What does it mean to dream about vomiting?
Vomiting in a dream often symbolizes the release of suppressed emotions, guilt, stress, or unwanted aspects of life. Jung viewed it as psychological purification and the expulsion of unconscious contents that no longer serve you. Freud associated it with repressed desires, painful memories, rejection, or liberation from psychological constraints.
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Vomiting in dreams often symbolizes a need to purge negativity, suppressed emotions, or unwanted aspects of your life. Jungian psychology might interpret it as the unconscious mind trying to expel toxic thoughts or behaviors. It can represent a release of pent-up stress, guilt, or repressed memories. Alternatively, it may signify a rejection of something new you're trying to incorporate, or a need to cleanse yourself emotionally or spiritually. Pay attention to what you are vomiting in the dream, as this offers further clues.
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How each tradition reads dreams about vomiting
Carl Jung (Archetypes)
Man and His Symbols (1964)
From a Jungian perspective, vomiting in a dream represents a process of psychological purification. Vomiting may indicate the rejection or expulsion of contents from the unconscious that no longer serve the individual. It is a symbol of getting rid of the dark aspects or negative thoughts and feelings that weigh a person down.
Vomiting may also be related to the 'Shadow,' which is a part of the personality that contains the qualities that the individual rejects or denies. Through vomiting, the individual is trying to integrate these rejected qualities or deal with them in a conscious way.
In the context of Archetypes, vomiting can represent a struggle with the 'Anima' or 'Animus,' the feminine or masculine aspects of the unconscious, respectively. Vomiting may indicate an attempt to get rid of the influence of these aspects if they are hindering the individual's growth and psychological balance.
Sigmund Freud (Desire)
The Interpretation of Dreams (1899)
Freud viewed vomiting in a dream as potentially representing repressed desires or unresolved conflicts from childhood. It could be an expression of disgust or rejection towards something linked to a painful or embarrassing experience in the past.
Vomiting could also symbolize a release from constraints or liberation from repression. It's a symbolic expression of wanting to get rid of something unwanted or something causing psychological discomfort.
Additionally, vomiting might be linked to issues concerning sexuality or libido, representing a rejection or suppression of these drives.
In some cases, vomiting may point to feelings of guilt or shame about something the dreamer has done.
Other traditions
Ibn Sirin (Islamic Core)
Muntakhab al-Kalam fi Tafsir al-Ahlam (attributed)
Ibn Sirin says that seeing vomiting in a dream may indicate repentance and returning to Allah Almighty, especially if the vomiting is easy and painless. Vomiting may be a sign of getting rid of sins and transgressions and replacing them with good deeds. Seeing vomiting blood may indicate ill-gotten money that the seer spends or gets rid of.
In some cases, vomiting may be a warning (Nadhir) to the seer of the need to review his actions and words and repent for any injustice he has committed against others. If a person sees himself vomiting honey, this may indicate that he will do a good deed or ongoing charity that will bring him goodness and blessing.
If the vomiting is difficult and painful, it may indicate the difficulty of repentance or the presence of obstacles preventing the seer from returning to the path of truth. And Allah knows best.
Al-Nabulsi
Ta'tir al-Anam fi Ta'bir al-Manam
Al-Nabulsi interpreted vomiting in a dream as indicating the return of trusts to their owners, or getting rid of debts and financial obligations. If a person sees himself vomiting gold or silver, this may indicate that he will spend his money in the path of Allah or in charitable works.
If the vomit smells bad, it may indicate bad speech or backbiting and gossip that the seer says about others. If a person vomits and then returns to eat his vomit, this may indicate going back on a promise or breaking a covenant.
Vomiting may also indicate getting rid of worries and sorrows and moving to a new stage of comfort and psychological stability. And Allah knows best.
Imam Sadiq
Imam al-Sadiq (peace be upon him) sees that vomiting in a dream has multiple meanings that depend on the details of the dream and the dreamer's condition. Vomiting may indicate sincere repentance and atonement for sins, especially if it is accompanied by remorse and seeking forgiveness.
Vomiting can also indicate getting rid of sorrow and distress, and relief after hardship, especially if the vomiting is easy and comfortable. If a person sees himself vomiting something good like honey or milk, this may indicate beneficial knowledge that people benefit from, or good speech that pleases God Almighty.
But if the vomiting is difficult and painful, it may indicate illness or misfortune that afflicts the seer, or the difficulties he faces in his life. And Allah knows best.
