The meaning of the tattoo wind rose can be both positive and negative. Several centuries ago, such a tattoo could be seen on the body of sailors and travelers, who sacredly believed that it would bring them good luck in their wanderings and show the right path. In recent years, the tattoo wind Rose has become very popular in the criminal world among prisoners who "coil" time in prison. Although it is not uncommon to see such an image on the body of an ordinary person who is not associated with crime.
Tattoo of the wind rose
The tattoo of the wind rose is one of the oldest symbols, which adorned their body sailors. Until now, its image has remained unchanged - it is a stylized Polaris with rays of equal length, indicating the sides of the world. Four long rays indicate north, south, west and east, and four short ones - intermediate rhumbas. The number of rays can be different - from four to sixteen.
The sketch of the wind rose tattoo may contain other elements: a rose, a skull, a map, a feather and so on. Depends on your idea and the vision of the master. The tattoo looks equally good in black and white, as well as in color.
The image served as a talisman for superstitious sailors - they believed that the compass star would lead them home, would not let them stray from the path and die. After all, in ancient times the sea route was often laid without a map, focusing on the stars, and the tailwind has always helped sailors.
The meaning of the tattoo of the wind rose is the aspiration to the goal, the orientation to the sides of the world, the direction to the home. Later this image became a sign of the highest valor, belonging to the bravest warriors. This tattoo was also used by pirates.
The sign of the wind rose also suits those who do not sail the sea, but simply love to travel, seeks to brighten up the routine and whisk away. For them, this tattoo represents freedom. Sometimes this tattoo means finding your way.
This image has a different meaning associated with prison symbolism. It is worn by the blatnoys, representatives of the highest rank among the arrested. Prisoners put paired tattoos with the image of the eight-pointed wind rose on their knees, under their collarbones and on their shoulders. It signifies rebellion, denial of the prison regime. The stars on the shoulders are the sign of a "thief in law.
A wind rose tattooed on the knees indicates that its owner will not go down on his knees before the law. The tattoos under the collarbones belong to those convicts who are against the prison order.
The image of the wind rose is very common: for example, it is the symbol of the Russian Emergencies Ministry and the Special Forces of South Africa. A rose with four rays decorates NATO's flag, symbolizing the organization's desire to consolidate its influence on all continents. The rose with 16 rays is a symbol of the CIA.
The Wind Rose tattoo, as a rule, is chosen by men, pricking it on the shoulder or ankle. The image is more often single-color.
Romantic women can also choose this sign, sometimes instead of vector rays in the center is applied a real scarlet rose. Such a tattoo is beautiful in color.
"Thieves' stars": what this tattoo means - Rambler/news
Recently, tattoos have become a very popular decoration among young people. And not everyone thinks about the meanings and history of the appearance of certain body art. However, according to the rules of the criminal world, some tattoos are not allowed to be worn by people without a certain status. This statement applies primarily to the so-called "thieves' stars".
The prison star tattoo originated from the image of the so-called Rose of the Winds. Earlier, the Rose of the Winds as a talisman was embroidered on their bodies by sailors. In ancient times, sailors were guided only by the stars, so they believed that this image resembling a star would help them to return from a long journey unharmed. Pirates known for their cruelty and aggressiveness also depicted stars on their bodies.
A little later, such stars were popular among warriors as well. Rose of the winds became the hallmark of those of them who have ever shown particular courage in battle.
So the Rose of the Winds became not only the star of sailors, but also a symbol of life's journey, its meaning. In the prison environment it has remained this symbol, as it is thanks to the "thieves' stars" that one can learn about the life priorities of their owner.
"Thieves' star" is usually a paired tattoo. Two identical figures are placed symmetrically on the body. So stars are depicted in pairs on the shoulders, under the collarbone or on the knees.
"Thieves' stars" are one of the few tattoos that are not accompanied by any inscriptions. They simply do not need them, because all knowledgeable people already know the meaning of each of them. However, often in the center of the star you can see images of other symbols, various objects, animals, and even portraits of historical figures.
Thus the most common eight-pointed star, each beam of which is divided into white and black halves, means "Crush the activists!" By the way, black symbolizes the thief's origin, and white symbolizes the human origin. These colors, in turn, say that the thief "sows in freedom and in prison the thieves and the people" and lives by certain rules. The star with the image of a wolf should be "read" as "man to man is a wolf. And a cat's face can be a symbol of a pickpocket.
