You walk deep in the woods on a hot summer day. It seems as though the trees are whispering to you by moving their leaves while golden rays of sunshine caress your skin. As you wander around, astonished by the infinite abundance and beauty of nature, you see a creature moving not far from you. Frightening but cunning dark eyes are staring at you, looking at your every move – you realize it’s a fox, disturbed by an unexpected visitor. Just as you take one step further to see it better, you wake up.
Dreams about the fox usually symbolize intelligence, cleverness, and ingenuity. It represents a part of you that is sly, clever, opportunistic, deceitful, predatorial, and non-conforming. In the East and among the Native Americans the fox is considered a shape-shifter – meaning they reside between the worlds, being in between the planes of existence. In the Middle Ages, it was a symbol of the devil. The fox represents cleverness when dealing with life’s challenges, but also the presence of false and manipulative rumors. It may also suggest using one’s charm and seductive abilities to get what one desires. In relationships, it represents overbearing possessiveness and territoriality. It is a signal from your subconscious mind that you should pay more attention to your intuition and instincts when dealing with problems – you may even need to hide your feelings to protect yourself.
If you chase a fox, it means that you may suffer from deceitful and false rumors, your reputation is threatened.
If you dreamed of a tame fox, it means that someone pretends to be your friend, while they want to do you in. In a man’s dream, the fox is a symbol of sexual cravings and instinctive behavior.
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Scroll below to find the interpretation that best suits the dream that you had. Hopefully, you will find the answers you’ve been looking for.
Definition of the fox
A carnivorous mammal of the dog family with a pointed muzzle and bushy tail, proverbial for its cunning.
Dreaming about various interactions with a fox
If you dreamed about various interactions with a fox, the meaning may differ depending on the details.
If you dreamed about feeding a fox, it means that you will put in enormous effort to gain the trust of some person in your environment. You will do everything that’s in your power to win them over, but pay close attention – they probably cannot be relied upon. Their loyalty is extremely suspicious, as they possibly are trying to take advantage of your innocence and sympathy.
If you dreamed about saving a fox, it means that you will offer your help to someone in need. They’ve probably been judged and rejected by masses in some way and your support and love mean the world to them. You are the only one who decided to ignore their disgrace and wrecked reputation because you only see them as a human that needs to be helped and understood.
If you dreamed about running away from the fox, it means that someone will try to manipulate you for their own interests. You recognized their lies and deceptions, and you will do everything you can to escape from their evil grip.
If you dreamed about killing a fox, it means that you will take some drastic moves to finally come to terms with someone who abused your trust and fidelity. You want to get to the root of things and reveal the truth. Keep going, because this is an extremely potent time for your success.
If you dreamed about hunting the fox, it means that you are looking for new opportunities and challenges in your life. You want to meet and explore the world to unravel and bring awareness to a global and undying truth about something. Your passions have been rekindled and you are fully ready to reveal the mysteries in the field of your interests.
Dreaming about various fox actions
If you dreamed about various fox actions, the meaning may differ depending on the details.
If you dreamed about the fox chasing you, it means that you may fall prey to a stalker or hacker. Take more precautions when deciding which information you post on social media because anyone can take advantage of it.
If you dreamed about the talking fox, it means that someone from your surroundings is actively lying to you. Pay attention to what the fox is saying because it relates to the real-life situation you’re currently in.
If you dreamed about the fox running away from you, it means that you will see through someone’s deception and lies, which they use to manipulate you. They will sense your rage in their own skin because you will make sure that you’re even. Luckily, they will leave your life for good and leave you at peace. If you dreamed about a fox biting you, it means that you will probably be betrayed by a lover or a partner. You will find out about the affair they’ve been having behind your back and you will feel severely hurt. Find a way to make peace with everything, despite it being hard.
If you dreamed about fox hunting, it means that you will try hard to find loopholes in the law, so you can use them for your own interests. Beware of karmic punishment.
If you dreamed about the fox killing other animals, it means that someone close to you will be taken advantage of. Try to open their eyes by educating them about how to protect themselves. Tricksters are always looking for new ways to attack.
If you dreamed about the fox dying, it means that a period of loneliness and alienation is afoot. You will be inclined to avoid every social interaction, and you will feel severely depressed. Spend as much time in nature as you possibly can.
If you dreamed about a pregnant fox, it means that you will have a secret admiration for someone in your environment. You have hidden feelings for someone which you are afraid to express.
If you dreamed about a fox playing, it means that you are going to reveal your new personality traits. You will come to the realization that it is always better to keep an open mind when dealing with others because they are always unpleasant for a single reason – they’re misunderstood.
Dreaming about various appearances of a fox
If you dreamed about various appearances of a fox, the meaning may differ depending on the details.
If you dreamed about a small baby fox, it usually suggests that you will be faced with little white lies and small problems, which you will successfully resolve.
If you dreamed about the giant fox, it means that there is an extremely arrogant and egoistic person in your environment, which will try to put you down. Their goal is to belittle and take advantage of you.
If you dreamed about a fox family, it means that you will go to the great lengths to provide for your family, maybe even lie or steal to keep them together.
If you dreamed about a beautiful fox, it means that you will be very physically attracted to someone in your surroundings in the near future and you will try to stir up the magnetic energy that exists between you two.
If you dreamed about a dead fox, it means that all lies and deceits that exist around you will finally be revealed end exposed. Everyone will become aware of the truth, whether they like it or not.
If you dreamed about a trapped fox, it means that you will refuse to accept that you’ve been a victim of manipulation and deception. Even if all the evidence points to your abuse, you will firmly reject to believe it. The sooner you accept to admit it, the freer you’ll become.