Dreaming of Crows: Discover the Spiritual Meaning and Interpretation

Juvenile blue-eyed American Crow perched
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Written by Alanna Davis

Updated: November 18, 2023

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Dreaming of Crows: Discover the Spiritual Meaning and Interpretation

Crows are powerful messengers who represent a multitude of spiritual phenomena.

These birds are commanding symbols, and when we see them appear, it’s important to take a moment to pause and reflect on why this might be.

Those who have been visited by crows in their dreams would do well to take heed of this message. Depending on the context of your dream, the specific interpretation meant for you will vary slightly.

Today, we’ll explore the most common reasons why crows appear in our dreams and help you determine which message is being sent to you.

A Visit from a Lost Loved One

A Murder of Crows

Crows are considered one of the most intelligent animals in the world.

It’s no secret that many people view crows as messengers between the heavens and Earth. This belief started centuries ago and has roots in several ancient cultures, such as Welsh and Celtic spiritual practices. These birds are believed to exist at the precipice of these two planes. Because of this, they are able to deliver messages from the other side.

If you’ve seen a crow in your dreams lately, there is a chance that a lost loved one is trying to contact you. This is especially true if you’ve recently lost someone close to you or are in a period of mourning. Although this isn’t always the case, this is the most common interpretation of crows appearing in your dreams.

For those of you who haven’t lost a loved one, this could be a spirit guide or guardian angel showing you that they’re looking out for you.

Good Luck is Coming

A carrion crow perched on a branch.

Crows are omnivores. The diet of these birds consists of seeds, fruit, small rodents, insects, and berries.

Crows represent many positive qualities such as intelligence, bravery, quick wit, and good fortune.

Although some people associate these birds with bad omens, Native American culture believes that seeing a crow is considered good luck. Although they may be seen as negative in some cultures, this antiquated mindset is slowly fading. If you’ve been dreaming about crows, this could be a sign that better days are coming.

For those of you who have been feeling unsure after starting a new project or taking a different position at work, seeing crows is a way of your spirit guides telling you to be confident. You’re on the right path and your hard work and planning will likely pay off soon.

Release Stress and Anxiety

Juvenile blue-eyed American Crow perched

Crows live up to eight years in the wild on average. However, they can reach 30 years old in captivity.

There is no shortage of positive interpretations for crow sightings. However, there is also the potential that you may be holding in negative emotions. Crows often symbolize our “darker side.” It is perfectly natural for humans to struggle with feelings of envy, greed, anger, and sorrow.

However, it is important to address this negativity within ourselves in order to transmute it and move on. If you’ve been grappling with feelings of anxiety or depression recently and have begun seeing crows in your dreams, it’s a sign to reach out and get help for these issues. Left unaddressed, they may begin to fester and become worse.

Change is Coming

American crow

Crows are social animals, and their relationships are usually monogamous.

Dreaming of crows may be a warning from your spirit guides that a big change will be taking place in your life soon. It’s hard to say for certain if the change will be positive or negative, as crows possess a dual nature and either option is possible. In order to gain a better insight, you may want to take stock of your life in the present moment.

If you’ve been feeling stuck or lost, this could be a sign to make a change before things get worse. However, if you’ve been working hard towards a goal, this could mean that it will come to fruition in the near future. Change is inevitable, and it’s often that we don’t get a heads-up before it takes place. If you’ve been seeing crows in your dreams, it’s best to prepare for a period of rapid transformation.

Final Thoughts

Dreaming of crows allows you to look inward to determine why a certain message is being sent to you. As humans, we often don’t take time to slow down and do self-reflection. A visit from a crow is a striking event, and many people agree that their energy is powerful. If you’ve been ignoring other warning signs, this is a clear-as-day way for your spirit guides or lost loved ones to communicate with you. Don’t let their call go unheard!


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Alanna is a writer at A-Z Animals primarily covering insects, animals, and travel. In addition to writing, she spends her time tutoring English and exploring the east end of Long Island. Prior to receiving her Bachelor's in Economics from Stony Brook University, Alanna spent much of her time studying entomology and insect biology.

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