Symbolism of Shoes in Dreams
1. Speaks of the gospel of Christ (Ephesians 6:15)
2. Equipping from the Word of God (Ephesians 6:15)
3. To disciple believers
4. Gospel
5. Word
6. Walk
7. Preparation (Ephesians 6:15 - "And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace.")
8. To be alert
9. To share the gospel
Shoe Symbolism and Meanings
- The left shoe: Represents our spiritual purpose in life in Christ.
- The right shoe: Represents our fleshly walk. Shoes are the covering over your feet, supporting and providing all motion. Sore feet can symbolize tiredness or hindrances in life.
- Sandals: Represent going through a hot, dry climate, similar to a desert, like the disciples wore.
- Shoe numbers not in sequence: Ministering to both children and adults together.
- Trying on new shoes: Assessing the doctrine and interpretation of the church.
- Changing shoes: A change in the doctrines or beliefs that have been held.
- Shoes too expensive: Unable to attain or receive new doctrine.
- Wearing matching shoes: The call of God to be both hearers and doers of the gospel of Christ.
- Tennis shoes: Symbolize a worldly gospel focused on the sinful flesh nature.
- Boots: Represent warring in the Spirit.
- High heel shoes: Symbolize pride, self-exaltation, discomfort, seduction, and walking on a higher level, which may lead to stumbling.
- Need for shoes: Mourning.
- New shoes: Indicate direction or a calling to something new and fresh.
- Putting them on: Preparation for a journey.
- Taking them off: Honoring God.
- Slippers: Symbolize getting too comfortable or complacent.
- Giving them away: A way of thinking or passing on a belief.
- Taking someone else’s shoes off: A sign of respect.
- Low heels: A humble walk.
- Broken shoes: Unpreparedness for the gospel.
- Little stone in the shoe: An irritant or a spiritual hindrance, suggesting one is not fully prepared or prayed up.
- Shoe sizes from babies to adults: Ministry to both spiritual children and adults.
- Snowshoes: Symbolize walking a righteous path and gospel ministry.
- Shoes off: Represent standing on holy ground or being in God’s presence.
- Shoes (pair): Symbolize witness, balance, or covenant.
- Shoes (two pairs): Represent two different aspects of the same walk.
- Sneakers: Symbolize walking in the Spirit or by faith.
See Also: Flood, Fountain, Ice, River, Rain, Snow
[1]Universal Landscape: How grounded you are.
Dreaming Lens: Were you wearing shoes? Were you looking for shoes? Were you shopping for shoes? Were you putting them on or taking them off? Were they yours or someone else’s? Were you aware of whose shoes you were wearing? Was someone else wearing your shoes?
Personal Focus: Shoes simultaneously protect our feet as well as express our sense of style. Our feet symbolize how grounded we are and our ability to maneuver effectively on our chosen path. The shoes that we wear or see in a dream reflect two things: how we protect the stand we take in life and how we express ourselves with regard to the steps we take as we walk through life.
Looking at a particular pair of shoes to wear in a dream connects to a direction you have not yet embarked upon but may be considering. Noticing someone else’s shoes might point to a number of thoughts about others, including envy, judgment, or compassion—the latter of which can only occur when you have walked a mile in another person’s shoes.
A single shoe means a path that is only half-considered, or a switch that occurs midway through a process. Losing or looking for shoes might point out insecurity that keeps you from moving through life in a more grounded fashion. Sneakers or athletic shoes connect to speed and increased performance. High-heeled shoes make a statement about a deliberate presentation that has impact, but can debilitate movement. Wearing a very expensive shoe might illuminate issues around the desire for abundance.
[2](See Also: Barefoot, Clothes, Foot)
Old, torn shoes symbolize snares along the path, or long, hard roads traveled to obtain your heart’s desire. These can also reveal a tendency to always fall back on what’s comfortable and known to you, instead of taking risks.
Boots are protective, so this dream may portend some rough footing’ ahead for which you should prepare.
Wearing unusual shoes in a dream may indicate a need to see things differently. Try looking at this situation from another perspective (e.g., “walking a mile in someone else’s shoes”).
The kind of shoes seen in the dream can reveal how you walk through life.
For example, seeing baby shoes means that you’re very unsure of things, and compensate by moving slowly. Ballet shoes can disclose a person who either tiptoes through difficult situations, or someone who has unique grace and mobility.
Trying on shoes represents testing various options until you find the perfect one (e.g., “if the shoe fits, wear it”).
Yearing new shoes symbolizes change and transitions with which you may not be totally comfortable yet.
In Egypt and Greece, shoes were part of fertility rights, which is how they became part of marriage rituals today. So, the throwing of a shoe or seeing numerous shoes following behind you in a dream represents productivity or abundance.
