Inked Iconography
Posted by Profit on 08/21/08 in Society
For those who enjoy long-term and deep appreciation for their tattoos, meaning of the image itself often plays a key role in the initial decision making process. If you’re seeking body art that holds a specific meaning, take care to ensure that the meaning is correct before committing to a permanent decoration. With a little research, most if not all of which can likely be done from the comfort of your own home, you can confirm that the symbol you like has the meaning you like. This is especially important for Celtic tattoos and tribal tattoos. Different designs mean different things, and sometimes one culture views certain symbols differently. Symbols can also vary in meaning over time. Consider the swastika, originally the symbol for peace in many ancient cultures, such as Ancient Greece. Nowadays though, that particular symbol means something quite different, having been transformed by Nazis in the mid-twentieth century. Adorning oneself with that design means something very different today than it did ages ago, and while that specific symbol may be an obvious example, other symbols may offend certain groups. Of course, your body is yours to do with what you please, but it is beneficial to be aware of the possible interpretations of a symbol you permanently affix to yourself.
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