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Dream symbol · C
Coffin
The end of a specific life stage and preparation for a new beginning.
Dream interpretation
Despite appearing startling, a coffin is a symbol of transformation and the "burial" of the unnecessary. If it is empty, it may signify anxiety about the future or a void in the soul. If you are inside, it is a sign of a deep need for introspection and isolation from the noise of the world. Closing a coffin symbolizes finalizing a painful period. This is an archetypal symbol of transition, reminding you that every death carries the seed of a new life.