6 spiritual meanings of snow

We’ve seen snow romanticized in movies and literature many times, haven’t we? But is that the only spiritual meaning that snow symbolizes? What does snow symbolize spiritually and in literature? If these are some of the questions running through your mind, you’ve come to the right place!

In this post we have compiled 6 spiritual snow symbols, 2 snow symbols in films and literature, followed by Celtic and biblical meanings of snow. Let’s begin!

What does snow symbolize?

1. Winter and Death:

Snow is the symbol of winter, the dark, cold and dreary winter. In winter, nature goes into hibernation; Animals hide in their houses and the leaves of the trees die off.

Like death, winter spares no one; be they rich, poor, kind or despicable. Therefore, winter and snow are also associated with death.

2. Purity and Innocence:

Rain is the purest form of natural water. And snowflakes are crystallized distilled water, meaning they are as pure as rainwater, if not purer. The white and delicate nature of snow is associated with innocence and purity.

3. Frozen Feelings:

Snow is also associated with negative, cold and frozen emotions. It can be anger, despair, jealousy, sadness, or any emotion that symbolizes the darkness and coldness in the person.

4. Calm and Peace:

While is the symbol of peace and tranquility. It is an undeniable fact that snow calms those around even though it is freezing cold.

Faced with thick snow, the wind loses its ability to play with grass and branches. All is still and the snow whispers to you to settle down, relax and enjoy the rest you are blessed with every now and then.

When you’re going through a conflicting phase in your life, Snow urges you to take action to mitigate the issues.

5. Secrecy:

When there is snow, the area is filled with an ice-cold blanket of snow. Everywhere you see a breathtaking brightness of the snow. People are full of joy, building snowmen and collecting their snow memories.

But what if the area below was filled with sharp splinters ready to stab you the moment your feet touched them? The glamor of fluffy perfection as a result of a fresh blanket of snow forces us to close our eyes to the inside.

The veil represents the facade we use to deceive those around us, manipulating them into liking us and drawing them as far away from our hidden secrets as possible. Snow can also represent how we ignore minor issues in our lives unless they become massive and hit us hard.

In contrast, snow is also associated with revealing secrets. It is believed that snow creates mysteries and at the same time helps us solve some mysteries. Even a dog’s footprint looks like a tiger’s in the snow. Everything, even hints of truth, is amplified and crystal clear in the snow.

6. Fun And Cheerfulness:

Snow reminds many of their childhood days, the times they longed for snow, would build a snowman, all those bright happy laughs and the times they made snowballs and played snow fights.

Therefore, the spiritual meaning of snow is fun and youth. Yes, as we get older we realize the problems and obstacles that snow makes in our daily work. That said, most of us still appreciate snow, and our inner child somewhere inside us still craves it, doesn’t it?

2 Snow symbolism in film and literature

1. Romance and Celebration:

Snow and romance have become inseparable when it comes to movies these days. No wonder you get bombarded with great lists when you search for “Romantic Christmas Movies”.

It is often mentioned in South Korean romance films that the couple who experience the first snow of the year together are destined for the future and therefore last a lifetime. Thanks to all this hype, Christmas, celebration and romance comes to mind when we think of snow, doesn’t it?

Snow symbolism in literature is somewhat similar. For example, look at the work of Charles Dickens A Christmas songwhere snow is depicted as an important symbol of Christmas.

2. death

In Edith Wharton’s book ethane frame and The dead by James Joyce, snow is associated with sadness and death.

In many epic movie scenes, you can witness a character lying peacefully dead in the snow. The filmmakers may have exploited the sharp contrast of pure white snow with scarlet blood.

Moreover, such scenes of a dead body being embraced in the cold of winter and snow are sure to evoke intense empathy from viewers.

Snow Celtic symbolism

In many Celtic cultures, snow is symbolized as a necessary death and new beginning. There is a famous Celtic legend about The Oak King, the king of summer, and The Holly King, the king of winter.

The king of winter represented death, dark and desolate days. Still, he was not despised. Instead, the Celts hung the leaves of holly, one of the few plants that grow in snow, in honor of their winter king.

Biblical symbolism of snow

Snow in the Bible is mentioned several times in connection with the description of something white. When the Lord mentions that the scarlet sins will be as white as snow, it indicates that the Bible portrays snow as clean and sinless and also associates it with forgiveness.

Snow is also depicted as a medium of refreshment, as snow-capped mountains are associated with refreshed life. Among Christians, snow is an omen of happiness and positive change.

Common snow dreams and their interpretations:

1. Dreaming of others in the snow:

If you dreamed about your acquaintance in the snow, this is a sign that you have pent up cold feelings towards this person. You’re probably upset with their actions or you don’t like the person at all.

You may exhibit passive-aggressive behavior toward this person. If you want the person to work on something, it is better to communicate and clear the air than to harbor negative energy in your heart.

2. Dreaming of melting snow:

Dreams about melting snow warn you not to pay attention to minor issues in your life. It is probably not a good idea to run away from conflicting issues in your waking life as such issues can lead to many unwanted issues later.

Melting snow also represents forgiveness and reconciliation. If you have had a long feud with someone or have not spoken to any of your loved ones, this dream represents a positive omen that everything will return to normal.

3. Dream about playing in the snow:

Playing in the snow in a dream has a lot to do with your inner child. Lately you can find happiness in the simplest things in life. This dream is a reminder to let go of the burdens of the physical world and to indulge your inner child from time to time.

4. Dreaming about slipping in the snow:

If you had a dream about slipping in the snow, beware of negative and conflicting problems around you. This dream is a sign that you will encounter problems and hardships in your work or personal life. You are probably dissatisfied and disappointed with the series of events in your waking life.

Likewise, this dream also represents missed opportunities, the opportunities that you were too lazy, demotivated or naive for.

5. Dreaming of dirty snow:

Dirty snow in a dream represents the injustices and toxicity you have been dealing with in your waking life. The people around you are not as trustworthy and sincere as you think they are. They’re just trying to take advantage of your kindness. So, this dream is a forewarning to be wary of the people around you.

6. Dreaming of fluffy and clean snow:

While fluffy and fresh, clear snow is a dream in waking life, the actual dreams are not a good omen. This dream portends sadness, sorrow and illness. It also warns of relationship problems and represents your dissatisfaction in your personal life.

On a positive note, in some cultures, pure white, clean snow is associated with purity, innocence, and spiritual awakening.

7. Dreaming of a blizzard:

Just like a blizzard that makes you feel lonely, confused, and chaotic, your life is probably treating you the same way lately. You are going through emotional turmoil and problems in your personal or professional life. You are unaware and confused about what step you should take next.

If you had a dream about fighting in the snowstorm, then try your best to get yourself out of the messes that your life has been throwing at you lately.

Even so, we encourage you to talk to a trusted friend or counselor about your woes to give yourself some relief.

Summary

If you recently had a snow dream or were just curious about what snow means spiritually, religiously and in movies, we hope this post was able to help you.

Do you have further questions about snow? Perhaps you are interested in what symbolizes snow in Hinduism or Islam? If so, let us know in the comments; We’d love to chat with you!

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