The toilet or bathroom is not a place we like to think about very often, even though we visit it every day. Still, even if we have a fleeting thought about a bathroom, we often imagine a clean one. Therefore, dreaming about a dirty bathroom is sure to get us perplexed.
The biblical meaning of dirty bathrooms in dreams could represent feelings of shame and guilt, feeling overwhelmed and stressed out, the need for cleansing, neglecting self-care, and unsettled hostility.
In this article, we will explore these ideas in detail. I hope that by the time you’re done reading through this write-up, you’ll have been able to identify exactly what your dream means, how it applies to you, and, best of all, how to use its meaning to turn your life around for the better.
Uncleanness and Shame
You must’ve often heard the expression “Cleanliness is next to godliness.” Although not in itself a direct quote from any scripture, there’s no arguing that cleanliness is good for hygiene; therefore, dirty toilet dreams are not a sign of godliness or hygiene.
On the contrary, dreaming about a dirty bathroom could be a sign that you’re still struggling with a lot of uncleanliness, shame, and guilt.
Consider this scripture:
3. Now Joshua was clothed in filthy garments and stood before the angel.
4. And he answered and spoke to those who stood before him, saying, “Take away the filthy garments from him.” And unto him he said, “Behold, I have caused thine iniquity to pass from you, and I will clothe you with a change of raiment.”
Zechariah 3: 3-4
In this passage, the prophet Zechariah saw Joshua, the high priest of his day, in a vision, and in that vision, Joshua was dressed in a filthy garment, and because of that, he was ashamed and could not speak before God. But as soon as God changed his garments, he was made righteous again.
Consequently, it becomes obvious that dreaming about a dirty bathroom is a sign that you have a lot of clogged-up shame, guilt, and uncleanliness that need immediate attention.
Sin
Closely related to the first one is the issue of sin. Dreaming of a dirty bathroom could be God’s way of trying to catch your attention and make you aware of and repentant of your sin.
“Come now, and let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool.”
Isaiah 1:18
Therefore, it is safe to say that seeing yourself in a dirty bathroom is a sign that you need to quit any sinful acts and focus on God. The consequences of persisting in that evil even after this warning may be dire, including delays, stagnation, and other unfriendly circumstances.
Stress and Feelings of Being Overwhelmed
A dirty toilet dream could indicate that you are stressed and overwhelmed. The filth, grime, and clutter could signify all the garbage that’s slowing you down and making you feel tired.
Considering how difficult life can get sometimes, everyone is expected to get stressed and burnt out. When these issues and pent-up stresses become so overwhelming, they seep into our dream world as God’s way of trying to get us to realize that we’re doing ourselves more harm than good.
Conditions that can lead to stress include a harsh work environment, constant and negative criticism, relationship and marital issues, financial issues, responsibilities, and so many more.
But you need to remember that you don’t have to carry this load by yourself. Jesus says to us: “Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28)
Therefore, you need to evaluate your dream and know exactly in what direction it’s pointing you and what to do about it.
Insecurity
A sad truth is that many people struggle with feelings of insecurity, rejection, and unresolved issues. These feelings, when left unattended, snowball into giant ones that can potentially cause severe problems.
Dreaming about dirty bathrooms and toilets can be a way that God is using to communicate with you about the excess baggage of insecurities, fears, doubts, and concerns you’re having.
Insecurity is often the result of broken trust and past relationships (whether business or personal relationships). Consequently, they can impair your productivity at work and your relationships with other people.
Unsettled Anger
Anger is one of the most powerful and destructive emotion. In the Bible, we see many times when people reacted based on anger, and oftentimes, their reactions brought about negative effects, which is why Solomon warns:
“Be not hasty in thy spirit to be angry; for anger rests in the bosom of fools.” Ecclesiastes 7:9 (KJV)
Again, Paul tells us to forgive our brother quickly and don’t let the sun go down on our anger:
“Be ye angry, and sin not; let not the sun go down upon your wrath.” Ephesians 4:26 (KJV)
When we nurse anger in our minds for too long, one way it can manifest is through dreams of a dirty bathroom. In other words, if there’s someone against whom you’re holding a grudge, you may have those feelings of anger spill over into your dreams in ways you will not like, i.e., a dirty bathroom.
