Dreaming of
Rats
Betrayal, disease, or resourcefulness.
In-Depth Analysis
Rats are often seen as pests or carriers of disease. Dreaming of them can represent a fear of betrayal ('smelling a rat') or feelings of unworthiness. However, rats are also incredibly intelligent survivors, representing resourcefulness in hard times.
Jungian Archetype
The Shadow (Scavenger)
From a Jungian perspective, this symbol connects to the collective unconscious, representing universal patterns of human experience found in myths and stories across cultures.
Cultural Context
Common Scenarios
Rats biting you
Someone you trust may be betraying you, or guilt is gnawing at you.
Dead rat
A betrayal has been exposed, or a period of sneakiness is ending.
Pet rat
You are befriending your shadow side or accepting a 'reject' part of yourself.
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