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Christian Tattoo Designs & Meanings
Religion plays a major role in people’s lives. Ones religious beliefs
are very noticeable in the way of life and have a great influence in
choosing a design for tattoo. There are different ways of showing
devotion to whom we worship and believe in, and this includes different
designs and patterns showing religious symbols inked on their bodies.
Here are several designs you can choose from: Cross Tattoos
There are different variations and modifications used as patterns for
cross tattoo. This has become a favorite for devoted Christians.
Moreover, there are different denominations of Protestant Christians
which contains their own church seals and emblems which still contains a
cross. This is a symbol of the death of Jesus Christ as the son of the
Almighty God to save the sinners.
Peacock Tattoos Peacock was
used as a symbol of the resurrection of Jesus in Christian history. Each
time that it sheds a feather, a new feather replaces the old ones. It
symbolizes hope and change towards the better good.
Lily/Lilies Tattoos Lilies symbolize eternal life and
immortality. It is connected to the Easter season. Being white and
clean, this flower dwells on areas where there is abundant supply of
water. Rarely do we see lilies dying because of thirst, thus it is
perceived as immortal. Wheat Heads Tattoos Wheat heads
(usually three heads) represent the Bread of Life. This shows that the
words of God or what we call the Bread of Life is of highest regard to
the person who wears this tattoo. Pelican Tattoos Pelicans
were believed to draw blood from their breast to feed their young during
drought. This is a symbol of atonement to early Christians. It is also
considered as a sign of sacrifice. The pelican offers his own body and
blood for his young’s survival even though it will mean pain to him.
Palm Leaf Tattoos Palm leaf is a symbol of heavenly reward.
This is used as greeting and worship to Jesus upon his arrival in
Jerusalem during his final Passover. It was used by Christian believers
to wave and show their happiness for His coming. It symbolizes the
welcoming of Jesus into their lives to people who use palm leaf as
tattoo. The Shepherd Tattoo This is most often drawn with a
Shepherd carrying a lamb over his shoulders. If you have heard of the
story of the footprints in the sand, they have the same message. At
first, there were two sets of footprints on the sand. During the times
of trouble, only one set was left, initially you might think that Jesus
left you. But at the end of the story, you are made to realize that the
shepherd did not leave you. He actually carried you through all the
hardships. You are the lamb of the shepherd.
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