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Dreaming about death? Here’s what it could really be trying to tell you

Dreams about death often symbolise emotional change, unresolved feelings, or major life transitions rather than a literal loss.

By NES Web Desk

Jan 31, 2026 18:06 IST

Science says that what we think about in our subconscious mind is reflected in our dreams at night. And astrology says that all the dreams we see have deep underlying meanings. All those meanings are explained in dream science.

Many times, many of us dream about death. Or some dream that is related to death. According to dream science, this has deep meaning. Which can be deeply related to your real life. Do you know what it means to repeatedly dream about the death of yourself, relatives, or someone else? Is seeing such dreams auspicious or inauspicious?

Seeing one’s own death in dreams

According to dream science, if a person dreams of their own death, it is considered an extremely auspicious dream. Its meaning is actually that the person's lifespan is about to increase. Life's problems will soon be resolved. You may also receive some good news. This can be a sign of ending an old chapter of life and moving forward on a new path. It can be an indication of getting rid of old sorrows, failures, or negative habits. Signs of major changes in life, such as new work, new responsibilities, or mental maturity. In many cases, this is also considered a symbol of longevity and good health.

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Meaning of seeing the death of parents or relatives in dreams

Although dreams of seeing the death of a close relative are quite distressing, dream science mostly interprets this as an auspicious sign. It can be an indication of that person's longevity and good health. A symbol of new forms of relationships or changes in responsibilities. It is believed that your excessive worry or fear about them in real life is being expressed through dreams.

Dreaming of dead relatives

According to dream science, repeatedly dreaming of a dead relative with whom you had a deep relationship can prove to be extremely inauspicious. Such dreams can be an indication of the arrival of some complex problem in life.

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Dreaming of a sick person’s death

If a person dreams of a sick person's death, then this dream is considered very auspicious. The meaning of such dreams is that the sick person is soon going to get relief from that suffering.

Hearing news of death in dreams

Hearing news of someone's death in a dream usually indicates sudden news or change. This change can be either good or bad.

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