Hermaphrodite deities, connected with the myth of birth
(19), are found on many Egyptian monuments: for example, the pedestal of one
of the colossi at Memnon. The hermaphrodite is a consequence of applying the
symbolism of the number two to the human being, creating a personality which is
integrated despite its duality. In India, this dual being—two sexes united in a
single personality—was the primal force, the light from which life emanates (49),
that is to say, the lingam (60). The myth of the hermaphrodite was also known in
pre-Columbian Mexico, in the figure of Quetzalcoatl, the god in whom the laws of
opposites and of the separate sexes are finally united. The hermaphrodite is,
above all, a god of procreation (41), closely linked, and ultimately identified, with
the Gemini archetype. Plato, in the Symposium, states that the Gods first created
Man in the form of a sphere incorporating two bodies and both sexes. This shows
to what extent he subjected reality to symbolic and conceptual patterns and
how—in a characteristically Greek manner—he permitted mortals to partake of such qualities as hermaphroditism, which were generally regarded as exclusive to
the more primitive gods (8). Psychologically, it must not be overlooked that the
concept of hermaphroditism represents a formula (which, like most mythic formulas, is only an approximation) of ‘totality’, of the ‘integration of opposites’
(17). In other words, it expresses in sexual—and hence very obvious—terms the
essential idea that all pairs of opposites are integrated into Oneness. For Eliade,
hermaphroditism is, therefore, simply an archaic form of divine bi-unity. Magicreligious thinking first stated this concept in biological terms, before clothing it in
metaphysical (esse non esse) or theological language (the revealed or non-revealed
world). The androgynous divinity was also known in China and in many other
countries (Persia, Palestine, Australia, etc.) (17). In the androgynous myth we
see, however, not only an expression of the cause but also of the controlling
spiritual energy. This is very clearly brought out by Ely Star when he says that no
happiness, unless it be one of the exceptions mentioned by St. Paul, can prove
satisfying until it is made whole by marriage (which is an imperfect image of
hermaphroditism), since the spirit always manifests itself as a segregated form in
the world of existence, and this is a source of suffering and restlessness (54).
Thus, the Hermaphrodite is not only linked to the remote Platonic past, but also
projected into the future. In addition, it is clearly a symbol of an intellectual
activity which is not in itself connected with the problem of the sexes. Blavatsky
says that all peoples regarded their first god as androgynous, because Primitive
humanity knew that he had sprung from ‘the mind’, as is shown by many traditions such as that of Minerva springing from the head of Jupiter (9). In alchemy,
the Hermaphrodite plays an important rôle as Mercury; he is depicted as a twoheaded figure, often accompanied by the word Rebis (double thing).

To see or dream that you are a hermaphrodite, represents the union of opposites and balance. Alternatively, the dreams suggest that you are trying to conceal your sexuality. Perhaps you are feeling ambiguous about your sexuality.

Seeing or dreaming that you are a hermaphrodite, represents the union of opposites.

To dream that you are seeing the doctor, indicates your need for emotional and spiritual healing. The dream could also highlight medical concerns. Perhaps it is time to go and get a physical check up.

To dream that you are a doctor, suggests that there is some problem that you need to patch up or some emotional wound that you need to bandage up. Alternatively, it signifies your ability to offer your support to others.

This is a most auspicious dream, denoting good health and general prosperity, if you meet him socially, for you will not then spend your money for his services. If you be young and engaged to marry him, then this dream warns you of deceit.

To dream of a doctor professionally, signifies discouraging illness and disagreeable differences between members of a family.

To dream that a doctor makes an incision in your flesh, trying to discover blood, but failing in his efforts, denotes that you will be tormented and injured by some evil person, who may try to make you pay out money for his debts. If he finds blood, you will be the loser in some transaction.

Dreaming that you are seeing the doctor indicates discouraging illness and strife amongst members of your family. It may signal your need for emotional and spiritual healing. Dreaming of a doctor in a social atmosphere, foretells of good health and prosperity. Dreaming that you marry a doctor, forewarns that you are being deceived by someone or a situation.

Dreaming about a doctor may represent a need for physical, emotional, or spiritual healing. Doctors are respected authority figures and we usually follow their advice and guidance in regard to our well being. Depending on your belief system, the doctor in your dream could also represent your higher self or inner guidance. If you are currently experiencing a health problem and doctors are a part of your daily/weekly life, this dream may be symbolic of real life difficulties. However, the dream is most likely based on a past event, a memory, or refers to a current need for healing, rather than a prediction of the future. Traditional dream interpretations say that if you dream of a doctor, you will have good health.

All things that flow and grow were regarded in early religions as a symbol
of life: fire represented the vital craving for nourishment, water was chosen for its
fertilizing powers, plants because of their verdure in spring-time. Now, all—or
very nearly all—symbols of life are also symbolic of death. Media vita in morte
sumus, observed the mediaeval monk, to which modern science has replied La vie
c’est la mort (Claude Bernard). Thus, fire is the destroyer, while water in its
various forms signifies dissolution, as suggested in the Psalms. In legend and
folklore, the Origin of life—or the source of the renewal of the life forces—takes
the form of caves and caverns where wondrous torrents and springs well up (38).

