Why Do Humans Dream? A Shared Scientific and Spiritual Interpretation
Why Do Humans Dream? A Shared Scientific and Spiritual Interpretation
Every night, as the body rests, the mind embarks on a journey beyond logic and time. We fly without wings, meet those we’ve lost, and live scenes that exist only in imagination. But why do we dream? Is it merely brain activity—or messages from the soul?
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According to an article in Science News Today, neuroscientists believe dreams occur during the deep sleep phase known as REM, when the brain remains active while the body is still. During this phase, the mind engages in memory consolidation, emotional processing, and problem-solving through vivid mental imagery.
Studies suggest that dreams help reinforce information, regulate emotions, and simulate potential threats— offering psychological preparation for real-life situations.
Spiritual Interpretation: Messages from Within
From a contemplative perspective, dreams are seen as a window into the subconscious, and by some, as messages from the soul or signals from deeper layers of awareness. In ancient cultures, dreams were interpreted as prophetic visions or connections to unseen realms.
Even today, reflective psychologists view dreams as revealing inner symbols that mirror our conflicts, desires, and fears— offering a chance to understand the self through the images and meanings that arise during sleep.
Between Science and Spirit: Harmony, Not Contradiction
There is no contradiction between the scientific and spiritual views. Dreams can be seen as a biological phenomenon infused with symbolic depth. While the brain organizes information, the soul reshapes it into images that carry meaning and reflection.
✦ Conclusion:
Dreams are not mere fleeting fantasies. They are mirrors reflecting the interplay between mind and soul. Understanding them offers deeper insight into ourselves— and into how we live both reality and non-reality at once.
Written and Contemplated by: Jassim Al-Saffar
Digital Signature: Ja16im
A contemplative artist and philosophical author exploring the symbolism of perception and meaning through digital art, bilingual books, and reflective scientific essays.
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