The Element Encyclopedia
by Theresa Cheung
In mythology, a bay tree was thought to protect against witchcraft and it still carries the association of protection against something unwanted. Victors were crowned with laurel of bay leaves in ancient Rome, so if this tree was the focus of your dream could it reflect your longing for professional achievements in the real world, or was your unconscious warning you to keep someone or something at bay?
Dream Meanings of Versatile
by Versatile - Anonymous
Gives gender-specific: In dreams the mind frequently gives us images that clarify our attitude to ourselves and our everyday lives.
For a man, entering a bay or inlet touches on the ancient myth of jason and the argonauts and their search for something attainable only with difficulty.
For a woman, a bay or inlet suggests her secret and private self.
The Language of Dreams
by Patrica Telesco
(see Herbs)
Victory, recognition, and success. Bay crowns were used in Greece to honor kings, priests, poets, and heroes.
Unrequited love. Daphne was changed to a bay laurel tree to keep her safe from Apollo’s pursuit.
Averting emotional storms. Anciently this herb was considered a good amulet to protect the home against damage from thunder and lightning.
