El egyptian scarab tattoo It is very popular among lovers of Egyptian culture or this type of insects. Because of what the beetle symbolizes and the meaning that is associated with these tattoos, has earned a space on the body of many ink lovers. First of all and to understand the popularity of the egyptian scarab tattoo, we must go back to Ancient Egypt.
The scarab was a sacred insect for the ancient Egyptians. For that culture, the fact that dung beetles could transport dung balls in the harsh conditions of the desert to later bury them and from which their offspring later emerged (since eggs were laid within these dung balls), became an act of creation and emergence of life.
Moreover, for the ancient Egyptians, the beetle was also related to the movement of the sun and the cycles of life. That is why many people of that time carried a beetle carrying a solar disk on their back. A representation of the cycle of the sun in the sky. In fact, for the Egyptian culture, the scarab had a close relationship with the dawn and a connection with the Egyptian God "Khepri", also known as "god of the rising sun".
During that time, the Egyptians they carved beetles in stone to wear them as a protective amulet. Royal seals in the shape of a scarab were also used. That is why, today, when an embalmed mummy is discovered, it is relatively common to find amulets in the shape of a beetle or some reference to this sacred insect for them.
With all these symbolisms, we can better understand the growing popularity of the egyptian scarab tattoo. In the next gallery of tattoos you can find a wide variety of beetle tattoos made in different styles.
Types of Egyptian scarab tattoos
Small
As one of the most popular symbolsIt is true that we can find it in different sizes. When we talk about a small tattoo, minimalism and good taste always come to mind. So in this case we were not going to be left behind. The little ones also carry all the symbolism, but it is true that we can add them to other areas of the body such as the ankles, wrists or on the elbows and behind the ears. An elegant touch that we cannot forget.
For woman
If the tattoo is intended for the body of a woman, it is true that you also have several options to choose from. But without a doubt, the one that is most visible in this design in the central chest area. It is true that also on the shoulder blades or on the neck, they are another of the places to show it off. Although black ink will always be our faithful friend, in this case you can also add a touch of blue, red or green to add more originality, if possible.
For men
Although some women also wear it, men prefer the back area to show off the widest tattoos. Designs that can go from one side of the shoulder blades to the other. But the thing is not like that because the tattoos of the Egyptian beetles are also seen on the hands as well as on the arms or even on the thighs. Of course, as a general rule it will be the black ink who accompanies them. Which one do you like?
With wings
With his wings he offers us the great protection. Another of the great symbolisms for this type of tattoos. Although it is true that wings can also indicate freedom when we see them in other designs. They cover us and give us more life at the same time as power. This type of tattoos can also be completed with colors, plus Egyptian symbols or with black ink.
Where to get an Egyptian scarab tattoo
On the chest
When we talk about the chest, it is true that it is one of the great canvases of the body. They prefer to make it a little higher but they opt for a low-breasted design which is also perfect joining the central area. It goes without saying that it is a fairly complete design with a large size. But if you prefer, you can always opt for other smaller ideas that you will place
In the neck
Do you like neck tattoos? Well this one too. The Egyptian scarab has arrived to decorate another of the main parts of your body. That is why there are many people who opt for a great design in the central and front part of it. But sometimes, we can also observe how the nape has more to say. You can choose a design for this area or better, behind the ears. The neck and its surroundings are another of the ideal options to welcome a tattoo as special and long-standing as the one mentioned.
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