Islamic Interpretation
In a dream, holding a thread in one’s hand signifies a search for evidence, justification, or an alibi in order to strengthen one’s argument, defend oneself, or prevail in a dispute or legal matter. It reflects an attempt to connect facts and secure proof to support one’s position. Twisting a thread, or fastening it around another person’s neck and dragging him or her in a dream, symbolizes the actions of a pimp who actively solicits customers on behalf of a prostitute. It indicates manipulation, exploitation, and leading others into immoral or disgraceful conduct. Seeing knots tied in a thread represents sorcery, witchcraft, or the presence of evil spells, indicating deception, hidden harm, or malicious intentions that bind or restrict others. A white thread in a dream signifies the break of dawn, clarity, guidance, and the emergence of truth, while a black thread represents the night, darkness, concealment, and obscurity. (Also see Ball of thread, Pimp, Rope, Spool)