Skull Tattoo

If you are looking for a particular tattoo design that can make just about anyone jump in fright, you might want to consider getting a skull tattoo. Associated with the concept of death in various cultures, the skull design is quite a popular among tattoo enthusiasts. 

Interestingly, with the concept of death looming over the skull design, there are actually some cultures that view the skull as symbols of great saints. These saints include St. Mary Magdalene, St. Jerome, and even St. Francis of Assisi. While the skull has long been a symbol of hate for some people, some still view it as a symbol of forgiveness. Thus, these representations are not really universal and should not be treated as such. 

There are also a number of legends coined with the design of the skull. Pirates, for starters, are commonly included in tattoo designs featuring skulls. There are even secret societies and fraternities that use the skull as their symbol, representing affinity and brotherhood. 

However, if you would take a look into the history of the skull, you would actually find that it has religious significance as well. In fact, many cultures put much emphasis on the spiritual properties of the design. The people of India today, in particular, wear skull necklaces. The usage of skull necklaces in India actually dates back to thousands and thousands of years ago. The skull necklace serves as a constant reminder of the death of man. People from Tibet and Nepal also wear skull necklaces. The darker deities of the religions of the Tibetans and Nepalese actually wore these necklaces, as this has been practiced in years before as well. 

The Aztecs, who lived during pre-Columbian America, also held the skull on high. In fact, the skull was an important icon and symbol associated with death as well. The Aztecs even celebrated a “Day of the Dead”. This was an annual celebration where sugar was used to make white skulls. These skulls were eaten. Out of respect, the Aztecs also left offerings at the graves of their dead relatives. 

These days, many rock artists in the music industry are now using the modern skull. Fans of such rock bands also sport modern skull tattoos. What is great about this particular design is that there are so many variations that one can try out. The flaming skull is one popular design. The skull can even be modified into taking the form of a raging bull! All these and more come with the popular design of the skull tattoo.