To remember something in your dream, indicates that you have learned something significant from your past mistakes or previous experiences. The dream may also serve as a reminder of something important that is occurring in your waking life. You are so worried that you will forget something that the preoccupation has made its way into your dream.

To see a penis in your dream, signifies sexual energy, power, aggression, and fertility. To see an exceptionally large penis, suggests doubts and anxieties about your sexual drive and libido.

Seeing a penis in your dream means sexual energy, power and fertility. Seeing an exceptionally large penis, suggests doubts and anxieties about your sexual drive and libido.

To see your vagina in your dream, suggests issues with your femininity and you sexual needs/urges.

Seeing your vagina in your dream, suggests issues with your femininity and you sexual needs/urges.

Dreaming that you die in your dream, symbolizes inner changes, transformation, self-discovery and positive development that is happening within you or in your life. Although such a dreams may bring about feelings of fear and anxiety, it is no cause for alarm and is often considered a positive symbol. Dreams of experiencing your own death usually means that big changes are ahead for you. You are moving on to new beginnings and leaving the past behind. These changes does not necessarily imply a negative turn of events. Metaphorically, dying can be seen as an end or a termination to your old ways and habits. So, dying does not always mean a physical death, but an ending of something.

To dream that you are lost, suggests that you have lost your direction in life or that you have lost sight of your goals. You may be feeling worried and insecure about the path you are taking in life. If you try to call for help, then it means that you are trying to reach out for support. You are looking for someone to lean on. Alternatively, being lost means that you are still adjusting to a new situation in which the rules and conditions are ever changing.

To dream that someone else is lost, represents some unresolved issues or feelings pertaining to the person that is lost. Consider what aspect of that person you may have lost within your own self. Perhaps you need to recapture and re-acknowledge those aspects.

Dreaming that you are lost, suggests that you have lost your direction in life or that you have lost sight of your goals. You may be feeling worried and insecure about the path you are taking in life. Alternatively, you may be trying to adjust and get accustomed to a new situation in which the rules and conditions are ever changing. Dreaming that someone else is lost, represents unresolved issues or feelings regarding the person that is lost. Consider also what aspect of that person you may have lost within your own self. Perhaps you need to recapture and re-acknowledge those aspects.

To see or wear a tampon in your dream, signifies aggression. You are experiencing some tension that needs to be released. Alternatively, the dream may also be analogous to the phallus.

To dream of giving birth or see someone else giving birth, suggests that you are giving birth to a new idea or project. It also represents a new attitude, fresh beginnings or a major event. Alternatively, the dream may be calling attention to your inner child and the potential for you to grow. A more direct interpretation of this dream, may represent your desires/ anxieties of giving birth or the anticipation for such an event to occur.

To dream that you are giving birth to a non-human creature, signifies your overwhelming (and unfounded) fear in the health of your baby. You are overly concerned that your baby may have birth defects. This type of dream is common in expectant mothers in their second trimester. If you are not expecting, then it refers to your fear in the outcome of some decision or project. You are trying to overcome difficulties in your life and achieve inner development.

In particular, if you dream that you are giving birth to a monster, then it implies that your inner creative energy has yet to blossom and grow into expression. You may have some hesitation in releasing this "monster" for fear that others will judge you or that they will not accept your ideals.

To dream that the mother dies during birth, represents transformation. The dream represents the ending of one thing (death) and the new beginning of another thing (birth). You may be making life changes or getting rid of your old habits and ways.

For a married woman to dream of giving birth to a child, great joy and a handsome legacy is foretold.

For a single woman, loss of virtue and abandonment by her lover.

For unmarried women to dream of giving of birth to children, is indicative of
inevitable unchastity. For married women it indicates happy confinement.

Dreaming of giving birth or see someone else giving birth, suggests that you are giving birth to a new idea or project. It also represents a new attitude, fresh beginnings or a major upcoming event. Alternatively, the dream may be calling attention to your inner child and the potential for your to grow. A more direct interpretation of this dream, may represent your desires/ anxieties of giving birth or the anticipation for such an event to occur. Dreaming that you are giving birth to a non-human creature means you overwhelming (an unfounded) fear in the health of your baby. You are overly concerned that your baby may have birth defects. This type of dream is common in expectant mothers in their second trimester. If you are not expecting, then it refers to your fear in the outcome of some decision or project. You are trying to overcome difficulties in your life and achieve inner development. In particular, if you dream that you are giving birth to a monster, then it implies that your inner creative energy has yet to differentiate itself and grow into expression. You may hold some hesitation in releasing this "monster" for fear that others will judge your or that they will not accept your ideals. Dreaming that the mother dies during birth, represents transformation. The dream represents the ending of one thing (death) and the new beginning of another thing (birth). You may be making life changes or getting rid of your old habits and ways.

Women who are pregnant and men who are going to be fathers commonly have dreams about giving birth. It is not an omen of anything to come, but simply the mind trying to cope with a significant anxiety-provoking event.

If neither you nor your mate are pregnant, this dream could symbolise new beginnings (i.e. giving birth to new ideas, new ways of living, or a new stage in life).

A dream of giving birth can also mean that you understand that it will be hard work to achieve your goal.

Superstition-based dream interpretations say that giving birth in a dream is a sign of good luck, while multiple births are omens of forthcoming material wealth.