This is no surprise, as a dirty bathroom indicates filth and grime that needs cleaning. Therefore, you need to come clean, tell yourself the truth, and let go of the hurt and pain.
More often than not, the person against whom you’re holding a grudge may not even know you’re doing so (or may not even care). Hence, you’ll only be doing yourself more harm than good by holding onto that grudge.
So, a word of wisdom is to forgo the anger and get your metaphorical bathroom cleaned up!
Need for Change
Finally, one last possibility is that you need a change. A dirty bathroom dream is an indication that your life is a mess at the moment. Perhaps there are some deep-seated issues that you’re currently struggling with including unresolved emotional scars, identity crises, and more. Consequently, this dream may be God’s own way of telling you that you need to change your life and get your act together.
Therefore, you need to come to a place where you can forego, forget, and move your life forward. Understandably, it is often difficult to recover from a difficult situation like a devastating breakup, betrayal, or loss. But you need to remember that God is in control of everything, and you have to trust him to get you through the process.
Other Aspects of Dirty Bathrooms
Toilet Overflowing With Poop
If, in your dream, the toilet is overflowing with poop and is just really nasty, it could mean that you’re struggling with unexpressed emotions or feelings. Simply put, you’re bursting with lots of baggage inside, and it’s clogging up your mind.
Perhaps someone has offended you and you need to talk to them about it, but you haven’t found the time or courage to do so. If you don’t sort that out, you’ll find yourself having these kinds of dreams.
I remember when I went through a really difficult breakup. I needed to talk to the lady and express myself one last time. I knew that if I didn’t, I would only have baggage stored up inside. In like manner, if the toilet is especially bad, you may have a lot of pent-up feelings you need to express—it could be in any area of your life. So you must do that to get rid of the clutter inside.
Toilet Overflowing With Urine
If one dreams that the toilet is filled with pee, it may be a sign that he is struggling to control himself (or herself) or is being overly emotional.
Normally, flowing water in a dream is typically an indication of emotional or psychological release. Thus, if a toilet is particularly overflowing with urine, it could indicate that you need to figure out what’s making you so stressed and give yourself the release that you deserve.
Dream About a Dirty Toilet Refusing to Flush
If in your dreams the toilet is refusing to flush, then it could indicate that you are intentionally holding yourself back. Apparently, some problems are self-imposed, and sometimes, subconsciously, we refuse to let go of that problem.
The best thing to do is to address the problem at its root; more often than not, that will bring the solution we seek.
Biblical Meaning Of Toilet in Dreams
A toilet in a dream can represent the need for cleansing, purification, or letting go of emotional or spiritual waste. It can signify a desire for repentance, release from guilt, or the need for spiritual renewal. Dreams about toilets can also symbolize the need for transformation or a fresh start in some aspect of your life.
From a biblical perspective, the act of using a toilet can be associated with the concept of repentance and the cleansing of sin. Just as the physical act of using a toilet removes waste from our bodies, dreaming about a toilet can suggest the need to cleanse oneself spiritually and rid oneself of sinful or negative behaviors.
Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me
Psalm 51:10
Additionally, the biblical meaning of a toilet in dreams can reflect humility’s importance and acknowledging our human weaknesses. It reminds us that we are imperfect and in need of God’s grace and forgiveness.
Praying for guidance and seeking wisdom from trusted spiritual authorities or mentors is advisable when trying to understand the specific meaning of a dream involving a toilet in a biblical context.
Final Thoughts
Everyone uses the toilet, and it gets dirty pretty easily. When you have a dream about a dirty bathroom, the meaning could vary based on the circumstances surrounding you and what God is trying to communicate to you at the time.
It could range from actual, literal meanings, like you actually need to clean up your toilet, to symbolic ones like the ones we’ve discussed in this article.
Whatever the case, it’s important to resolve the issues that are causing these dreams in the first place and face them head-on. Handle your insecurities, shame, guilt, sin, and every other thing holding you back and watch your life turn around once again.