Egyptian tattoos are very popular because they are very detailed and their meaning is very symbolic. Hieroglyphs are the most recognized and popular designs of this type of tattoo, but they are not the only option far from it. Egyptian tattoos also incorporate Egyptian gods, goddesses or other spiritually important and highly symbolic symbols in their designs.
The ancient Egyptians developed highly detailed symbols and drawings that contained important meanings to them, because they somehow described the world around them. That is why these same symbols are still used today to create spectacular and very significant tattoo designs.
Next I want to talk to you about some important, popular tattoos and what they mean. So if you are thinking of doing an Egyptian tattoo you can have a little guidance.
The ankh
The Ankn is the symbol of eternal life. People who believe in the afterlife can get this powerful symbol tattooed. The Egyptians believed that the ankh helped protect them and could pass to life after death. This symbol resembles an equal-armed cross with a loop instead of an arm pointing north. An ideal place to wear this tattoo can be the ankle, shoulder or wrist.
The beetle
The scarab is a representation of the common dung beetle, but for the Egyptians, the scarab was the symbol of spontaneity, caution and rebirth. This tattoo is ideal to do on the hip or the back of the neck, although on the wrist it can also look great.
More Egyptian tattoos
Other Egyptian tattoos with great symbolic load can be:
- The Ba. A bird that symbolizes perseverance and personality.
- The eye of Horus. It represents the all-seeing eye, the protection.
- Anubis. The dog-headed god represents protection.
- The phoenix. This black bird was accused of rising from the ashes to start a new life. Many devotees of the tattoo use it as a sign of rebirth, or as a symbol of overcoming extreme difficulties.
- Bastet. The goddess of cats symbolizes love for these animals.
- Sphinx. It symbolizes the guardian.
Which of these tattoos do you like the most?
