Purple Butterfly Dream Meaning

Dreams of a purple butterfly is a great omen signifying happiness, delight, prosperity and wealth.

I have been e-mailed many times about the symbol of a purple butterfly so I thought I would give you a summary. Butterflies can be associated with metamorphosis - the transformation stages in life. For example, one day you are a boring caterpillar, then you retreat (cocoon phase) to eventually become a beautiful butterfly. We all wish to move forward with the wings in life. To fly over our problems and obstacles. The evolution phase of this dream is connected to the color purple.

Seeing the purple butterfly flying through the sky during a dream is associated with gain. Turning to ancient folklore the color of purple signifies riches and that prosperity will soon be yours. The most common experience during our sleep is meaningful communication with our own inner thoughts.

Butterflies belong to the macrolepidopteran species and have a lifespan of 12 months. Did you know that the wings of the butterflies are transparent? This is important because it indicates that through transparent endeavors you will prosper. Adult butterflies are known to live on an all-liquid diet, which is sweet nectar from plants, spiritually this can imply that you might find a sweet project going forward. I will try to answer what purple butterflies mean in your dream. 

If we look at the butterfly in its pure form the butterfly comes from its chrysalis, it assembles its proboscis.  Purple butterflies drink from mud puddles that are full of salts and minerals. This is what is referred to as a pudding and it is more common in males than female butterflies. 

When cold, it is impossible for purple butterflies to fly as they are not in a position to regulate their own temperature.  It it’s simple form a butterfly emerges from the chrysalis, its wings are normally collapsed and thus, very impossible to fly. The wings are normally very tiny and the butterfly has to pump it up using its body fluid through the veins in the wings. Once the wings are full size, it rests for some time in order to allow its body to dry before it can take off on its maiden flight. Think of this transition as you embarking on a new phase in life.

What do butterflies mean in general?

Dreams about butterflies, in general, could be a representation of your having detached feelings or lack of nurturing during your waking life. Butterflies are normally symbolic of transformation and the way its metamorphosis from a caterpillar to a butterfly leaves a lot to be admired. 

Butterfly symbolism through history

Most cultures have connected butterflies with transformation. But there are other meanings that are uncommon which could represent the passage of time from the time the butterfly is in the cocoon to a full-grown butterfly. It is a representation of the various stages in life, and it affects you directly.

Purple butterflies in symbolism

Butterflies also represent elegance and grace and that is why some cultures the butterfly is connected it to the divine. Because of its almost perfect appearance makes them resemble mother nature with its playful nature, representing a childlike behavior, thus, a connection to the lightness of existence and youthfulness. 

In some cultures, it is a representation of celebration and lightness.  Butterflies are said to bring joy and happiness to your life and thus, after this dream you should know that it will be difficult for negativity to come into your life.  Butterflies can be seen as being fragile and weak, connected to one’s lightness. When having this dream, one must recognize they are extremely vulnerable. The purple butterfly teachers to let us with the knowledge on how to overcome our fears and begin new lives by coming out of the cocoon and flying away. According to its life cycle, you will be able to notice a lot of breakthroughs in day to day living. 

What is the symbolism of butterflies?

Most of the cultures in ancient days used a butterfly to symbolize eternal life and resurrection. This was due to their ability to transform thus, connected to eternal life, after being enclosed in the cocoon. They are a representation of ones souls and if you observe ancient graves, you will find a symbol of a butterfly denoting freedom. 

Butterfly symbolism in dreams

A butterfly is symbolic of change. Remember, they undergo a complete change from a caterpillar to a butterfly during chrysalis, and thus, a representation of a changing phase. So, if you are in a difficult situation in your life, it could be represented by a butterfly coming out of its cocoon and flying away. You will likely feel a sense of release and after such a dream, like the butterfly flies freely after the chrysalis. The changes in your life are going to come slow, but at the end of the day, they are going to definitely come. 

What does it imply to dream about a butterfly together with a caterpillar? 

The butterfly together with the caterpillar represents a finished changing your life without having to encounter emotional upheaval or hurt. The change was painless and it has left you feeling happy and empowered in yourself. 

What does it imply to kill a purple butterfly in your dream?

When you have a dream where you kill a purple butterfly, it denotes that you may wish to focus on what is important to you going forward rather than what others think!

What does it imply to have a dream about a black/purple butterfly?

When you see colored butterflies in your dream, each color means something different. A white butterfly denotes a difficult time and health issues - which could occur in the coming days unexpectedly. If you dream about black and purple butterfly then it is a sign of overcoming problems.

What does it denote to dream about several purple butterflies?

When you dream about several butterflies, it could imply inspiration, freedom, growth, and acceptance in some parts of your life.  Alternatively, the dream also means that, in the coming days, you are going to receive some good news. 

What does it mean to dream about a purple butterfly flying in the sky?

When you have a dream where you see a butterfly flying in the sky, then it means that you have some situations in your life which you are finding HARD to change. Alternatively, the dream could be a sign of abundance after a difficult patch in life. 

What does it denote to dream about a dead purple butterfly?

When you have a dream about a dead butterfly, it is a sign that, you are thinking about some of your unfulfilled dreams.

What does it imply to dream about a swarm of purple butterflies?

Dreaming about a swarm of butterflies could mean that, you are going to receive some positive news from someone close to you but lives far away from you. 

What does it mean to dream about a caterpillar transforming into a purple butterfly?

To dream of seeing a caterpillar transforming into a butterfly indicates that you are going to encounter some spiritual changes, which will bring a lot of happiness and joy into your life. 

What does it denote to dream about two purple butterflies?

A dream about two butterflies could imply that you are having happiness in marriage or a happy romance. It could also indicate that you are going to commit in the form of an engagement. You could be having plans to live together with someone else.  The dream could be a confirmation that you are ready to spend time focusing on your goals.