Tattoos based on the ancient Egyptian pantheon: ideas and meanings

The history of mankind counts many beliefs that appeared, gained power and then disappeared. However, some of them, though they have lost their status as religions, have retained their cultural and historical significance. Among them is the religion of the ancient Egyptians.

Colorful deities, mysterious pyramids, bizarre hieroglyphs, and sacred symbols are all popular subjects for tattoos. If you are planning to score a tattoo in the Egyptian style, read the article to the end: we will tell you everything you need to know about the gods and goddesses of Egypt, as well as the meaning of the symbolism of this ancient civilization.

The distinctive features of tattoos Egypt

More than four thousand years ago, the art of tattooing was already known in Egypt. Initially this privilege was enjoyed by the weaker sex, but then the art of tattooing became available to men as well.

Tattoos had a sacred meaning to the Egyptians, as with dots and lines they expressed energy flows. Today, images of this type are not as popular as animal body art and the Egyptian style of graphics, which stands out among other types.

Distinctive features of Egyptian body art are the presence of recognizable symbols such as:

• sculptures, structures, objects of circumambulation;
• portraits of rulers, mummies;
• cats, birds, hooved animals;
• feathers, lotuses;
• Egyptian symbols;
• Deities of Egypt.

For Men.

In Egypt, Anubis was believed to patronize men engaged in making healing mixtures as well as poisons. A guy who wears his tattoo must always be ready for death and unconditionally accept the dark side of his character, while staying on the path to the light.

The ancients believed that the image of Anubis carried an exclusively negative meaning, however, with the development of modern philosophical currents, the meaning of the Anubis tattoo has expanded somewhat.

A person wearing an outline of the ancient Egyptian god, wants to find the right path of life and stoically endures all the misfortunes. This is the meaning invested in the image of this unfriendly deity.

Often it is applied by people with a difficult fate, believing that everything will change for the better. By the way, to visit the tattoo parlor in order to score a tattoo depicting the god Anubis should be thought carefully, it can greatly complicate your earthly existence.

The meaning of Egyptian tattoos

The meaning of tattoos in the Egyptian style is not subject to unambiguous interpretation. African scholars and historians are still arguing about the meanings of Egyptian mystical symbols and do not reach a consensus. Therefore, the application of such tattoos can be seen as a protest against the world's fundamental religions.

Also, it is possible to regard Egyptian tattoos as a way of attracting fortune to one's side. That is, their use as a talisman against various adversities. Below we will consider the main varieties of Egyptian tattoos and their meaning.

The tattoos of the pharaoh.

One of the most frequent desires of customers is the application of the tattoo of the pharaoh, in particular the young prince Tutankhamen. Also among the visitors of tattoo salons popular images of Nefertiti and Cleopatra, as all of them became famous heroes of films and literary works.

Tattoo of the Goddess Isis

Various Egyptian gods also have a great demand in tattoo salons. One popular motif is the Goddess Isis, the mother goddess, often depicted with wings. It is considered the patroness of the family home, children and successful childbirth.

Tattoo of the Sun God Ra.

The main god of Egypt. Tattoo perfectly suits people with leadership qualities.

Tattoo God Seth.

God of war, representing destruction, death and loss. God Seth is usually depicted as a reptile (alligator or lizard).

Tattoo Goddess of Egypt Bastet

The goddess of the cat, aka Bast. The embodiment of beauty, love and femininity. Most often, the picture is printed in the style of minimalism.

Anubis

God of embalming and burial. It was he who acted as a judge, weighing the heart of the deceased on the scales. It is depicted as a man with the head of a jackal.

Mummy

Mummies are another in-demand image for tattoos. The original meaning associated with resurrection has already been lost and they do not carry any special semantic load. Now the mummy is a kind of zombie, longing for someone's death. Mummies are depicted in a variety of styles from realism to thrash polka.

Pyramid

The symbolism of the pyramids has always been surrounded by mystery, riddles and legends. And this is for a reason: inexplicable things often happen inside the pyramids - batteries are charged/discharged, people get sick/heal, cats go crazy and this inexplicability attracts. One could list a myriad of reasons why this tattoo will always be on trend.

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Egyptian Symbols

Egyptian symbols should include the images below.

