Peacock Tattoos and Meaning

The peacock is one of the world's most beautiful birds and the same can be said about the tattoo. When it comes to the beauty of the peacock tattoo, very few can compare. Although the peacock tattoo is mainly sported by women, men do choose to get this tattoo. The peacock is very symbolic as a tattoo.

The peacock has been symbolic to several different cultures throughout time. The peacock is symbolic to China and a variety of Asian cultures. To the Chinese, the peacock is a symbol of good luck and good fortune. The peacock has also been used as a high rank status. In Hindu mythology, the peacock is associated to the god Lakshli. To the Hindu, the peacock symbolizes patience, kindness, and understanding. There are several legends and myths that surround the peacock. In total, the peacock is a symbol of integrity and inner beauty.

When it comes to peacock tattoo designs, there are two main types. The peacock tattoo can either portray the entire bird or just the feathers of the bird. Peacock feathers are considered to be the most beautiful feathers in the world. Peacock feathers are also some of the most distinguished all around the globe. Each peacock feather is very colorful, detailed, and the same all the way around. Toward the end of the feather, there is a circle pattern. Many ancient cultures believed that they looked like an eye. Roman and Greek cultures would refer to the peacock as "100 eyes." They believed that this was a symbol of evil and they frequently called the peacock "evil eyes."

Peacock tattoos usually portray the peacock feather or the entire peacock. Both peacock tattoo designs look absolutely stunning. Peacock tattoos can be done in beautiful shades of blue, green, purple, and pink. Some will have shades of red, orange, and yellow. The peacock tattoo gives you everything you need in a tattoo. If you are looking for a large tattoo, you can go with the fully peacock tattoo or full peacock feather tattoo. If you are looking for something small, you can go for the peacock single feather tattoo. You will rarely find another tattoo that can be so beautiful.

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Feather Tattoo Meaning

Tattoo symbol meaning of feathers:

• Truth
• Speed
• Lightness
• Flight
• Ascension

Symbol meaning of feathers deal with ascension and spiritual evolution to a higher plane. Feathers were worn by Native American Chiefs to symbolize their communication with Spirit, and to express their celestial wisdom. Also in the Native American Indian culture, feathers represented the power of the thunder gods, along with the power of air and wind.

Native American Pueblo Indians would pay homage to the Feathered Sun which is a symbol of the cosmos and the center of existence. Another symbol meaning of feathers also revolves around prayer, and the Pueblo use feather sticks as they dance in prayer for rain during solstice rituals.

As a Celtic symbol meaning, the feather was worn by Druids in the form of ornate feathered robes. Celtic Druids donned these robes in ceremonies to invoke the sky gods and gain knowledge of the celestial realm. It was believed that the feathered cloak along with the presence of the sky gods would allow the Druid to transcend the earthly plane and enter the ethereal realm.

The Egyptians believed that feathers were symbolic of sky gods too. Ma'at, the Egyptian goddess of justice, would weigh the hearts of the newly dead in the underworld against the weight of a feather to determine the worthiness of his or her soul.

In Christianity feathers represented virtues. In fact, an image of three feathers were made into signet rings - each feather symbolizing Charity, hope, and faith. These rings were worn as a symbol of a virtuous soul - they were also used as wax seals. The ring would be dipped in warm wax then pressed against documents to seal the closure. The recipient would know the documents came from a virtuous man by the indication of the three-feather symbol in the wax.

In dreams feathers mean travel or the ability to move more freely in life. White feathers in dreams indicate innocence or a fresh start in a spiritual sense.

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Dragon Tattoos Meanings

In general men tend to use dragon tattoos to represent:

• Courage
• Strength
• Raw power and force
• Wisdom and reason
• Protectors of sacred items

Dragon tattoos can have different meanings to different people. It's all depending on how you see the mythical creature and as to what design you choose.

Many men tend to associate with the dragon which is why they get dragon tattoos. Some men see themselves as guardians over loved ones, so since the dragon tends to symbolize protection, it fits the mold of a guardian.

In general, woman tend to use dragon tattoos to represent:

• Creator
• Protector of life
• Strength

Because woman are those who give birth, they can be seen as a creator of life. Women can associate with the dragon in terms of protection and children; in most cases, mothers will protect their children till the end. Women may see the strength of the dragon and see it embodied in themeselves.

For the most part, there are many different meanings of a dragon tattoo, so each individual and each dragon will represent something a little different.

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Star Tattoos Meaning

Shooting Star:

Shooting stars tend to be associated with a moment in time that left a lasting impression, whether a short romance, special event, a person, job, anything that may have changed the person's life.

Nautical Star:

Before modern navigation sailors navigated by using the stars- usually the North Star. They often got tattoos of nautical stars in a superstitious sense, hoping that the star would help them get home safely.

The nautical star is often a symbol of protection and guidance. Some see nautical stars as a means to create your own path.

Nautical stars are often referred to as compass stars, which were similar to the nautical star in that sailors used them to help guide their way in the night.

Pentagram:

Depending on whether the pentagram points up or down. A downward facings pentagram is thought to mimic a ram's head and is often seen as the sign of the Devil. Otherwise, the pentagram is often seen as a symbol of protection and balance. It's five points are often seen to resemble the four elements and with the fith, top point, representing the Spirit who resides over the other elements.

Hexagram or The Star of David:

Also known as the Shield of David is a strong symbol of Judaism. The six- sided star symbolizes the interation of the Divine with the humans.

When referred to as the Creator's Star, the six points each represent a day of the week and the center corresponds with the Sabbath.

Septagram:

The seven- pointed star symbolizes integration and mystical. It is often seen with the seven planets and seven- fold systems such as the Hindu chakras.

Octogram:

The eight- pointed star symbolizes fullness and regeneration. It is often seen with eight-fold systems such as trigrams, the pagan wheel of the year, and the Ogdoad of ancient Egypt.

Nonogram:

The nine- pointed star symbolizes achievement and stability. It can represent stability in terms of change. Often the nine- pointed star is seen with nine- fold systems such as the nine Taoist kanji.