Islamic Interpretation
In a dream, a vice-regent symbolizes a person sought after for his knowledge or for mastery in his profession, and he may also represent an appointed judge or justice of the peace. He can signify someone who inherits both good and bad traits, or whose private character differs from his public image. Seeing the vice-regent of the land in a dignified form, or seeing oneself in such a state, indicates well-being in worldly life and success in the Hereafter. Seeing him dressed in inappropriate clothing reflects the dreamer’s condition, or suggests weakness in religious commitment that may improve later in life. A vice-regent or caliph also represents one who upholds the laws of religion and follows the example of God’s Prophet, peace be upon him. What he wears in the dream reflects the dreamer’s spiritual state and the increase or decline of devotion. If someone who has been promised something sees the vice-regent or caliph, it means the promise will be fulfilled and aspirations realized. Seeing him may also indicate that people from other circles are backbiting the dreamer, speaking without consent, reporting him to authorities, or that scholars are discussing and mentioning his deeds. A vice-regent or caliph can further symbolize detachment, seclusion, honesty, voluntary service, enjoining good and forbidding evil, strengthening faith and certainty, repentance, avoidance of sins, imprisonment, illness, or travel. If one sees himself granted the position of vice-regent or caliph while being unfit for it, it means trials and temptations will afflict the land, though scholars and righteous people will be spared. It may also signify humiliation and that those under his authority will rise to dominate him.