Fear of difficulties, fear of becoming destitute. (See also Beggar, Charity, Rags, and Counterfeit Money.) Fear of those people and things that are different.
To see or dream that you are at a bomb shelter, represents the difficulties and sense of helplessness that you are going through. You are seeking for some sort of security Alternatively, it suggests your fear of things that are different from you. Also see “Bomb”, above.
Vision: If you are looking for a shelter: you can count on peo- pie to support you in an unpleasant situation. Losing your shelter: you are feeling unprotected and helpless, but courage will save the dav.
Depth Psychology: The dream is a symbol of your fear; you are looking for support, safety, and emotional warmth. Dreaming about remaining homeless: your hopes will not come true.
To dream of seeking shelder against rain denotes secret trouble; to fly from a storm, evil to come; to find shelter prognosticates misery and despair; to have it refused, triumph and joy (Gypsy). Here the interpretation is easily traceable to early Christian persecution, when shelter and food were refused to the elect.
To dream that you are at a shelter indicates that you are experiencing an incident involving feelings of vulnerability. You are searching for refuge and protection. It also indicates that you are afraid of diversity and unfamiliarity.
Dreams of shelter signify protection and hiding. Perhaps you are feeling unsafe, defensive, in need of support or you have a desire to be mothered. Consider the feeling tone. See Sanctuary and Goddess Hestia.
Material aspects: Any shelter signifies protection. We are all aware of the need for a safe space, and this symbolism comes across in dreams quite strongly.
The images used could be anything from a snail shell to an umbrella. Usually dreams about shelter highlight our needs or insecurities. You might also like to consult the entries for shells and umbrella.