The current rules for performing and wearing thieves' tattoos were formed in the mid-50s of the last century. According to these rules this or that tattoo must be earned. For example, "thieves' stars" on the shoulders only a thief in law has the right to wear. The so-called deniers - those who do not recognize any prison order - get the subclavian stars on their shoulders. But stars on the knees mean that their owner will never humiliate himself in front of anyone: neither fellow inmates, nor the prison authorities or other representatives of the law.
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If you are in no way connected with the criminal world, it is better to refrain from such tattoos. Because, it may turn out, for them will have to answer, namely to prove that the natal drawings you deserved. Even ordinary stars on the lap of a person who really doesn't want to bend to anyone is likely to cause a lot of trouble. First of all, the other inmates will test the cellmate's strength to prove, not by drawings, but by deeds, the importance of his tattoo. It has always been customary in criminal circles to take responsibility for their words and actions. So there's probably no need to talk about what will happen to the one who bears the "thieves' stars" on his shoulders.
History of the tattoo
Initially, a compass (wind rose) tattoo was given to sailors. The fact is that in ancient times, the reference points for the ship's workers were only the stars, and the main fellow travelers and companions - the sea winds. Other opportunities to correctly assess their path and change the direction was not. Because of this, what the wind rose tattoo means was extremely important to the sailors. They had this as their only possible helper and even in a sense a guardian angel.
Later, such an image stuffed himself not only peace-loving sailors, but also pirates. Over time, the tattoo became popular among the jailers, at them it had a special meaning and helped define the member of the highest caste.
Nowadays, the designation of the wind rose in tattoo culture remains the same. Most often it is depicted as a stylized Polaris with rays of equal length. The presence of the four sides of the world is also important. Sometimes the tattoo also depicts intermediate rhumbas - four short rays. The total number of rays can range from four to sixteen.
The meaning of the tattoo of the wind rose
The wind rose is a special symbol associated not only with the four parts of the world, but also with the same number of elements, seasons, human temperament. It means a variety of certain manifestations, and also indicates the importance of the center, the cross and the circle, that is as if symbolized by the "golden mean.
By its meaning the picture is suitable for all travelers and lovers of freedom, independence from circumstances and people around. For those who wish to brighten up the dull routine and change their life, the "tattoo" can become a reminder that everything is in our hands. In this case, the wind rose symbolizes freedom, and in some cases also the search for their destination, the path of life.
Often the tattoo is also printed as a sign of a right choice already made as a symbol of success in business, getting rid of risk or a successful resolution of important tasks. Sometimes it can also mean a return home or a desire to remain in one's native land under any circumstances.
In some sources, the interpretation of the compass tattoo may be somewhat different. It is also believed that it is a symbol of determination and a sign for strong, confident individuals. In some cases, the wind rose is also a sign of good luck, infinite luck and eternal prosperity. People with such a pattern easily cope with the troubles of life and calmly survive strokes of fate.
Sometimes the wind rose - a special amulet for the owner of the tattoo, which helps to go and achieve their goals and not to stray from the course, squandered on trifles. In some cases, the sign also symbolizes courage, honor and valor.
Interesting is also the interpretation of the phrase "rose of the winds" itself, which may have influenced the meaning of the tattoo of the wind rose on the zone. The fact is that the word "rose" means purity, perfection, indicates an ideal person, and "wind" indicates the direction of movement. In any case, the image is excellent for a person with deep knowledge in a variety of fields, travelers, fans of extreme adventures and changes in life, those who like to challenge fate.
What does the tattoo of the wind rose mean for sailors?
For the sailor, the image of the wind rose on his body was a reminder that he must first of all reach his goal and return home. In a way, the image served as a sign of home, whichever side of the world they were in. Seafarers were quite superstitious and believed that a tattoo of a wind rose meant not just a symbol of the sides of the world, but
and a kind of guide to help you survive the difficult journey and arrive at the port. Later seafarers considered such a tattoo to be a sign of the best reward or encouragement from the captain, it was given only to distinguished and valorous servants.
After a while, not only respectable sailors, but also pirates began to have it tattooed. Symbolism of a sign at them a little bit similar to value of a tattoo a rose of winds at cons. In pirates, the compass was struck only to aggressive, fearless, unyielding and firm in their decisions men, and in prison, this tattoo indicated the thief in law, an extremely respected person. The symbolism of the wind rose among prisoners, however, should be examined in more detail.
