Celtic Cross Tattoos
The Celtic cross is beautiful in its rich décor and middle aged stone design, though these symbols likely date back to ancient times. Perhaps it’s the décor and lovely image that hypes tattoo enthusiasts’ world wide, or it may be the many interpretations of the meaning. Celtic crosses can have many different meanings including those of Christianity, Paganism, Honoring the four elements of even life after death.
For Christianity, it is believed that when the word of Christ made it to the British, the Celtic cross combined with the Christian cross, which made the Christian high cross. This would be one of the many variations of the symbolic image that is widely used for Celtic cross tattoos. For this reason, the Celtic cross tattoo is sometimes viewed as the most fashionable way to display a deep spirituality, love, and faith in God. While some use the Celtic cross to show their Christianity beliefs, the Pagans have their own set of beliefs in which the Celtic cross tattoo can be used to convey. For Pagans, the Celtic cross represents fertility. For this reason, those with Pagan beliefs would commonly tattoo their wives with a Celtic cross tattoo. The pagan Celtic cross would be another variation of the Celtic cross tattoo.
Another interpretation of the Celtic cross tattoo is of the four elements, earth, fire, air and water. Each point of the Celtic cross is supposed to be symbolic of each element. This belief is common among ancient people and Indian tribes. Some recent fantasy games and movies have exemplified the four elements making for an even more popular Celtic cross tattoo. When the Celtic cross tattoo is used to symbolize the four elements, it has a slightly different look. The design of the Celtic cross tattoo can be interpreted to refer to the permanence of life. The circle seen in the Celtic cross tattoo symbolizes the circle of life, which never stops signifying spiritual existence after death. The look of this Celtic cross tattoo gives yet one more design to this type of ink.
As you can see there are several different designs when it comes to Celtic cross tattoos. Some have intricate knots and designs that signify no beginning or end. The knots, regardless of the belief or interpretation of the tattoo, are both complicated and breathe taking. Some other designs for the Celtic cross tattoo may include a wheel and circle which is more modern, triquetras which stand for the father, the son and the holy ghost, and those which are a combination of several of the above. As you can see there are many different styles of Celtic cross tattoos so your choice should be carefully calibrated. Making sure that you are symbolizing your personal belief, rather than a decision based strictly on the image of the tattoo, will enable you to enjoy your Celtic cross tattoo for years to come.
Since any of the Celtic cross tattoo designs are quite intricate with deep meaning, it is important to research the meaning of the tattoo, look at many images to see which one you like and then combine the image with your beliefs. Additionally, you will want to select a tattoo artist that is knowledgeable and talented in both the history of the Celtic tattoo and an experienced artistic ability. As with any tattoo, it is permanent and serious thought and consideration should be given. With the right choice, your Celtic cross tattoo will be much more than ink; it will be a symbol of who you truly are.
