I was at a ruined building at south america. the building had 2 stories, did not have excessive architectural flourishes, had 2 inner courtyards, both of which were overgrown, possibly had overgrown dirt piles from a past construction. The building was forming a square around these courtyards, and it was missing large pieces, that it was possible to see from one courtyard to another. I was doing electrical or plumbing work on the outside of one of the buildings, in one of the courtyards. The whole area was pretty jungle-like, there was a river flowing nearby. The river had hippos in it, which are dangerous. A cat went into the water swimming, and it was killed by the hippos. The cat went to his death intentionally, it was very old, had a good life, and died to make others aware that the hippos are there and dangerous
This dream may reflect a sense of loss, decay, and danger in your life. The ruined building could symbolize areas of your life that have experienced neglect or dilapidation. The fact that the building had two stories could represent dual aspects of yourself or a situation where you feel there are multiple layers or complexities.
The overgrown courtyards and dirt piles may indicate neglected emotions or unresolved issues that need attention. The missing large pieces of the building may suggest a lack of stability or a sense of vulnerability in your life.
Engaging in electrical or plumbing work could represent your attempt to fix or address these issues. It may signify your desire to find solutions and bring stability to certain areas of your life.
The jungle-like environment and the river with hippos suggest a wild and unpredictable element in your waking life. Hippos can represent hidden dangers or threats that you may be aware of but others may not fully comprehend. The cat's intentional sacrifice represents an awareness of the dangers and a willingness to protect others by sacrificing oneself. This may indicate that you possess a sense of responsibility and a desire to warn and protect those around you.
Overall, this dream may be highlighting a need for you to address neglected areas of your life, be cautious of potential dangers, and take a proactive approach to protect yourself and others. It is important to confront any unresolved issues and work towards stability and balance.