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• Lotus tattoos are some of the most popular tattoo designs out there. But what makes them popular? Why are they so special, and what do they mean? We’re going to take a close look at an incredibly complex and meaningful tattoo design that takes its roots from Eastern culture and religion, but has found a place in the repertoire of many modern tattoo artists.
• The lotus flower has many different meanings with each meaning being based on any one of a number of factors. Religion, the way the lotus is depicted (open, closed, partially open), the and the color all have unique and specific meanings. We’re going to break the meaning down in as many ways as possible for those of you who might be considering getting a lotus tattoo. That way you can know for a fact what your lotus tattoo means.
• In the Hindu religion, the lotus–specifically the sacred lotus, is called the Padma. A Padma has special meaning to followers of the Hindu religion as it is associated with a number of their deities, particularly Vishnu and Brahma. The lotus in this context is used to represent divine beauty and purity, while the unfolding of its leaves represents the expanding of the soul and spiritual awakening.
• Buddhism, like Hinduism, also has a strong tie to the lotus flower. Buddhist symbolism related to the lotus flower is very complex and has many layers which may be combined with one another to create complex imagery of deep meaning. Here’s how Buddhists breakdown the meaning of the lotus flower and how you can use their imagery to create a meaningful tattoo you’ll love.
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