A bow stores the energy that is used to drive an arrow, so a bow in a dream represents potential energy.
If you dream that you are holding a bow, it is a sign that you have the power to achieve an important goal in your life; you just need the opportunity to realize your potential.
Dreaming about a bow can also signify a fear that you have the potential to do something destructive or harmful.
A bow and arrow in a dream can represent the union between the masculine and feminine. A dream of a bow and arrow can represent a need to integrate your masculine qualities, such as assertiveness and rationality, with your feminine qualities, such as receptivity and intuitiveness.
A dream that you see Cupid holding a bow can symbolize a desire for love or romance.