Prayer TimesFrom a Shariah perspective, interpreting dreams is permitted [1]. This is because the Prophet (ﷺ) himself interpreted dreams and allowed some of his companions to do so as well.
In a narration from Ibn Abbas: "A man came to the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) and told him about a dream he had seen. Then Abu Bakr asked for permission to interpret it. The Prophet (ﷺ) gave him permission. After interpreting, Abu Bakr asked, 'Did I interpret it correctly or did I make a mistake?' The Prophet (ﷺ) replied, 'You got some of it right and some of it wrong.'" [2].
Imam Malik said: "Only someone who is skilled at interpreting dreams should do so. If the dream has a good meaning, let him say it. If it has a bad meaning, he should still say something good or remain silent." [3].
Therefore, dream interpretation is not haram. However, it is best if only those who are knowledgeable and skilled in this area interpret dreams.
Department of Shariah and Fatwa, Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kazakhstan
[1] https://www.dar-alifta.org/ar/fatawa/17486/%D8%AD%D9%83%D9%85-
[2] Bukhari, No. 7046. Muslim, No. 2269.
[3] Ibn Abd al-Barr, "at-Tamhid lima fi al-Muwatta min al-ma'ani wa al-asaneed", 1/288.
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