Buddhist tattoos: symbols and their meaning

Since ancient times, in Buddhist culture, special attention has been paid to body drawings. Over time, interest in them did not disappear, but only intensified. Now symbolic tattoos are stuffed by both Buddhists and those who just love unusual drawings with meaning.

When choosing a themed tattoo, first of all, you should pay attention to sketches with the most popular Buddhist symbols.

Most often, fans of Eastern culture stuff the image of the Buddha on their bodies. For many people, such a tattoo becomes a real talisman. There are several popular Buddha images.

1. Meditator... This tattoo is a symbol of inner harmony. It is suitable for a person who strives for self-improvement and finding balance in his life.

2. Smiling... Such an image attracts happiness and good luck to life. The smiling Buddha on the body can be either monochrome or colored.

3. Head of buddha... Such a drawing symbolizes wisdom and craving for self-knowledge.

In addition to the Buddha, images of other gods are used when creating sketches of tattoos.

• Hotei... This is the god of abundance and happiness. It is believed that figures and drawings depicting this cheerful monk are capable of bringing good luck and happiness to a person. Therefore, they are so popular not only in the countries of the East, but all over the world. Hotei is often depicted holding various objects. These details make it clear what the person is most striving for.

• Shiva... The dancing god also inspires artisans to create original sketches.This tattoo symbolizes the desire to defend their rights and fight for their own freedom. In addition, Shiva is a symbol of change. Therefore, it is often stuffed by people who want to change something in their lives.

• Brahma... The amazing four-armed god is a symbol of wisdom and eternal life. Such drawings are suitable for strong and self-confident people.

• Lakshmi... The image of this goddess is a symbol of wealth and good luck. Tattoos with Lakshmi are most often tattooed by girls and women.

• Ganesha... This is one of the most revered Indian deities. A tattoo depicting this character is a symbol of wisdom and well-being. Its large elephant head signifies intelligence, and its curved body signifies sensuality and strength. Therefore, Ganesha is a symbol of balance and harmony between the two sides of the personality.

Dharmachakra Is a symbol that denotes the pursuit of enlightenment. Most often, such a tattoo is done in color. At the same time, each of the knitting needles is painted in a new shade. A similar image is suitable for a person who believes in the rebirth of souls and karma.

Mantra symbols are small in size... Such tattoos are usually placed on areas of the body that are almost never visible to outsiders. The most popular is the mantra Om. It is believed that her pronunciation attracts all kinds of benefits to a person's life, makes him calm and balanced.

The chakra system originated many centuries ago in India. Each of the chakras is a strong energy center. Tattoos with their images usually have a positive meaning. They symbolize a happy and balanced life. Most often, the chakras are stuffed on the back.

The tattoo will suit lovers of Hindu symbols. It denotes the path to enlightenment. Very often, a tattoo depicting an unalome is combined with the Om sign and a lotus flower. Often, it is also complemented with subtle graceful patterns.

This flower is very important for Buddhists. It was originally considered the main symbol of the sun. Now this delicate flower symbolizes the desire for self-improvement, as well as spiritual purity.

The image of this animal is also popular among Buddhists. The elephant is a popular symbol of love for loved ones and faith in people.

Having chosen a suitable sign for yourself, you should think about the style in which the future tattoo will be performed.

• Realism... Tattoos made in this style are suitable for both girls and men. They are very beautiful and worked out to the smallest detail. This style is perfect for tattoos of Buddha or other gods.

• Minimalism... This trend is popular among lovers of simple and neat tattoos. Such drawings look very simple and take up little space. This style is perfect for sketching lotuses and various Buddhist symbols. Minimalistic drawings are sometimes supplemented with inscriptions or images of important signs.

• Watercolor... Buddhist tattoos made in this style look bright and colorful. They are characterized by the absence of clear contours. Paints for creating such tattoos can be used both bright and muted. Watercolor-style sketches are often complemented by color strokes and smudges.

It is also important to consider where the new tattoo will be located. The most popular areas on the body are several.

• Hand... Small Buddhist tattoos look great on the hand or wrist. There you can place miniature mantras or the image of the wheel of Dharma. Three-dimensional designs usually adorn the shoulders or forearms. Sleeves consisting of Buddhist symbols also look beautiful.

• Back... Large-scale tattoos are recommended on the back. Tattoos on this part of the body do not deform or fade over time. Therefore, the drawing remains clear and accurate. Most often, the upper back is decorated with images of famous gods. Small tattoos can be placed along the spine or between the shoulder blades. Patterns, themed inscriptions and symbols are often printed on the ribs.

• Stomach... Belly tattoos are popular among girls. Most often, images of lotuses or simple patterns are located there. They can be either plain or colored.

• Neck... Neck tattoos are not very common these days. Small monochrome drawings are most often filled there. Tattoos are usually found on the back of the neck. This makes them inconspicuous.

There are many examples of beautiful tattoos depicting important symbols that you can use as inspiration for your designs.

This tattoo can be seen on the body of Angelina Jolie. It is located on the left shoulder blade and consists of five lines. It is believed that this magical inscription protects its owner from harm and brings good luck and health.

In Buddhism, the hand, consisting of fine lines and beautiful patterns, denotes the union of 5 of the 7 chakras. Such a tattoo is a symbol of protection from troubles and problems.... This pattern looks great on the back.

A large tattoo immediately attracts attention. It is complemented by the image of the sun, which is one of the most popular symbols of joy and vitality.The color image of the dancing god Ganesh looks very beautiful.