Four Diwali dreams considered auspicious in dream lore, said to signal wealth and career growth

According to Swapnashastra, the traditional science of dreams, some dreams seen around Diwali are considered auspicious. They are said to point to happiness, prosperity, financial gain and good changes in life. Seeing Goddess Lakshmi in a dream is regarded as a sign of financial progress and good fortune.

Diwali is celebrated every year on Kartik Amavasya. This year it falls on November 8, and Lakshmi Puja is held the same day. On this auspicious occasion, Kubera and Lord Dhanvantari are worshipped along with Goddess Lakshmi. The day is held to have great religious significance, and according to Swapnashastra, certain dreams linked to it are counted as highly auspicious.

The first is a dream of lamps. Diwali is closely tied to diyas, which is why it is also called the festival of lamps. Seeing lamps, or seeing yourself light lamps on Diwali, is considered a very auspicious dream. It is believed to signal an end to life's troubles and the right path ahead. After such a dream, progress in career and business may follow, and happiness may come to the family.

The second is a dream of worshipping Goddess Lakshmi. Lakshmi is worshipped at the auspicious time of Diwali. Seeing yourself and your family worship her in a dream is considered very auspicious. It is said to mean that any problem the family is facing may be resolved. You may become mentally stronger and advance in your career.

The third is a dream of seeing an owl. The owl is the vehicle of Goddess Lakshmi. It is said that if an owl is sighted on Diwali night, good success and financial gain as expected will follow. Seeing an owl in a dream may bring Goddess Lakshmi's blessings and monetary gain. It is a religious belief that this dream also brings profit in business.

The fourth is a dream of bursting firecrackers. At Diwali, people celebrate the victory of light over darkness by lighting firecrackers. Seeing yourself burst firecrackers with your family in a dream is considered auspicious. It is taken as a sign of relief from worry and stress. Career progress and new opportunities may come, and it is also seen as a sign of getting out of a major difficulty.

According to religious belief, if these dreams come during the five-day Diwali festival, between Dhanteras and Bhai Dooj, auspicious results may follow soon.