Gunpowder – To dream of gunpowder is a symbol of volatility and unpredictability, with a strong element of danger. It is likely that you are feeling unstable in your life, and fear that it might soon explode. Depending on your cultural background, there may be other meanings to your gunpowder dream as well. Gunpowder can symbolize political uprisings, being connected with the Gunpowder Plot by Guy Fawkes to blow up Parliament. Dreaming about gunpowder may indicate your dissatisfaction with the current situation, especially with regards to authority.