Islamic Interpretation
In a dream, sand symbolizes wealth. Holding a small quantity of sand denotes engaging in a trade. Carrying a burdensome load of sand signifies suffering due to one's transgressions. Ingesting or collecting sand represents amassing savings. Treading upon sand indicates pursuing a spiritual or worldly aim, or it may denote a sorrowful occurrence, a conflict, or acting unjustly toward oneself or others. The amount of sand gathered can indicate fetters, a blockade, existence or demise, need or plenty, esteem or disgrace. Sand also signifies exertion or hardship. If a woman dreams of walking on sand, it foretells her husband's passing. If a man has this vision, it portends his wife's death. Red sand denotes an eminent rank. White sand signifies gain for diviners. Yellow sand indicates penitence, recovery from sickness, or constrained sustenance. A mound of sand at a tree's base represents a building endeavor or city growth.