Small shoes symbolize virginity, or being naive about worldly matters, as in the storv of Cinderella.
[3]Wearing comfortable shoes or shoes that you love in your dream indicate you are becoming comfortable with all parts of your personality.
If you dream that your shoes are dirty and ragged, you will make enemies if you continue to criticize people. New shoes signify positive changes. Losing your shoes is a sign that you might lose an important relationship.
If you dream that others are admiring your shoes, you should be cautious around people you have recently met for the first time, especially males.
To dream that you are wearing inappropriate shoes for the activity at hand, suggests that your progress and path in life will be challenged because you are not well-prepared. It may also indicate that you are heading in the wrong direction and need to reevaluate your goals.
If you dream of wearing someone else’s shoes, this is a strong indication that you need to start looking at situations and relationships from other people’s point-of-views. Your opinions and attitudes are not the only ones that matter - be more considerate of others.
To dream that someone else is wearing your shoes, signifies a loss of identity. You may feel that someone else is copying your style, or stealing something from you that is very special. This is a typical dream when you feel like you’re being replaced in your friendship group, in a love relationship, or even in a family (perhaps by a new baby). Also see “High Heels”
[4]Shoes symbolizes the “low” things, as much as for humility as for pettiness.
If you dream that you are buying shoes, it shows that you need protection.
If the shoes are small or cause you harm, it shows that you are not ready to give everything that is expected of you. In contrast, if the shoes are big, it shows that you have many resources within your reach, but that you do not know how to funnel them appropriately. Clothing that introduces a certain part of the body were for Freud sexual symbols. In this sense, fairy tales use the same language. When Cinderella puts her foot in the shoe, it shows her sexual desire for the prince.
According to popular superstition, losing a shoe precedes an illness.
It is possible that this belief come from an ancient English custom which consisted of burning an old smelly shoe in the fireplace to drive off possible household infections. Lastly, shoes covered in dust foretell an unexpected trip; shining shoes foretell felicity and love.
[5]To dream of seeing your shoes ragged and soiled, denotes that you will make enemies by your unfeeling criticisms.
To have them blacked in your dreams, foretells improvement in your affairs, and some important event will cause you satisfaction. New shoes, augur changes which will prove beneficial.
If they pinch your feet, you will be uncomfortably exposed to the practical joking of the fun-loving companions of your sex.
To find them untied, denotes losses, quarrels and ill-health.
To lose them, is a sign of desertion and divorces.
To dream that your shoes have been stolen during the night, but you have two pairs of hose, denotes you will have a loss, but will gain in some other pursuit.
For a young woman to dream that her shoes are admired while on her feet, warns her to be cautious in allowing newly introduced people, and men of any kind, to approach her in a familiar way.
[6]The feet ground you and also point the direction in which you are moving in life.
The shoes in your dreams can illuminate how well you are walking your walk. Since shoes adorn the feet, they represent personal self- expression and choices around where you are headed.
The phrase “walk in someone else’s shoes” may be important to consider in a dream with shoes in it. Trying on new and different shoes can connect to a need to discover new ways of moving about your life. Different shoes or mismatched pairs are expressing confusion about where your steps may lead you. Lost shoes indicate a need to find ways of grounding yourself and call you to inquire about the ways in which you may not be fully prepared to move in new directions.
[7]Vision: Looking at shoes: you have a lot of errands to run. Putting on a pair of comfortable shoes: you are going to be successful. Wearing shoes that are too right: the road ahead is going to be hard. Finding a shoe: you will meet a stranger. Giving a pair of shoes as a gift: you either want to get rid of that person or that person is going to walk away from you. Buying a pair of shoes: you have a long way to go before you reach your goal; promises other people have made will not be kept. Looking at worn-down shoes: exercise great care when solving an unpleasant situation.
The dream also means that you are unhappy or dissatisfied with your present situation.
See Also: Running.
[8]Our ability, or otherwise, to be grounded and in touch with everyday life is symbolized in dreams by shoes. Shoes that we, or others, are wearing in a dream are there to alert us to an adjustment that needs to be made in our attitude to life. Lacing up shoes in a dream was once thought to be a well-known symbol of death as were shoes on a table. Today, these images are much more likely to indicate change is necessary.
[9](Sandals) In a dream, a pair of shoes represent one’s son, a vehicle, a friend, a brother, a business partner, or travels. Wearing a pair of shoes without heels in a dream means having a barren wife. Walking with one shoe in a dream means separation between husband and wife, or the breakup of a business partnership. Taking off one’s shoes in a dream means victory and rising in station.
