The snake is a wild beast associated with alarming and dangerous situations. However, that isn’t always the interpretation though it may be the easiest one.
The interpretation of a black and white snake depends on many factors, the snake’s actions, our reactions to the snakes, and the meanings we associate with the colors black and white.
The black snake in dreams usually represents the dark and ominous parts of our thought, this same thought that causes our spiral into the world of depression and anxiety. It may also represent the impending doom that we may face.
This doom can result from a past action or an action we have yet to take.
The black snake may signify a bad relationship in our lives and the darkness this relationship brings along with it, but it could also be a financial warning. Be cautious of your finances and the people around you.
A white snake in a dream, however, represents a good sign. But what does it means when both colors are in one snake? i.e., what does it mean when you see a black and white snake?
Without further ado, let’s talk about the interpretation.
1. A Rebirth, a renewal of oneself, a transformation –
Snakes shed their skin to reveal newer, shinier skin underneath. A dream showcasing the shedding of a black snake’s skin to reveal a white snake underneath implies that we must leave behind values, relationships, and attitudes.
We need to forgo the past and everything that was hindering our progress. To achieve this transformation, we need to shed our inhibitions to reach a stage of self-enlightenment and heal ourselves.
The black snake represents our shortcomings, inhibitions, anxiety, everything that prevents us from transforming into a white ‘pure,’ ‘different,’ and ‘a better version’ snake.
This dream seeks to help us introspect, flush out everything that holds us back and transform into a version deemed worthy and beautiful in our eyes and the eyes of the world.
And just as the snake leaves behind its old self to begin a new journey, we must leave behind our old selves and start afresh.
2. The Importance of striking a balance between two opposite forces –
These evolved lizards also denote duality when making an appearance together in a dream. Duality is best explained with the Chinese concept of Yin and Yang.
In essence, Yin and yan mean sets of two opposing and complementing principles observed in nature. Though at complete odds, two opposite forces coexist as one whole entity.
Forces opposite in nature rely on each other to survive. Examples of Yin and yan are; male and female, the sun and the moon, cold and hot, and the list is endless. The balance between Yin and yan is crucial; if Yin is more muscular, yang will weaken, and vice versa.
The white snakes represent goodness, purity, and positive attributes, and the black snake represents negative attributes like selfishness, greed, dominance, and the list for both continues.
The dream implies that a balance between good and evil must be struck for an individual’s healthy growth. One cannot be entirely good or diabolically evil. An example of this would be downright selfless without regard for one’s wants.
This would only serve to be a means to degrade oneself and one’s esteem. A state of equilibrium between the two opposing ideas of good and evil must be maintained; selfishness needs to be a trait a person possesses to prevent people from walking all over.
3. Our Repressed Sexual desires –
A dream of a Black and white snake coiled together represents the need to fulfill our sexual desires and be sexually satisfied, and quench our repressed sexual urges with our partner’s help.
4. Junction of Crossroads –
Another representation of these two snakes together may be evidence of our inability to may a decision. We are at crossroads as to the conclusion that we need to take.
It resembles a period of uncertainty, self-questioning, and unpredictability. It also makes us mindful of the requirement of a decision.
5. The abilities that we were once clueless about –
A dream about the death of a white snake at the hands of the black snake and vice versa signals our increasing inner strength and awakening potential. The dead snake represents the pestering challenges that you finally overcame.
The victorious snake is a sign of our abilities that were once dormant but have now erupted and made us stronger, newer, and better people.
6. Signaling the Presence of a pretentious person –
A dream of a white and black snake, the white snake representing a terrifying entity, means a sheep in wolf’s clothing is present in your midst. This white snake appearing to be docile and helpful, has ulterior motives, and his self-interest trumps your interest.
This person who gained your trust by sinking his claws around your life does not have your best interests at heart and seeks to see you fail. At this point, it is essential to heed your family and trusted friends’ warnings; they represent the black snake.
Even though their words and actions may not please you then, it is your heart and being they wish to protect
7. Innermost Thoughts of a person –
Dreaming of a white and black pair of these scaly reptiles would also point toward our thoughts and minds.
The darker reptile is the unconscious mind filled with suppressed desires, emotions, and feelings. The lighter reptile is a paragon of the conscious mind, where we strive to align our values and thoughts with that of the world for fear of being excluded from society.
These unconscious thoughts, which are often bottled up, do not come to light because they would result in shaming by society if they did.
However, these thoughts sometimes surface, especially when a ‘slip of the tongue overburdens the mind.’ (Freudian slip, as some psychologists would call it).
Conclusion:
Dreaming about a snake usually indicates that you must pay attention to something important that you perhaps have avoided or have escaped your awareness until now.
Snakes can often reflect a situation that is currently ongoing. Dreaming of a snake, whether white or black, opens our eyes to the situations we were previously blind to.
It wants to tell us that it is time to face reality and stop dilly-dallying in our candy-filled imaginary worlds. These dreams remind us that we must appreciate the good in our lives and strive to become better versions of ourselves.
We can rectify this wrong source and improve ourselves and our lives by cautioning us about the bad in our lives.
