Hinduism And Buddhism

Interpreting Tattoos

Interpretating TattoosOk, so you’re ready to choose your tattoo ideas and one step closer to getting it done. It could look nice, maybe there are some implications to it that you might want to know? Below you will find some meaning of tattoos…

Angel Tattoo – Angel tattoos are popular among those who wish to use the angel as a religious symbol as it is the angel that personify the divine will and are the messengers of god.

Angel Tattoo

An angel is a symbol of devotion, spirituality and faith and signifies a relationship with God. An angel can also be intended as a figure of guidance and protection.

Be sure to browse through any bible and tattoos art you can to get a good idea of the style you want.

Butterfly TattooButterfly Tattoos – Popular amongst women, butterfly tattoos denote beauty, metamorphosis, freedom, happiness and fragility. Many cultures have associated the butterfly with the soul.

Lotus Flower Tattoos – In Hinduism and Buddhism the lotus flower symbolizes awakening to the spiritual reality of life. Most tattoo enthusiast feel that the a lotus tattoo represents life in general.

Lotus Flower TattoosAs the lotus flower grows up from the ground into an object of great beauty, people also grow and change into something more beautiful. So it is the symbol to represent the struggle of life at its most basic form.

Japanese Koi Fish TattoosJapanese Koi Fish Tattoos – Japanese Koi Fish Tattoos are the perfect partner for the Lotus flower that are very popular among Japanese tattoo artists as the flower compliments the Koi Fish tattoos. The Koi fish is a symbol typically for strength and individualism.

Dolphin TattoosDolphin Tattoos – Dolphins been long associated with symbols of spirituality and the divine. They are a very popular form of tattoos amongst females.

Dragon TattooDragon Tattoos – In Japanese culture the dragon is said to be a symbol of supernatural powers. With incredible strength and a hidden wisdom. It was said the only way to journey past a dragon was to answer its riddles.

Tiger TattoosTiger Tattoos – Tiger tattoos are renowned for their beauty and strength. The distinctive coloring of the tiger it makes for a very good tattoo.

The most common tiger tattoo interpretation is the Chinese style of tiger which it was believed to be the opposite of the dragon and often appears alongside it and are also used for intimidation by some that decide to get these inked onto them.

Tribal Arm TattoosTribal Arm Tattoos – This style of tattoo is ever popular with both males and females and as such is in great demand. Tribal tattoos represent meaning on a historic level and a spiritual level and have become a mainstay in tattoo culture.

Small TattoosSmall Tattoos – As you are aware tattoos can come in all shapes and sizes and for people just starting out in getting tattoos they may not want to dive straight in and get a set of sleeves! Some common examples of small feminine tattoos are stars, suns, moons and lettering.