A few months ago we published an article in which we talked about the key tattoos and their meaning. Well, today we can say that we completed said article with the publication of a note in which we will talk about the padlock or lock tattoos. And it is that both types of tattoos are linked both in their symbolism and meaning. We already commented on it in its day and today we ratify it with this compilation.
Both padlocks and locks are fascinating symbols and they are present in numerous designs of many different genres of tattoo. Since ancient times, they have been in charge of protecting the most important, secret and valuable personal property. They can be material, familiar, and / or spiritual. Whether it is to protect a treasure filled with gold or the purity of a heart, man has always tried to find the key to open these locks.
Locks and padlocks tell us about the value of what is locked and that they have restricted access. Moreover, if we return to the depths of the Christian religion, we will see that it is not even possible to access heaven without "The keys to the kingdom" that open their doors. Jesus Christ appointed Saint Peter, guardian of the gates of heaven.
Moreover, it is also interesting to refer in this article to the metaphor of love exclusively, "the key of my heart". A significant symbol imbued with magical and mystical meaning. Obviously, we are talking about the lock or padlock that can only be opened with a special key. An old reference to refer to marital fidelity.