The prison meaning of the tattoo
In the twentieth century, tattoos became common not only among sailors, but also in places not so distant. Prison laws forbade tattoos that were inconsistent with the status of the tattoo owner or that in any way embellished his status. Those who wished to rise in the eyes of prison officials by means of an "untrue" tattoo were most often only punished severely.
The criminal meaning of the Wind Rose tattoo is somewhat similar to that of the pirates. If the unscrupulous sailors tattoo meant a malicious and aggressive man, then the cons it symbolizes the belonging of man to the "blatnom", most often indicating a thief in the law. Also, the tattoo can indicate a rebel, a prisoner who denies the accepted regime.
With different location of the image, the meaning of the tattoo of the wind rose in the zone will be different. Some tattoos indicate a person who will not kneel before the wardens or even the law itself, generally denying the law and condemning the legal system.
Liability for AUE tattoos has been clarified
According to legal experts, the recognition of AUU ("Prison Criminal Unity", aka "Prison Unity") as an extremist and banned organization in Russia is more of a declarative nature, since AUU has never been officially registered. However from now on, "an open demonstration of affiliation with this organization, including through its symbols," can lead to administrative and even criminal liability. However, there is no clear legal definition of what constitutes "AUU symbols.
"MK asked the question: can tattoos with criminal significance be considered as such, and shouldn't they be removed as soon as possible?
There is no consensus on the symbolism of the organization. However, forensic experts have their own way of determining whether a person belongs to the criminal environment - by tattoos.
- If there is a "mural" on the body that has a certain meaning in the criminal environment, then its owner, if not belonging to this environment himself, then has contacts in it or just interested, - says forensic expert Natalia Sinitsyna.
Disagree with her tattoo-master, assuring that "body painting" with a reference to the criminal romance is often ordered by customers who have nothing to do with this part of life:
- Some realize that they are asking for a picture with a convict sense, but it seems to them that it is quite innocent - shares the master of the tattoo parlor Marat. - But there are those who do not even realize that this or that image in the criminal world may have a particular meaning. I try to warn, of course. But customers usually look at me like a fool: they say, and what's your business! But now that such a tattoo can lead to unpleasant consequences, I think they will thank me for the warnings...
Most lawyers believe that while a tattoo with the acronym AUE can be prosecuted for demonstrating the name of an organization banned in Russia, tattoos that are simply popular in prisons should not be punished. After all, it is extremely difficult to prove that a person made such a tattoo deliberately, alluding to his membership in a banned movement.
- But due to the fact that there is no clear classification of the identifying signs of the forbidden movement, there can be legal confusion, so it is better to avoid tattoos with the meaning of arrest! - Warns lawyer Oleg Sinegubov.
Given that the fashion for tattoos is not only held for many years, but also periodically acquires the character of a boom, to put a tattoo with criminal overtones by accident is much easier than it seems, since the meaning of each particular image for the criminal world is not known to everyone.
- In the criminal environment, tattoos are needed to inform others of the status of their owner," explains Marat. - And if, say, rings on the fingers, crosses on the chest and domes on the back, many people associate with prison, there are pictures that most people have no idea about the meaning of ...
Here are examples of tattoo plots, popular with ordinary people, but containing a specific message to the criminal world:
- An image of a SEAL on any part of the body - not my first term.
- A rose with thorns on a woman's body - I'm a lesbian.
- A rose with a smooth stem - I sat down to adulthood.
- A rose on my thigh wrapped in barbed wire - I am a passive forced lesbian.
- A rose on a man's back - a "downer."
- A rose and a heart - being stuffed by a sitter for rape.
- Wind Rose (eight-pointed star) - a thief in the law.
- Skull with crossed bones - I'm serving a life sentence.
- I, for example, have a tattoo with a rose on it - will I be prosecuted now?! - I ask the lawyer Maya Shevtsova.
- There is no practice in Russia yet to prosecute for tattoos with the symbols of banned organizations. However, there is a law that stipulates responsibility for this. For example, article 20.3 of the Administrative Violations Code of the Russian Federation establishes responsibility for propaganda or public demonstration of prohibited attributes or symbols - a fine from 1,000 to 2,000 rubles and administrative arrest for up to 15 days.
The article has a note that its sanction does not apply to symbols that "form a negative attitude toward the above banned movement. It is not yet clear what that might look like. Maybe the symbols of the banned movement should be crossed out, crossed crosswise, encircled in a red circle, or marked in some other way with a negative meaning.
