I dreamt that I was in a church, seemingly attending a funeral. Before the funeral began, Buddhist scriptures were being chanted. Later, it transitioned into singing "Amazing Grace."
Beside me was a senior sister. Because I had joined in singing along during the Buddhist chanting, she looked at me, probably thinking I was Buddhist and shouldn't be singing hymns. Nevertheless, I continued singing because I felt it was my way of sending blessings to the departed, seeing it all as symbols of blessings.
I held the lyrics of "Amazing Grace" in my hand and sang loudly. The senior sister probably noticed how loudly I was singing, so she eventually joined in. However, the lyrics I had were in Chinese while everyone else sang in English, so I struggled a bit with the words.
Afterward, I was sitting in a car. My husband was driving, our daughter in the front seat, and I in the back.
My husband started telling jokes and suggested we roll down the windows to feel like we were driving on a mountain road and breathe fresh air.
I cautioned not to roll down the windows too much because we might encounter animals or birds in the mountains. My husband then started telling a bird joke.
He said there was a person riding a bicycle in the mountains, and as he rode, he spread his arms, wanting to enjoy nature's baptism while cycling. Just as he was feeling carefree, bird droppings suddenly fell from the sky and hit him on the head.
I remarked, "See! That's exactly what I mean. In nature, you might encounter incidents like bird droppings."
夢見我在一個教堂裡，好像是去參加葬禮。葬禮前面是唱誦佛經，後來就變成唱「奇異恩典」。
我旁邊有師姐。因為剛剛前面唱誦佛經時，我跟著唱。後來音樂變成「奇異恩典」，我也繼續跟著唱。
師姐看著我，大概想說我是佛教徒，不應該跟著唱聖歌。反正我就繼續唱，因為我的想法是給逝者我的祝福，我覺得這些都是代表祝福。
我手上拿著「奇異恩典」的歌詞單，唱得很大聲。師姐大概因為看我唱得這麼大聲，後來她也跟著唱。只是歌詞單上寫的是中文歌詞，現場大家都在唱英文。我對不太起來歌詞，所以唱得斷斷續續。
離開後，我坐在一輛車子裡。老公開車，女兒坐在前座，我坐在後面。
老公講起笑話，他叫我們把車窗搖下來，這樣子像是開在山裡面的道路，我們可以呼吸新鮮空氣。
我跟他們說窗不要搖太大，在山裡可能會有動物或野鳥飛進來。老公說他來講一個鳥的笑話給我們聽。
他說有個人在山裡騎自行車，騎著騎著那個人就張開雙臂，想說一邊騎、一邊享受大自然的洗禮。當他正覺得逍遙自在的時候，突然鳥屎就從空中掉下來，打在那個人的頭上。
我說：「你看吧！我就是這個意思。在大自然，你就可能遇到這種鳥屎的事。」
Alternative Ending 1: As the car continued its journey through the winding mountain roads, the atmosphere inside shifted to one of quiet introspection. The family soaked in the serene beauty outside, the lush greenery and occasional glimpses of wildlife adding a sense of wonder to their journey. Each member quietly reflected on the day's events, finding solace in the peacefulness of the natural surroundings.
Alternative Ending 2: Just as they rolled down the windows, a gentle breeze filled the car, carrying the scent of pine and wildflowers. Laughter filled the car as they shared stories and memories, creating a warm atmosphere of familial love and camaraderie. The mountains seemed to embrace them with their majesty, offering a sense of reassurance and connection.
Alternative Ending 3: As they drove deeper into the mountains, the sky began to darken with the onset of evening. Stars started to twinkle overhead, and the moon cast a soft glow on the road ahead. They fell into a comfortable silence, each lost in their own thoughts but feeling a deep sense of unity and contentment in each other's company.
Alternative Ending 4: Suddenly, a deer leaped gracefully across the road, its eyes reflecting the headlights briefly before disappearing into the darkness. The family gasped in awe at the sight, marveling at the beauty and grace of the encounter. It served as a reminder of the unpredictability of life and the need to cherish fleeting moments of natural beauty.
Each ending provides a different emotional tone and perspective, ranging from peaceful reflection to moments of awe and surprise in the midst of nature.
Dream interpretation can vary widely based on personal experiences and emotions tied to the dream. Here are a few possible interpretations of the dream:
Symbolism of the Church and Funeral:
The church and funeral setting could symbolize introspection or contemplation of mortality and spirituality. It might suggest a period of reflection or closure in your waking life, possibly related to endings or transitions.
Dual Religious Imagery:
The combination of Buddhist chanting and Christian hymns like "Amazing Grace" may reflect a blending or conflict of different beliefs or spiritual influences in your life. It could signify a search for meaning or a need to reconcile different aspects of your identity or beliefs.
Interaction with Others (like the schoolmate):
Your interaction with the schoolmate, where she initially disapproves but later joins in, might symbolize inner conflicts or judgments you perceive from others regarding your beliefs or actions. It could also signify the importance of staying true to yourself despite external opinions.
Driving and Family Dynamics:
Being in the car with your husband and daughter, with your husband telling jokes and you cautioning about potential dangers, might reflect concerns about safety, responsibility, or the balance between enjoying life's moments and being cautious.
Nature and Unexpected Events:
The bird droppings joke and your comment about nature's unpredictability could symbolize unexpected challenges or disruptions in life, reminding you to be prepared for the unexpected.
Overall, the dream seems to touch upon themes of spirituality, identity, family dynamics, and the balance between spontaneity and caution in life. Reflecting on how these themes resonate with your current life circumstances and emotions might provide deeper insights into the meaning of the dream for you.