence mechanisms appears, and the padlock comes into this category. It offers sanctuary and an element of control.

If the padlock is of an ornate design, such control may be more complicated than we first thought.

Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 5 — Versatile - Anonymous

Material aspects: Dreaming of locking a padlock suggests that we are attempting to shut a feeling or emotion away. We are not able to explore these at this time. This may either be through fear or possessiveness. Conversely, if we are opening a padlock we may be trying to open up to new experiences.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 6 — Martha Clarke

It is an invitation to discretion, to be faithful and prudent with your words. Though dreaming of a padlock can also highlight confinement or isolation.
Source: The Big Dictionary of Dreams Author: Martha Clarke

Interpretation 7 — Gillian Holloway

The frustration of some pet ambition is predicted by a dream of finding a door padlocked.

If you succeed in unlocking it, the augury is a good one.

Source: The Complete Dream Book Author: Gillian Holloway

Interpretation 8 — Internet Archive - Anonymous

This is an obstacle dream. Note carefully whether the Padlock fastens you in, or whether you use it to fasten some door.
Source: Mystic Dream Book Author: Internet Archive - Anonymous

Interpretation 9 — Versatile - Anonymous

We are preserving or, quite literally, locking up our spiritual integrity sometimes for future use.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 10 — Vincent Wienand

1. Stronghold;

2. Security;

3. Bondage;

4. Fear; Leviticus 24:12; Ps. 89:40;Eph. 6:12.

Source: Dream Dictionary The Biblical Model Author: Vincent Wienand

Interpretation 11 — Katherine Taylor Craig

Mysteries to be solved (Gypsy). The Christian symbol of silence.
Source: The Fabric of Dream Author: Katherine Taylor Craig

Interpretation 12 — Margaret Hamilton

A warning to not go through that door
Source: Dream Dictionary Unlimited Author: Margaret Hamilton

Interpretation 13 — Vincent Wienand

1. Stronghold; Ps. 89:40
Source: Dream Dictionary The Biblical Model Author: Vincent Wienand

Interpretation 14 — Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

See Lock, Key(s), etc.
Source: The Complete Guide to Interpreting Your Dreams Author: Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

Interpretation 15 — Tony Crisp

See lock.
Source: A Guide to Dreams and Sleep Experiences Author: Tony Crisp