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Most Catholics think that dream interpretation is best left alone.

They believe it belongs to the realm of New Age philosophy, superstition, or even the occult.

Others dismiss it as psycho-babble, a tangled web of subjective symbolism with no real spiritual value.

Perhaps you’ve heard these objections from others —or even held them yourself.

But what if I told you that dream interpretation has a profound and legitimate place within Catholic tradition?

In fact, dreams are woven into the very fabric of salvation history. From Joseph in Egypt to St. Joseph, the foster father of Jesus, God has used dreams as a means of guiding His people, revealing His will, and offering divine wisdom. The Bible is filled with instances where dreams play a pivotal role in God's plan, and the Church Fathers, saints, and mystics have written extensively on their spiritual significance for their contemporaries and for us.

So why do so many Catholics shy away from this practice today?

The problem is not that Catholic dream interpretation is forbidden or unimportant—it’s that it has become inaccessible.

The wisdom of the Church on this subject is scattered across Scripture, writings of the saints, and theological works that are often too dense, complex, and difficult to relate to modern life.

Unlike other areas of Catholic study, there is no organized resource, no Catholic compendium or concordance to help believers approach their dreams with faith and discernment not even in the Catechism.

That’s why I wrote this book.

I have taken these deep, time-honored traditions and made them practical, engaging, and accessible.

Here, you will find a faithful and well-structured approach to dream interpretation—one that aligns with Catholic teaching, avoids superstition, and helps you draw closer to Christ.

If you’ve ever wondered whether God might be speaking to you through your dreams, you are not alone. And if you’ve ever wished for a guide to help you understand your dreams in the light of faith, you have found it!

An Authentically Catholic Way to Interpret Your Dreams

That Actually Works

Five transformations emerge after reading this book...

1 You Will Be Your Own

Catholic Dream Interpreter

If you ever had a strange dream that you know means something more than an ordinary dream but you can't figure it out, The Lost Art of Catholic Dream Interpretation is the perfect, authentically Catholic tool to help you find meaning — without falling into superstition or the occult. While no one can promise that you will become the next Daniel or Joseph—because their ability to interpret dreams was a supernatural gift from God—you can develop the natural skills and prayerful practices used by saints and Church Fathers. The Lost Art of Catholic Dream Interpretation teaches you those natural skills, showing you how to read your dreams with faith, reason, and discernment.

2 You Will BeCOME A

Catholic Dream Wayfinder

With The Lost Art of Catholic Dream Interpretation , you be more than a pilgrim in a foreign land because you will have a map and a compass to guide you through the often-misunderstood world of dreams filled with hidden enemy traps. These pitfalls are so subtle that even spiritually mature Catholics can be led astray. But by rediscovering the treasure of this lost art, you will sharpen your discernment, avoid deception, and engage dream trials with confidence—conquering or prevailing—always in alignment with Catholic teaching.

3 You Will BE A

Dei Dream Believer

Dei is the Latin word for "God," and a Dei dream is one that carries His guidance, wisdom, or call.

The Lost Art of Catholic Dream Interpretation teaches you how to recognize which dreams come from God, discern their meaning, and respond—not just with a leap of faith, but with a leap of assurance—trusting with understanding. By looking inward at your dreams as the saints did, you will develop a deeper trust in God’s voice and a newfound confidence in your spiritual journey.

4 You Will REACH NEW

Spiritual Heights

With The Lost Art of Catholic Dream Interpretation, you will stand on the shoulders of theological giants—Church Fathers like Tertullian and Origen, saints like Jerome, Augustine, Gregory the Great, and Thomas Aquinas. Their wisdom, combined with your own prayerful reflection, will transform not just how you understand your dreams, but how you pray, think, and live. As you grow in the art of discernment, your spiritual life will flourish in ways you never imagined.

5 You Will BE A

Dream Crusader

Catholic dream interpretation is not new—it is ancient. It has simply been forgotten, ignored or shelved in our modern age. But it doesn't belong in a museum. By reading The Lost Art of Catholic Dream Interpretation, you are not inventing something new or dismissing something old, but recovering a long-lost spiritual tradition practiced by holy men and women throughout history. You will be among the faithful who honor the wisdom of the past—and through prayerful devotion—help bring it back to life.

About the Book

Watch This Video Interview with The Author

Why I'm Giving The Book Away at Cost...

(And no, it's not a gimmick.)

I am selling each book at the cost of printing, fulfillment, and shipping, and not a penny more.

Why am I doing this?

It’s not so you’ll think I’m a saint.

There are two good reasons I'm doing this.

The first good reason, is to keep you from to wasting another moment of your life trying to piece it all together!

Let me explain, I spent my whole lifetime as a convert wishing there was something on dream interpretation for Catholics. I began collecting material from Scripture, Saints like John Bosco, Therese of Avila and all the Church Fathers. Let me tell you, the Church Fathers are not an easy read because the English translations are in old English and — take my word for it — it's no Shakespeare.

I worked very hard to find every reference in Scripture and much of Tradition, and I put it all together for you in an easy to read, straight forward way—just like what you are reading right now. I've already done all the legwork and heavy lifting for you.

Sure, you could search for and read the original texts just like I did. Or you could benefit from all my hard work and start discerning dreams by learning The Lost Art of Catholic Dream Interpretation today so that you will grow spiritually and start discovering another part of yourself and deepening your relationship with God, without delay.

