Background

Symbol: Knife

Source: Tafsir al-Ahlam al-Kabir (Ibn Sirin)

A knife in a dream is a useful servant, a male child, or a proof and argument. Whoever is given a knife will be blessed with a baby boy or his argument will be strengthened. Slaughtering with a knife indicates injustice and undutifulness (to parents). Sharpening a knife indicates preparing for a matter involving dispute.

Source: Ta'tir al-Anam fi Ta'bir al-Manam (Al-Nabulsi)

A knife indicates love and affection if it is in the dreamer's hand and he does not use it. Whoever sees a butcher's knife in his hand will gain authority and power. Whoever injures himself with a knife will fall into a matter that amazes people.

Source: Al-Isharat fi Ilm al-Ibarat (Ibn Shahin)

A knife is interpreted as a son, a brother, or a friend. Holding it indicates strength and victory. Whoever sees himself swallowing a knife is relying on his son's wealth.