Egyptian Symbol Tattoos

Egyptian symbol tattoos are fast becoming a popular choice for people today. I guess the reason being for this is because Egyptian symbols look very cool and not only that have meanings that create more than just an attractive tattoo. Common Egyptian symbols represent protection, wealth, the underworld and gods (who also have their specific meanings), and I will list some now and what they mean.

Amenta
This symbol represents the underworld however it originally meant the sun setting. The sun would set over the West Bank of the Nile where the Egyptians would also bury their dead; hence it's meaning being related to the land of the dead. As a tattoo this would look good across the shoulder blades, on the shoulder or over something you believe strongly in.

Ankh
Known as the Crux Anasta the Ankh was the "key of life" and is one of the most recognised symbols of Ancient Egypt. The ankh is depicted as a symbol that passes the breath of life onto people who are passing to the underworld. Ankh tattoos are generally on the ankle, wrist, shoulder and sometimes on the chest. It is a good symbol tattoo to have because it looks great and holds the meaning of long life.

Djed
This symbol is known as the backbone of the god Osiris and represents stability and strength. This is a phallic symbol, which means it represents the strength of a man; in fact during the Egyptian renewal Festival the Djed would be raised symbolising the "potency and duration of the Pharaoh's rule". This as a tattoo would be suitable on the spine, lower stomach, or chest.

Feather of Maat
This represents truth, justice, morality and balance. It was the Pharaoh's job to uphold these principles and pass the responsibility onto the next Pharaoh. This symbol as a tattoo is very suitable for someone who is a leader and believes in these principles.

Udjat
Also known as the eye of Horus this is one of the most popular symbols that you can find as a tattoo. It represents healing and protection. It was also used as a measurement tool and was divided into 6 pieces:
1) 1/2
2) 1/4
3) 1/8
4) 1/16
5) 1/32
6) 1/64

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