Published in the newspaper "Moskovsky Komsomolets" #28341 on August 19, 2020.
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Differences in the meaning of the tattoo of the rose of the winds in a girl and a guy
Since in ancient times there were no women sailors (and even now you can not meet them), the drawing with a compass in girls did not meet, as well as other drawings on the body. As for prison tattoos, images with romantic meanings were more common among women, so the meaning of the Wind Rose tattoo was not preserved among women prisoners.
If we talk about sketches with a modern interpretation, then here the symbolism of the tattoo is preserved for both sexes. Regardless of who is the owner of the drawing, it symbolizes purposefulness, independence, the way of life, acts as a talisman or points to the traveler in life or in the soul. In general, the compass tattoo is considered predominantly male, although it can also be found on women's bodies.
To summarize
Taking all of the above into account, the wind rose is no longer as versatile and ambiguous as it used to be. Alas, travelers today can not safely apply the rose of the winds, it has lost the meaning of good luck on the road.
But young people are increasingly looking at it, considering it the epitome of pathos and belonging to some elite circle.
Foolishly, they attach too much importance to the external beauty of the wind rose tattoo, without thinking about its meaning. Still, the history of the wind rose has dark stains on it that can no longer be washed away from its reputation.
Stylistic solution
To date, the most successful style for the wind rose tattoo is the old skool. It originated in the XIX century, and it is among sailors. Until our time, the style has undergone many changes not only in appearance, but also in the process of padding, but has remained the best option for those tattoo lovers who want to see on your body the real seafarer nail.
One of the other popular styles used for this design is minimalism. The peculiarity of this technique is the use of only black paint and maximum simplification of the symbol, turning it into a small and understandable graphic drawing for everyone. Occasionally, minimalism is also complemented by elements of graphics, dotwork, watercolor, realism and other styles.
Additional elements for the tattoo
In the case when the sketch is made in the technique of old skool, it is often supplemented by other drawings characteristic of this technique. These include a swallow, a rose, an anchor, a map, skulls and others. If the tattoo means the desire to find his place in life, it is better to complement it with an anchor, and in the case when the owner of the tattoo - a traveler, it will be interesting to look a combination of the wind rose with a map. Tattoo wind rose for girls can be decorated with stars, flowers or a beautiful ornament. However, the final choice depends primarily on the imagination of the master and your vision of your sketch.
Tattoo of the wind rose: meaning, sketches and photos of finished works
Tattoo is a great way of self-expression, which is in great demand in the modern world. Among the many sketches, men and girls often choose images of animalistic or botanical themes. However, the most popular option is considered to be diagrams, symbols and signs that have a regular geometric shape. Among all the sketches with such images, the most popular option is considered a tattoo of a wind rose. The rose of the winds is a polygon that is in great demand among men. Girls also do not bypass this symbol, because the rose is a symbol of sincere, unquenchable love and beauty.
Choice of style and design
At the moment, among the great variety of styles, the style of old skool, which is considered ideal for the tattoo of the wind rose, is very popular. Also in demand is the image in the style of minimalism, a feature of which is the simplicity and brevity, the maximum simplicity of the sign. Also, the tattoo can be complemented by various elements made in the following styles:
- Dotwork.
- Graphics.
- Watercolor.
- Realism.
As for the sketches, the wind rose is often depicted as an independent subject. However, the wind rose is a symbol of maritime themes, so many complement it with ships, a lighthouse or compass, thanks to which you can create a unique and attractive composition.
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Tattoo of the wind rose: history
This sign was first used by sailors and men who closely connected their lives with the sea. The reason for this lies in the fact that in distant times, the reference point for the sea vessel was the stars, and the main fellow travelers - sea winds. As there was no technology, the wind and stars are the only means to assess the route and its correctness, it was impossible to change the direction independently. For this reason, the tattoo with the image of the rose of the winds symbolized a helper, able to lead sailors to the right path and embodied their guardian angel.
A little later, a tattoo with a pattern of the wind rose began to use itself not only sailors, but also pirates. Later, the tattoo wind rose became popular among the prisoners, after which it was considered to be their symbol, allowing to designate representatives of the higher caste. At the moment, the tattoo wind rose remained unchanged, the sketch must contain rays of equal length, direction to all sides of the world, with a rose displayed stylized as the North Star. In general, the number of rays can be either four or sixteen, here it all depends on the selected sketch.
