The Dream - Introduction into the Psychology of Dreams condensation and allusion ("Anspielung"), which also occur in Freuds The Interpretation of Dreams, are explained and exemplified. A further component of dream analysis are higher value complexes ("hochwertige Komplexe"), and their readiness, as well as means of depiction ("Darstellungsmittel") and the functional symbolism of dreams. Silberer further shares his opinion on supererogation ("Mehrleistung") of dreams, meaning the output of dreams that goes beyond the usual functioning of the mind (or soul). He concludes that, in contrast to the common view at that time, a dream does not actually possess increased capabilities regarding memory, unconscious operations, humour or spirit. However, to
Jungian interpretation of religion of active imagination, or “dreaming the dream onward”, to form a satisfying psychospiritual community. Marie-Louise von Franz’ book analyzing the dreams of the dying concludes that “the unconscious ... prepares [us] not for a definite end but for a profound transformation and for a kind of continuation of the life process”. She joins with Edinger in suggesting that some dreams cannot be adequately interpreted as symbolic representations of subjective inner processes, but are “metaphysical”, hinting at a reality that is deeply mysterious. Jungian interpretation of religion The Jungian interpretation of religion, pioneered by Carl Jung and advanced by his followers,