[10]Shoes in their various styles protect your feet. They bnng attention to how grounded you are on the earth and in the world. Losing shoes in a dream may represent ungroundedness or convey that you are losing touch with reality. Cowboy boots may point to a man who loves ‘em and leaves em. High heels may mention a woman’s need to dress up and look tall
[11]1. Changing shoes means a new approach to life.
2. If shoes are worn out, one has tried very hard to succeed.
3. Wearing baby shoes signifies that one’s approach to life is innocent and pure.
4. To be shining shoes signifies hope for the future.
5. If one can’t find shoes, it means that the dreamer is sabotaging his/her own success.
[12]This migh t almost be called a dream of contrary, for if you see yourself without Shoes, then you may expect success in business.
To dream that your Shoes are worn or patched is a certain sign of difficulties, but with care and hard work you will succeed. New Shoes show some fortunate enterprise, with unexpected results.
See Also: BOOTS.
[13]Shabby or worn shoes are an omen of success; new shoes are a warning against overconfidence; to dream of losing your shoes indicates that you are wasting your efforts in unproductive activity; to shine your shoes predicts an unexpectedly fortunate venture.
To see a shoemaker at work is a sign of an unanticipated new business offer.
[14]If you are shining your shoes you will soon hear of an exciting new business venture in which you will get involved.
If you dream the shoes you are wearing is shabby and worn out you can expect success in your business through hard work. New shoes mean overconfidence, but if you lose a shoe you will experience setbacks or losses.
[15]Worn and dirty shoes tell the dreamer to be tolerant and thoughtful of other people.
To have your shoes shined in your dream predicts important changes ahead. Untied shoes forebode misfortune and quarrels.
[16]Position in life; life situation; the condition of one’s chosen direction, i.e. formal dancing shoes in a discotheque would suggest outmoded approach. Idioms: be in someone else’s shoes.
[17]To dream of wearing a new pair denotes many journeys; generally unsuccessful; to travel without shoes means comfort and honor as you pass through life (Raphael).
[18]Symbolic of a servant, Ps. 108:9. Shoes can also symbolize a journey or a person prepared to witness the gospel of Christ, Eph. 6:15
[19]Divorce is predicted if a person dreams of losing his or her shoes.
To lose one shoe is a sign of quarrels.
[20]Covering of protection for one’s steps, according to color, fit, type, material, etc.; Research accordingly
[21]See Also: Clothing metaphors.
[22]Protecting the future.
[23]See Also: Boots.
[24]To dream of losing one's shoes and Walking barefoot, signifies pain in the feet and sickness. It also denotes loss and reproaches to those of a sanguine complexion, and more especially If this dream comes to you in the first days of the moon.
[25]The Symbolism and Interpretations of Shoes in Dreams
Lucky numbers: 13-17-20-41-46-52
General Interpretations
- Being without shoes: Expect a difficult route to business success.
- Buying a pair of shoes: The beginning of a lengthy project of many parts.
- Children’s shoes: You are overly concerned about the health of those dependent upon you.
- Buying new shoes for children: Unexpected good results in long-term business.
- Clogs, buying: You are prying overly into others' affairs; your findings will shock you.
- Putting on shoes: Prepare for a wedding in the near future.
- Wearing shoes: Stride over your previous boundaries; continue on the route you chose.
Special Shoes
- Cobbler, being a: The essence of probation.
- Repairing shoes: Salvaging the positive from amidst the downtrodden.
- Finding one shoe: A stranger will bring a promising offer.
- A pair of shoes: Break off the oppressive relationship.
- Gaiters: You will be fortunate in love affairs if you follow your hunches.
Colors and Materials
- Black shoes: Desertion of a friend will create bad times.
- Blue shoes: A friend will be lost to you through sickness.
- Suede shoes: You will have happy days that can easily be ruined.
- White shoes: Your future is secure and uplifting.
- Leather shoes: Don’t listen to the flattery of others.
Boots and High Heels
- High boots: You will need to pay a bribe to keep a secret.
- Wearing high heels: Your efforts are finally rewarded.
Issues with Shoes
- Shoes with holes in the soles: Your lack of confidence causes you to miss an appointment.
- Broken shoes: Not prepared for the gospel.
- Tight shoes: A foe is constricting your progress and taking liberties during your delay.
- Wrong shoes for the occasion: You are not listening to your heart.
Miscellaneous Symbols
- Worn out shoes: Going into the mud with worn-out shoes suggests a period of despondency and poverty of the soul.
- Tree, putting shoes in a: Unfavorable news is coming.
- Spike shoes: No one buys a cow when the milk is free.
See Also: Flood, Fountain, Ice, River, Rain, Snow
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