nt Without Wings and Descent Without Feet.. A Reading of the "Machine of Destiny" 1. Introduction: The Capsule of Rapid Transformations In the world of dreams, the elevator represents a dramatic evolution of the "Ladder" symbol. While a ladder requires muscular effort to climb (struggle), the elevator represents "Destiny" that raises or lowers you with little intervention on your part. Inside the elevator, you are "driven," not "driving"; confined in a small box, suspended between sky and earth by ropes you cannot see. Therefore, the elevator is one of the most powerful symbols expressing "Sudden Fluctuations" in life. Going up is a rapid rise (a leap), going down is humility or regression, falling is a disaster, and getting stuck is "Stagnation." In this encyclopedic article, we use the rules of Ibn Sirin (on ascent and high places), Al-Nabulsi (on facilitating means), and Ibn Shaheen (on machines and stairs), to understand: Does this metal box carry you to the peak of your ambition, or drop you to the bottom of your fears? 2. General Interpretation (Analogy Method - Qiyas) Since the elevator is a modern machine, its interpretation is built on "Lifting Function," "Confinement," and "Mechanics." Analogy to Ibn Sirin (Imam of Elevation): Ibn Sirin views "Ascent" in dreams as elevation in religion and the world. The easier the ascent, the easier the attainment of goals. The elevator here represents the "Facilitated Mean" to reach high ranks. The enclosed room (elevator cabin) symbolizes security for Ibn Sirin. Thus, a functional elevator is security and elevation; a dilapidated one is "danger in heights." Analogy to Al-Nabulsi (Philosopher of Ease): Al-Nabulsi focuses on "Means." The elevator is a means of comfort. Whoever sees it lifting them, God subjects to them those who help fulfill their needs without fatigue (a strong connection or luck). However, he warns against "Descent"; descending from a high place to a low one indicates a change from glory to humiliation, unless done with humility. Analogy to Ibn Shaheen (Scrutinizer of Machines): He looks at "Pulleys and Hoists." A machine lifting a human indicates a "Change of State" by a powerful entity (symbolized by the motor). A spacious elevator is better than a narrow one, as narrowness indicates "Tightness of Chest" (Anxiety) even with ascent. A stopped elevator is "Disruption of Means." 3. Positive Interpretation: Ascension to the Peak Rapid Ascent (Quantum Leap): Rising quickly and smoothly means a job promotion, financial leap (quick wealth), or academic success without much struggle. It is "Easy Provision." Reaching the Floor: Stopping at the desired floor and the door opening is the completion of a matter (marriage, job) successfully. Spacious/Luxury Elevator: Indicates wealth, luxury, and entering the circle of the elite. Glass/Mirrors indicate transparency in life. Ascending with a VIP: Riding with a manager or celebrity means benefiting from their status. 4. Negative Interpretation: Free Fall and Confinement Elevator Crash (The Disaster): A sudden plummet from one state to a worse one. Bankruptcy, dismissal, or sudden trauma. Breakdown (Stuck): Being stuck between floors means the dreamer is "Suspended." Neither on earth (reality) nor in the sky (dream). Delayed marriage or career stagnation. Going Down: Lowered morale, stepping down from a position, or failing to maintain social status. (Note: Exiting the building safely is finishing a task; going to the basement is worry). Dark/Narrow Elevator: Feeling suffocated by the current situation, or a grave (reminder of the afterlife), or financial distress. 5. Interpretation by Dreamer's State Single Woman: Ascent is destiny; approaching engagement to a man who raises her status. Stuck is delayed marriage. With a stranger is the future partner. Married Woman: Ascent is improved marital relations or husband's promotion. Descent is family trouble. Falling is a danger signal (divorce). Pregnant Woman: Ascent is easy labor (facilitated movement). Descent may indicate the baby dropping into the pelvis (birth approaching). Divorced Woman: Ascent is a new life and restoring social status. Stuck is inability to move past the divorce. Man: Employee: Promotion. Merchant: Stock rise. Falling: Debt/Crash. 6. Psychological Analysis (Freud & Jung) Freud (Sexual Anxiety): Rapid Ascent: Unbridled desire or euphoria. Falling: Fear of failure (Impotence) or loss of control over instincts. Shaking: Tension in intimate relationships. Jung (Individuation): The building is the "Psyche." Ascent: Moving to "Higher Consciousness." Descent: Diving into the "Unconscious" (Basement) to face the "Shadow." Stuck: Existential crisis (Stagnation). Claustrophobia: Reflects real-life feelings of being trapped in a job or relationship. 7. Complex Visions Glass Elevator: Rising while watching people become small: Fame/Status, but also exposure (lack of privacy). Exiting to Unknown: Beautiful place = Good ending. Desolate place = Consequence of hasty decisions. Flying Out of Building: Boundless ambition, but potentially fatal risk or death. Forgetting the Floor: Loss of purpose, career confusion. 8. Modern Interpretations Stock Market: The elevator is the "Graph" of finances. Skyscraper: The top floor is "Self-Actualization." Alarm Button: A cry for help from the subconscious due to burnout. 9. Actionable Advice Ascending: Be optimistic and work hard. Stuck: Pause in real life, review plans, don't make rash decisions. Falling: Give charity (Sadaqah) to ward off calamity, and audit finances. Phobia: You need space and freedom in your personal life. 10. Conclusion The elevator in dreams is the "Barometer of Ambition." It tells you: Are you rising easily? Are you stuck? Or falling? Analogy teaches us "Height is Glory," and Psychology warns of "Loss of Control." If your elevator rises, hold onto God's rope; if it descends, be humble.