Eyes

The Eye of Horus is the most famous Egyptian eye tattoo. It symbolizes the left eye of Horus, which he lost in battle with the god Seth. The eye became a kind of amulet after Horus was healed by the deity Thoth. In ancient times, the symbol was available to all castes, from the Pharaonic dynasty to slaves.

Another similar symbol is the eye of Ra. According to myths, it can tame enemies, help in creative ideas and act as a talisman for the pharaohs. Most often this image is depicted on its own, but sometimes it is inscribed in the sleeve.

Sphinx

A reference to a famous landmark in Egypt, as well as to the Greek myth of Oedipus' unraveled riddle.

Ankh

The Ankh is the famous Egyptian cross. Represented by the image of a cross with the base in the form of a hinge, resembling a key. Therefore other common names are "key of life" and "key of the Nile. It is a symbol of protection, used by Gothic subcultural movements.

Frescoes

Egyptian tattoos are characterized by copies of temple frescoes characteristic of Giza and Luxor. There is no cultic load in such drawings and the main thing is conformity with the client's ideas.

Hieroglyphics

Simple sketches that repeat the real images on the tombs and temples are very popular. In contrast to the times of the pharaohs, their writing is greatly simplified.

The Lotus and the Feather

Myths tell of the creation of our Sun from the lotus flower. The symbol is at the same time the embodiment of sunset and sunrise, rebirth, creative insight and inspiration. The feather of the goddess Maat is the basic element of justice.

The soul receives eternal bliss with the balance of the scales, when on one side of the scale is the feather, and the heart of the deceased on the other. The feather symbolizes justice, truth and balance.

Scarab

Scarabs are a revered symbol in ancient Egypt, they often complement the image and confirm the relationship to one of the subcultures. The sacred powers of the sign help you overcome difficulties, overcome shortcomings and reincarnate into the best version of yourself.

The choice of design of such tattoos is unlimited: the pattern is made in old-school, realistic and dotwork styles. Egyptian tattoos contain enough small details that require an extensive area of application. It is best to apply such tattoos on the hands or on the forearm.

Advantages and disadvantages of the amulet

The presence of positive qualities in the tattoo, undoubtedly, however, there are also negative. The table shows the pros and cons of Egyptian amulets.

Egyptian tattoos protect their owners from misfortune and disease, increase prosperity, help take care of children, establish family relationships. Their protective properties are manifested in both men and women. When choosing a tattoo amulet, it is necessary to study its origin and opposition to negativity.

Sketches of tattoos in the Egyptian style

The variety of all kinds of images on the Egyptian theme is unusually wide. We hope that the images below will help you choose the right Egyptian tattoo or tattoo sketch.

Who is suitable for Anubis

One of the ancient Egyptian deities is "Anubis", who, if you believe in ancient Greek mythology, is the patron of the kingdom of the dead, as well as the lord of the afterlife.

Usually, the Anubis tattoo is preferred by those who have anything to do with mysticism. There are some people who believe that an ancient deity in the form of a tattoo on their body with its power will protect them completely from the influence of evil spirits.

Well, no matter how this character may initially overshadow the tattoo, the pictures still turn out beautiful, deep and interesting.

Proper activation of the power of the amulet

According to ancient Egyptian mythology, the creation of the universe occurred as a result of the merger of the god Osiris and his wife Isis. The ancient Egyptians believed that the entire world around us arose from the union of a woman and a man, the sun and the moon. At the same time, the symbol Ankh represents just such a fusion of different energies.

In ancient times in Egypt, the best time for giving of magical properties to objects was considered an eclipse of the sun. Such astronomical events are very rare phenomena and in some cases a person in his whole life does not encounter them at all. The person has the ability to use the power of the Sun. For this reason, the ritual to activate an amulet is better with the energy of the sun and the moon in two stages.

To do this, it is necessary:

Thoroughly wash the talisman in running water. In a bright moonlit night, go to an open area and raise the Ankh over your head so that the loop looks at the sky. After that, you should say the following words: "I glorify you, Isis, Goddess of all living things, wife of the god Osiris, ruler of time, Mother of all things. I praise thee, Isis, be thou blessed as mother. I ask you to give power to this object to breathe life into it."

The same operation should be done during daytime in sunny weather. In this case, it is important to take into account that no more than 24 hours should pass between both of these rituals.