Now, I've experienced firsthand how dreams can inform your conscience and lead you to reconciliation. It's changed my life, and my only regret is that I didn't learn it earlier!

I think Catholics really should pray attention to their dreams more.

Therefore, my goal is to get this book into as many hands as possible.

The second good reason, is because I know that this is just the start of your journey into Catholic dream interpretation and you will likely want more transformative writings and things I offer!

That's all.

I’m happy to get this groundbreaking material to you at cost plus shipping because it’s like a ministry to me, but I truly don’t know how long I can keep it going.

Remember that I'm offering you my book — the product of my diligent effort — just at the cost it takes just to publish it, which doesn't cover the expense of this website or marketing. As soon as this deal drains my resources dry, I’ll be forced to either raise the price or take the site down–and I really don’t want to do either of those things.

This book is the first and only modern Catholic source on dream interpretation that I have ever heard of–and it would be a shame for it to disappear forever, before you have a chance to read it and experience the truly life altering transformations of The Lost Art of Catholic Dream Interpretation.

So, I recommend that you act now, if you want to get a copy while supply lasts.

I know that The Lost Art of Catholic Dream Interpretation will change your life, and I can't wait for you to read it!

Frequently Asked Questions

Your most asked questions...

How long will it take for the book to arrive?

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Do you offer refunds?

Yes. I believe in this book so much that if you're unsatisfied (for any reason), you can send the book back within one-year, and get a 100% refund. No questions asked. Just contact me via the support details at the footer of this page. I'll share the return address, and refund every penny including shipping.

If you're not happy, I'm not happy!

Why print a hard-copy book when it takes more time and costs more than digital?

Because analog book-making is another art that we should save from this exponentially advancing technological age. Besides, I think you'll love this book so much that you'll be glad to have a hard-copy in your hands. And won't it feel better having something tangible for your time and money, instead of bits and bytes that you'll for get about the moment you download? Plus, it's easier to share a hard copy by just handing it to a friend. Lastly, a printed and bound book makes a better gift for someone, especially if that someone is yourself. You deserve it.

Does the book have the nihil obstat* or imprimatur**?

The lost Art of Catholic Dream Interpretation does not require the bishop's approval because it is not a prayer book or catechetical publication, and it is not distributed by a church or oratory. However, this book is being considered for the Seal of Approval from the Catholic Writer's Guild. By conferring an SOA on a book, the Catholic Writers Guild (CWG) is saying, “This book represents CWG as an organization dedicated to quality writing as well as to faithful Catholic teaching.”

* Nihil Obstat - Latin, meaning nothing stands in the way [of publishing].

** Imprimatur - Latin, meaning let it be published.

About The Author

Meet The Creator of the Lost Art of Catholic Dream Interpretation...

Tim R. Bartel

Tim R. Bartel converted to Catholicism over thirty years ago. During his conversion, he read about the dreams of Saint John Bosco (AKA Don Bosco). In one of the dreams, Don Bosco told of a great ship headed for the Eucharist and Mary, which were on the top of a pair of columns in the middle of the sea. The ship was being attacked by enemy ships and there were fierce storms. Right away Tim could see that the ship was the Catholic Church with the Pope tirelessly guiding her to salvation.

Tim was so fascinated by that particular dream that ten years after he came home to the Catholic Church, Tim wrote and published his first book: Dream of the Great Ship - Interpretations of Saint John Bosco's Dream of the Two Columns. His book merited the Catholic Writer's Guild Seal of Approval, which evaluates books for publishing integrity and Catholicity.

Tim's fascination with John Bosco and other saints grew as did his fascination with his own dreams. He saw that there we plenty of excellent Catholic books on prayer and discerning spirits but nothing truly Catholic on dreams and interpretation. The only alternatives in this area were in the realm of superstition and occult. Even the Protestant material drew upon spurious sources that were either tracible back to New Age occultism, or came from the esoteric knowledge of unaccredited teachers.

Tim knew that there was a strong biblical history and Catholic Tradition of discerning dreams. But the material was buried in mountains of complicated writings by theologians. But, Catholic lay people have a real need for guidance on dream analysis and interpretation, and discerning their dreams. So, Tim set out to collect and categorize dreams from Scripture, Church Fathers, and saints. He wondered how it was that throughout salvation history and the lives of saints, that dreams had played a great part, but not today.

What happened?!

How did we ever lose sight of such an important discipline as discerning dreams?

So, Tim went on a quest to recover that lost art, and he succeeded.

Now, thirty years in the making, Tim has published a new book, The Lost Art of Catholic Dream Interpretation, and it may spark a movement, inspiring other Catholics to learn the language of the night.

As Tim says, "It's the best kept secret that Catholics can and probably should interpret their dreams, when their dreams mean something."

Now, Tim is on a mission to help people rediscover The Lost Art of Catholic Dream Interpretation.

Tim Bartel's

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I am so confident my book will make you a better dream interpreter, and improve your spiritual life that⸺ if you're unsatisfied (for whatever reason)⸺you can send the book back within one year and receive a 100% refund.

No questions asked!

Just contact me via the support details at the bottom of this page. You will be given a return address to send the book back to. I will personally see to it that you are refunded every penny⸺both the cost of the book and the shipping cost.