In the Bible, camels are multifaceted symbols. They are associated with wealth and divine providence, as seen in Genesis 24, where Abraham's servant uses camels on his quest to find a wife for Isaac—a journey marked by God's guidance and blessing. Camels also appear in Jesus' teachings, notably in Matthew 19:24, where the image of a camel passing through the eye of a needle serves as a powerful metaphor for the spiritual difficulty of detaching from material riches. Thus, dreaming of a camel in a biblical context may reflect a call to trust in God's provision, embrace humility, and persevere through spiritual or material challenges.

Although camels are not prominent in Buddhist iconography, their qualities resonate with Buddhist virtues such as patience (kṣānti) and forbearance. The camel's survival in harsh environments mirrors the Buddhist ideal of enduring suffering and practicing non-attachment. Dreaming of a camel may reflect progress on the spiritual path, emphasizing perseverance, moderation, and mindful acceptance of life's difficulties.

Culturally, camels are central to societies in North Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia, symbolizing survival, adaptability, and the ability to traverse vast, inhospitable landscapes. They are linked to trade, migration, and communal life, as seen in the iconic image of the caravan. Dreaming of a camel may evoke themes of exploration, migration, and the importance of community support in overcoming adversity.

In Hindu symbolism, camels are sometimes associated with renunciation and the ability to thrive with minimal resources, akin to the ascetic's path. Their endurance is likened to the spiritual aspirant's journey through samsara (the cycle of worldly existence), relying on inner strength and discipline. In regional folklore, camels may also symbolize the balance between carrying life's burdens and progressing on the spiritual path.

In Islamic tradition, camels are revered for their patience, endurance, and significance in sacred history. The Qur’an (88:17) invites reflection on the camel as a marvel of God's creation, highlighting its resilience and adaptability. The Prophet Muhammad's reliance on camels during the Hijrah underscores their role in journeys of faith and survival. Islamic dream interpretation, as noted by scholars like Ibn Sirin, sees camels as symbols of enduring hardship, carrying burdens, and sometimes representing the soul's journey or pilgrimage (Hajj). Dreaming of a camel may thus urge patience, steadfastness, and trust in Allah's timing.

Psychologically, the camel in dreams is a potent symbol of resilience and adaptability. It may represent the dreamer's capacity to withstand emotional droughts, carry heavy burdens, or survive challenging circumstances. Drawing on Jungian archetypes, the camel can be seen as an image of the Self's ability to endure and conserve resources, suggesting untapped inner strength and the importance of pacing oneself during difficult periods.

Spiritually, the camel is a guide through the deserts of the soul, symbolizing the inner journey toward wisdom and enlightenment. Its ability to survive in harsh conditions makes it a metaphor for spiritual endurance and detachment from material excess. Dreaming of a camel may signal a period of spiritual testing, a reminder to trust inner resources, and an invitation to seek nourishment for the soul during times of scarcity.