In biblical symbolism, a house frequently embodies one's spiritual life, family lineage, or covenant with God. For instance, the phrase 'house of Israel' refers to the people of Israel as a spiritual family. The parable of the wise and foolish builders (Matthew 7:24-27) illustrates that a house built on rock—God's teachings—stands firm, while one on sand—worldly values—collapses. Dreaming of a house in disrepair may signal spiritual neglect or a faltering relationship with God, while discovering new rooms can represent divine revelation, spiritual growth, or the uncovering of God-given gifts.

In Buddhism, the house is a metaphor for the mind and the attachments that bind one to samsara (the cycle of rebirth and suffering). The Buddha's teachings often use the act of leaving the house to symbolize renunciation and the quest for enlightenment. A house in disrepair may reflect suffering caused by clinging or attachment, while discovering new rooms can signify insight into the mind's true nature or progress on the path to awakening. An invaded house could represent the intrusion of defilements, distractions, or unwholesome mental states.

Across cultures, the house is a universal symbol of safety, identity, and belonging. Dreaming of one's house often reflects concerns about security, family, or personal identity. Exploring new rooms may relate to personal growth, the discovery of hidden talents, or new opportunities. A house in disrepair can mirror anxieties about stability or self-worth, while an invasion may symbolize threats to privacy, autonomy, or the integrity of one's personal life.

In Hindu dream interpretation, a house typically represents the body (deha) or the self (atman). Different rooms may symbolize chakras, aspects of karma, or stages of spiritual evolution. Discovering new rooms can indicate the awakening of dormant energies or spiritual growth. A house in disrepair may suggest imbalance, neglect of dharma, or unresolved karmic issues, while moving into a new house may reflect a new phase in one's spiritual journey or the attainment of higher consciousness.

In Islamic dream interpretation, a house often stands for the dreamer's inner self, family, or spiritual state. According to Ibn Sirin, entering one's own house in a dream suggests safety, privacy, and protection, while seeing a new house can indicate blessings, prosperity, or a new phase in life. A dilapidated house may reflect spiritual or moral decline, and discovering hidden rooms can symbolize the unveiling of secrets or new dimensions of the self. An invaded house may warn of spiritual vulnerability, external threats, or the need to strengthen faith and boundaries.

From a psychological perspective, especially in Jungian analysis, the house represents the self or psyche. Each room corresponds to different aspects of the unconscious: attics may symbolize higher thought or memories, basements the subconscious or repressed material. Exploring unfamiliar rooms suggests self-discovery, integration of shadow aspects, or personal growth. A house in disrepair may indicate emotional instability, unresolved trauma, or neglect of one's inner life, while moving into a new house can reflect significant personal transformation or transition.

Spiritually, the house is often seen as the vessel of the soul or the inner temple. Many traditions regard the house as a sacred space, its condition reflecting inner harmony or discord. Discovering new rooms can symbolize spiritual awakening, expansion of consciousness, or the realization of latent potential. A house in disrepair may indicate spiritual neglect or imbalance, while an invasion can signify the need to protect one's spiritual boundaries and maintain inner sanctity.