The ritual of the daytime part of the ritual is to point the symbol at the sun and say the following words: "I glorify your name Osiris as a blessed God of all things, the king of eternity, the possessor of time. I praise thee Osiris, ruler of the eternal and incorruptible, as possessor of various guises and limitless majestic qualities. Please Osiris, send your powers to this amulet, help to breathe life into it."

If a person has a tattoo in the form of Ankh, it is not necessary to activate it. Such a ritual may be performed only once in a lifetime. After the ritual is performed, the amulet will retain the acquired energy and strength for many years.

How to use Ankh

With the help of the Ankh, it is possible to significantly increase a person's inner strength in various practices. This sign especially helps people engaged in divination and magic, because they often face a lack of inner energy. If you intend to develop in the field of magical practices, then this talisman will surely help you.

The right Ankh should be made of a metal alloy. For women, a silver talisman is best suited. If it is a question of men, it is recommended to use an Ankh made of gold. The energy of this sign has much in common with the energy of the celestial luminaries. Experts recommend using a leather lanyard to wear the talisman around the neck. It is not allowed to wear a pendant made of a chain and a sign.

Initially, it is necessary to wear the sign for two to three hours a day, this time is extremely not recommended to exceed. At the first stages, a person may feel discomfort. This is directly related to the fact that the powerful energy of Ankh begins to gradually enter into interaction with the internal reserves of the human body. As a rule, after a week or two, all unpleasant feelings pass, and a person fully adapts to the influence of the sign. After this term, it is possible to begin to wear the talisman already much longer.

The magic talisman can be worn at carrying out of magical rituals and at meditation. With its help, it is possible to receive an additional flow of energy, increasing human strength. The sign is excellent for both white and dark magicians. In its essence, it is a neutral amulet.

Once all the discomfort of using the Ankh is gone, one can gradually begin to move on to the next stage of development. The full disclosure of the wearer's inner potential is possible only in the state of sleep. Night is the best time for creation and learning something new. In the night, put on a talisman and open your consciousness to new and unexplored secret knowledge, which will open to you hitherto unknown horizons of magical practices.

The talisman can be applied in the form of a talisman.

Tattoo masters use Egyptian symbols to create single images as well as to form whole compositional plots from it. There can be several traditional thematic signs on one sketch at a time. Tattoos with pharaohs and deities are made in the size of 10-15 cm, not more. Images that do not have the appearance of symbols, apply only in profile, but not in full-face.

Totem animals are placed in half-turns. Pyramids and the Sphinx are usually supplemented with:

• sacred utensils;
• priests;
• a river;
• palm trees.

Those wishing to have an Egyptian tattoo on the thigh are advised to place it on the side or outer side, as the least sensitive areas are located there.

Places with a high pain threshold are considered:

• abdomen;
• forearms;
• chest;
• upper back;
• shoulders.

  

The pain level for a tattoo will depend on:

• the experience of the specialist;
• the localization of the tattoo;
• quality of equipment;
• the client's physical condition and psychological state of mind;
• his pain threshold and skin condition.

Tattoos with Egyptian themes allow depicting on the body the imprints of the history of the Ancient world. Drawings with such symbols can be both single and composite. This fact proves their universality. Before applying the tattoo, the master creates a sketch according to the wishes of the client.

After it is ready, the specialist does the following with his working area:

• sterilizes the tools;
• packs in the film what is not sterilized;
• prepares and carefully lays out the necessary materials;
• inserts needles into the spouts installed on the machine;
• protects power cords and machines with disposable covers;
• fills special caps with the necessary paints.

  

The process of creating a tattoo:

1. A sketch printed on a printer is transferred to a transfer sheet, which is then trimmed to the outline.
2. The tattoo area is shaved and treated with antiseptic.
3. Next, the skin is lubricated with a composition for transferring the sketch.
4. The image is applied to the body and gently pressed down.
5. After 5-7 seconds, the sketch is removed and its contours remain on the skin. In addition, use a special marker for outlining the body.
6. The machine needle is dipped into the paint and begins to draw. Excess paint is removed with a cotton pad or napkin.
7. Having mastered the contours, they fill the interior space of the obtained image with colored paints, but from a different machine specifically designed for this purpose. In the drawing move from lighter colors to darker tones.
8. Upon completion of the work the skin with a tattoo is treated with a healing and disinfecting agent. Next, this area is tightened with an absorbent bandage or film, which is fixed with a plaster.

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