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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “"It was revealed to me in a dream"” is a common card of the Memes World series 76, number 22776 of the collection, and the 91st best-known meme of its 298 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “"It was revealed to me in a dream"” meme mean?
The meme expresses the absurdity of claiming absolute truth without tangible evidence. It allows presenting a pure invention as a personal mystical revelation, creating comedic contrast between the gravity of the phrasing and the lack of credibility. It is often employed to mock pseudo-intellectual discourse or irrational beliefs by attributing them to an inaccessible, mystical origin.
Where does the “"It was revealed to me in a dream"” meme come from?
The phrase originates from the book *The Divine and the Human* (1949) by Nikolai Berdyaev. The original English text is "This was once revealed to me in a dream." A screenshot of this footnote was shared on Twitter by user @JonathanMurden on February 14, 2017. Before March 3, 2017, Tumblr blogger serpentandstang reposted the image with the caption: "when in doubt, the citation of choice." This post went viral, accumulating over 41,000 likes and numerous shares over five years. The exact creation date of the graphic itself remains unknown. A later video adaptation appeared in a YouTube video by Max0r on January 17, 2022, but the first diffusion date of the video format is uncertain.
- 1949Publication of the book *The Divine and the Human* containing Nikolai Berdyaev's original phrase.
- February 14, 2017Sharing of a screenshot of the footnote on Twitter by user @JonathanMurden.
- Before March 3, 2017Viral spread on Tumblr via account serpentandstang adding the humorous caption about its citation use.
- January 17, 2022Appearance of a video adaptation in a YouTube content by Max0r integrating the phrase into a dialogue.
How to use the “"It was revealed to me in a dream"” meme
- Use this phrase to end an online debate by invoking mysterious authority against a logical argument.
- Apply it to pass off a fanciful prediction or personal opinion as an established indisputable fact.
- Quote it when asked for proof regarding an assertion completely made out of thin air.
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The “"It was revealed to me in a dream"” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22776 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 76 |
| Fame | 50/100 · #91 of 298 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
| Suggested by | @criminel_soyeux |
How to get the “"It was revealed to me in a dream"” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; "It was revealed to me in a dream" comes out of the Memes World series 76 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
"It was revealed to me in a dream" meaning?
This expression is used to humorously justify an assertion without any proof. It transforms an arbitrary invention into a revealed truth that cannot be objectively challenged.
"It was revealed to me in a dream" origin?
The phrase comes from a philosophy book published in 1949 by Nikolai Berdyaev. It was popularized on the internet in 2017 via a screenshot shared on social media platforms.
What does when in doubt the citation of choice mean?
It is a legend added to the meme image on Tumblr. It indicates that this citation should be used by default to back up any dubious statement.
How do I get the "It was revealed to me in a dream" meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “"It was revealed to me in a dream"” is a common card of the Memes World series 76. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the "It was revealed to me in a dream" card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Source? I Made It Up - Know Your Meme · Spreading Misinformation · 1. This Was Once Revealed to Me in a Dream | Source? I Made It Up · checked on October 26, 2026.
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