Dreams of rebellion reflect a desire to assert your individuality and face the anarchy within yourself as you resist your own controlling behavior. You are undergoing great change and transformation, as you are grappling with your own conflicting needs.
A Dictionary of Dream Symbols
by Eric Ackroyd
An instance of rebellion in a dream will probably mean there are repressed parts of you that are threatening to take control if you go on disregarding them. (On repression)
The Complete Dream Book
by Gillian Holloway
If you dream of rebelling against a government or conditions that you believe should be improved, you are in danger of being accused of falseness to a friend.
About These Interpretations
This page presents 3 different perspectives on this dream symbol from various expert sources. Each interpretation considers context, emotion, and personal meaning rather than providing fixed definitions.