Islamic Interpretation
(Mammal) In a dream, a bear stands for a person afflicted with disability, someone treacherous, deceptive, or prone to betrayal. It may also denote a coarse, uninhibited woman who indulges in merriment and various amusements. Seeing a bear can mean being captured or imprisoned, or point to a foolish foe, a robber, an effeminate man, or a cunning trickster. Riding a bear implies taking charge of an unpleasant enterprise if one is capable of doing so; otherwise, it warns of fear and hardship followed by eventual escape. A bear can likewise indicate travel, returning from a journey, or represent a prostitute. If a person has access to such a woman, he must be cautious and avoid falling into sin.