Since ancient times, many people have believed that tattoos have a great influence on a person's destiny. In this regard, in those days, drawings, symbols and inscriptions were applied to the body, bringing good luck. Now such an image can be done in any tattoo parlor. One has only to figure out which symbol of luck is preferable for you.
A bit of tattoo history
For the first time, drawing on the body began to be used during rituals. People believed that in this way they are most closely associated with their deities. Also, by means of tattoos, children were protected from parental anger, adults were protected in battle and on a hunt, the elderly were kept from diseases. In addition, there are cases when the tattoo was used as a punishment. So, in Japan during the Edo period, robbers for each crime were inflicted on one line on the forehead. As a result, the hieroglyph INU was obtained, which in translation means "dog".
In Europe, with the spread of Christianity, tattoos, which were part of pagan beliefs and traditions, began to disappear. Body painting resumed among Europeans only in the 18th century, when Christian missionaries set sail, and sailors from their ships got tattoos to commemorate their places of travel.
Nowadays, tattooing is both a form of avant-garde art and a way of self-expression for individuals. It can also denote a person's belonging to a social group.
Tattoos symbolizing good luck
You can be offered different types of tattoos in the salons. Tattoos that bring good luck are especially popular today. So, here are some of them.
Cross. It symbolizes life, immortality, the unity of spirit and matter. Many believe that this sign characterizes a person's belonging to any religious movement, but this is not always the case.
On the one hand, the cross means eternal spiritual development, on the other hand, it is a symbol for attracting prosperity.
The four-leaf clover is a classic symbol of good luck. The image of this plant is made so that the life of the owner of such a tattoo is full of favorable events, and fortune never leaves him.
Horseshoe is one of the most common tattoos popular with many people. It means faith in finding success and luck. The image of a horseshoe with horns upward symbolizes a full cup, happiness, abundance, luck. The same symbol, with its horns down, is not a bad sign. Such a horseshoe protects its owner, it drives away misfortune and grief.
A spider descending on a web is a symbol of good fortune, luck, prosperity. Greek mythology portrays this predator as wise and hardworking.
In addition, in mythopoetic traditions, creative activity and professional skills are associated with the image of a spider.
Quite often, hieroglyphs are used as tattoos. So, people who want to attract good luck into their lives choose the image of the hieroglyph "happiness" or "kichi".
Latin inscriptions are also popular with those who decide to get a tattoo. Often they use the catchwords of great philosophers, writers and figures. For example, it can be a tattoo in the form of the Latin phrase “Audaces fortuna juvat”, which means “Fate helps the brave”.
To believe or not to believe in the mystical power of signs and symbols is a purely personal matter for each person. The main thing is not to doubt that luck will never leave you!