Meaning for women
Sometimes tattoos in the form of the wind rose do and the fair sex. Women often choose images in the styles of old-school and watercolor. For the fair sex, such a tattoo will mean:
- desire to travel
- willpower
- Independent, freedom-loving character
The tattoo with the image of the wind rose will tell about the independent character of its owner.
Such a woman knows her own worth and will never be humiliated. In addition, the owner of the original tattoo likes to travel and learn a lot of new things in life. Although sometimes the tattoo in the form of the wind rose women do because of the effectivity of the figure, and not because of the special meaning.
The meaning of the tattoo winds rose
The wind rose is a symbol that is associated not only with the sides of the world, but also symbolizes the number of seasons, human temperaments, the elements, etc. In general, this symbol serves as an indicator of diversity in any of the manifestations, indicating the importance of the center, symbolizing the "golden middle". The symbol is ideal for those who love freedom and travel, independence from the environment, circumstances or people. Also, the wind rose tattoo will always remind its owner that everything is only in his hands.
Tattoo of the wind rose can symbolize the path of life, his quest or serve as a symbol that the right choice has already been made, with the nail will represent success in matters devoid of risk. The wind rose is a symbol of victory over difficulties and obstacles, demonstrating the success and prosperity of solutions and tasks that have been set before. Some use the tattoo of the wind rose as a symbol of return home, love for the native places to which one can return regardless of the surrounding situation and circumstances.
Also, many believe that the wind rose together with the compass can serve as a symbol for strong, purposeful and confident people. Sometimes, the wind rose is used as a symbol of prosperity, luck and good fortune, because people with such an image on their bodies always easily overcome life's difficulties and blows of fate. Many believe that this symbol can become a talisman, a guiding element that does not allow you to stray from the right path. Another meaning of the wind rose tattoo is honor and courage, valor and boldness.
Meaning for men and girls
In general, a tattoo with a drawing of a wind rose can be used, both men and girls, because the value of the tattoo is universal. However, in the old days, there were no female sailors, in fact, as well as now, so the figure among the female sex is not particularly popular. As for men, for them it is a symbol of determination and independence, which serves as a talisman and helps in achieving goals.
Of particular importance for the tattoo wind Rose is a prisoner in prison. As you know, prison laws prohibit tattoos that do not match the status and position of the prisoner. Those who attempted to elevate themselves in the eyes of other inmates with untrue tattoos were quickly identified and then severely punished.
The tattoo of the wind rose has about the same meaning in the criminal world as it does for pirates. Here, the wind rose is a symbol of the "blatant" prisoners, often thieves in the law (with the tattoo is applied to the shoulders - as if to "crown" the offender). Also, the wind rose on his body using the "deniers" or rebels.
Symbolism .
It is not uncommon for a tattoo in the form of a wind rose to be done by both men and women. The original body drawing looks spectacular in different styles. Such natal drawings for representatives of both sexes mean freedom, independence, love of travel, willpower.
In the criminal world, such a personal drawing had its own special meaning. So if a tattoo in the form of a wind rose was made on the knees, such an image meant that the owner of the tattoo will never be on his knees.
Tattoo of a wind rose on your arm, shoulders and other parts of your body
When choosing a body area for a tattoo, it is important to choose a sketch as well as the size of the tattoo. In general, the tattoo with the image of the wind rose men most often stuffed on the shoulder, forearm or in the wrist area. Less popular areas of the body are the chest, ribs or calves on the legs. As for the color scheme, then looking at the finished work can be clearly said that the tattoo of the wind rose is printed in black or gray. Sometimes there are tattoos that use sea shades, such as green, blue or purple.
It is also extremely important to know where prisoners use this symbol on their bodies. Often the prison wind rose is depicted under the collarbones or on the shoulders (a symbol of thieves in law), as well as on the knees, which symbolizes strength of spirit. The meaning of the kneeling rose of the winds is I will not kneel.
Placement on the body
Sailors most often nabbed themselves such a tattoo on the shoulder, as well as, however, other drawings. The sketch with a modern interpretation can be stuffed on the forearm, especially popular placement in the wrist area. Less often tattooed on the ribs, chest or in combination with other symbols on the calf.
Particularly important is the correct placement of the pattern for the convict tattoo. For example, the prison tattoo of the wind rose can be punched or under the collarbones or on the shoulders or on the knees. In the first case, the tattoo indicates a "blatant" man. If the tattoo is placed on the knees, however, the tattoo says "I will not kneel!"