Biblical Tradition
The Bible (Old Testament)
In the Biblical tradition (Old Testament), there isn't a direct mention of vomiting as a dream symbol to the same extent as in other traditions. However, vomiting can be metaphorically interpreted as a symbol of getting rid of something unclean or impure, whether physical or spiritual. Vomiting may represent repentance and returning to God after committing a wrong or falling into sin. Just as the people of Israel were required to purify themselves from uncleanness before approaching God, vomiting in a dream may represent a similar process of purification.
In the Book of Proverbs, there is a warning against overeating and drinking, which can lead to vomiting. Vomiting in this context can be seen as a consequence of unwise or excessive behavior, and therefore as a warning to abstain from excessive pleasures and indulgence in desires.
Repentance and abandoning sins is considered fundamental in the relationship with God, and therefore vomiting in a dream may represent the necessity of repentance and getting rid of everything that is spiritually undesirable.
Christian Tradition
In Christianity, vomiting in a dream may symbolize getting rid of sin or evil influences. It may indicate a process of spiritual purification or liberation from the forces of darkness. The Bible teaches about the importance of repentance and turning away from the way of sin, and vomiting here could reflect this internal process of cleansing.
Vomiting may also represent a rejection of false ideas or beliefs that may be harmful to faith. As stated in Paul the Apostle's letter to the Romans (12:2): "Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is--his good, pleasing and perfect will." Thus, vomiting can represent rejecting what is not good and accepting what is the will of God.
In the context of spiritual warfare, vomiting may represent the expulsion of evil spirits or demonic influences. Jesus Christ cast out evil spirits, and vomiting can symbolically depict the getting rid of these malicious forces.
However, the dream of vomiting should be interpreted in the light of the Bible and the teachings of the Church, while seeking spiritual guidance from spiritual leaders.
Zhou Gong
Zhou Gong Jie Meng (周公解梦)
Seeing vomiting in a dream according to Zhou Gong indicates a release of bad fortune. Vomiting blood: bad omen, imminent financial loss. Vomiting on someone else: disputes will be resolved.
Vomiting abundantly: good omen, problems will be cleared away.
If the vomiting is only a little: this is not a good omen, you may get some minor problems.
Hindu / Vedic
In Hinduism, vomiting in a dream can be interpreted as a symbol of getting rid of toxins, whether physical or spiritual. Vomiting is believed to represent the removal of negative energy or accumulated bad karma.
According to Ayurveda, an ancient Indian medical system, vomiting in a dream may indicate an imbalance in the doshas (vital energies). It may indicate an increase in the Pitta dosha (fire energy) or the Kapha dosha (earth and water energy), requiring an adjustment in diet and lifestyle.
In some spiritual contexts, vomiting may represent a process of purifying the soul or liberation from worldly desires and passions. It may indicate the beginning of a new spiritual journey or a greater commitment to spiritual practices such as yoga and meditation.
Vomiting can also be interpreted as a sign of needing to let go of attachment to material things and toxic relationships that hinder spiritual growth.
Japanese (Yume Uranai)
In Japanese Dream Divination (Yume Uranai), vomiting is a complex symbol with multiple meanings. If the vomiting is clean and easy, it may mean getting rid of negative emotions or bad thoughts, leading to an improvement in mental and emotional state.
However, if the vomiting is difficult or foul-smelling, it may indicate accumulated problems or pressures that need to be addressed. It may also mean internal conflicts or difficulty expressing true feelings.
If a person is vomiting blood, it may be a warning of potential health problems or imminent financial loss. This dream should be taken seriously and seek medical advice if necessary.
Seeing someone else vomiting may indicate concern for the health or well-being of that person. It is important to provide support and assistance if possible.
In some cases, vomiting may be related to 'nature spirits' (Kaminokami) if the place where the person is vomiting is associated with a sacred or natural place. This may be an indication of the need to respect nature and take care of the surrounding environment.
Had your own vomiting dream? Describe it to our free AI dream interpreter, or read it in the tradition of Ibn Sirin with our Islamic dream interpretation. Curious how Carl Jung would read it? See Jungian dream analysis. For what Scripture says about dreams, see biblical dream interpretation.
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Written by Claire Bennett for the Fassir editorial team, from the traditions named on this page. Last updated . How we interpret dreams
Disclaimer: This analysis utilizes AI based on historical and psychological texts for educational and spiritual insight. It does not constitute professional medical or psychological advice.
