This symbol can carry a humorous sense or, conversely, a deeply philosophical. Those who believe in the magical properties of the frog, apply it in the hope that it will bring prosperity. Others, people with a cheerful disposition and a broad outlook, just like how the picture looks. The meaning of the frog tattoo for girls depends on the attributes depicted next to it.
If you depicted in the most prominent place a tattoo in the form of a princess frog with an arrow in his paw, then, most likely, the surrounding people will consider that you are in active search of a groom.
History of the symbol: myths, works of artists
In Russia, the toad was often present in fairy tales, as an enchanted tsarevna or, conversely, as an accomplice of villains. In the Slavs, almost every object/thing could be given opposite meanings. This happened also with the toad: our ancestors worshipped it as a symbol of fertility, and with the advent of Christianity began to attribute to it the meaning of sinfulness and greed.
Other peoples were not so categorical, and worshipped the frog for its ability to die and reborn each year, as well as for the ability to cause rain. From this we get another meaning of the frog tattoo - death and resurrection. The toad's ability to renew its skin is seen as a renewal, a cycle of life, cell regeneration and youth. In Egypt, the toad was considered an obligatory attribute for rituals: according to legend, Osiris was resurrected with their participation. This is also evidenced by cult objects depicting toads and wall paintings, which were left in the tombs.
The Celts worshipped this amphibian as a deity. The toad was called the Queen of the Earth and believed in its ability to make water sources curative. In our country it is valued for its love of cleanliness, by the way! If a frog settled in your cellar, it was a sign of cleanliness and protection against insects and worms, which can damage supplies for the winter, so it was not carried away from the dugout, and even more so, not killed.
Although there is a long-standing belief that a frog should not be killed because it can be a favorite of any witch and its death will bring the wrath of the witch upon the killer. Other sources say that he who is able to kill a frog will kill anyone. In general, don't be offended by toads, because they look so cute on tattoos and in illustrations to fairy tales.
The occultists believe in the magical properties of toads. In some cultures they are considered allies of dark forces, that they can be possessed by evil spirits, that they cannot be touched because of the poison produced by the skin.
From China came to us statuettes in the form of a fat toad sitting on a pile of money with a coin in its mouth. It is not difficult to guess that there it is considered as a money talisman, as well as a symbol of female energy. In ancient Egypt, it was worshipped as an attribute accompanying the Goddess Isis, who was the patron saint of infants and their mothers. In Greece it was associated with Aphrodite, the patroness of lovers.
In the modern world, the subjects for body painting are taken from comic books, where the main characters are drawn in the form of toads. Also, in recent years, there are many paintings, in which you can borrow the plot for the tattoo.
Basically, a person associates himself with this frog, and its pose shows his characteristic quality. For example, a girl who likes comfort can ask the master to depict a frog in a robe and slippers. A business lady may choose toad tattoos with glasses and a business suit. Men, on the other hand, prefer monochrome images, which are applied as a talisman for good luck in business.
What to pay attention to when choosing
When buying an amulet, it is necessarily necessary to look at what color the three-legged toad is. Ideally, it should be gold or bronze. But you can buy a reddish figurine. In this case, you can attract in your life not only wealth but also health. For a quick climb up the career ladder or success in business, Chinese sages recommend to take a three-legged toad made of semi-precious jadeite (it's green!).
You should also pay attention to the location of the coin in the toad's mouth. The coin should come out freely. If the statuette is sold without a coin, there must be a hole in its mouth to place one. Choose a frog with a glued money sign should only be those people who do not know how to control their spending.
Tattoo of a frog meaning for girls
It was believed that where there was a toad, a child would soon be born, so her image could apply those who wanted to become pregnant. The Slavs believed that infants in the house brings not a stork, and the frog, and she finds them not in the cabbage, and in the water. Those who had not yet found their match, could also come to the aid of a tattoo of a frog with his tongue.
Used and philosophical meaning of the frog tattoo for girls, symbolizing longevity, abundance, life, creativity and fertility. In these cases, the frog can be painted with sacred symbols to give the tattoo the power of a talisman. In the past, it was believed that the kvakusha helped in childbirth and in general, is a symbol of fertility.
That's why the kvakusha is so beloved by women, because it is considered the patron saint of mothers, helps maintain abundance, harmonize sexual life, find a loved one and become the only one for him.
Description
The three-legged toad is usually made of gold. The Chinese believe that it is in this form that it can bring maximum benefit. Because not everyone can afford to buy gold statuettes, they are also made of metal or semi-precious stone. In this case, the toads are depicted in very different ways:
- Sitting on bills, coins or bars of gold.
- Sitting on a stand shaped like a Bagua map.
- Decorated with pearls or precious stones.
- Climbing on the back of Hotei or any animal.
There are also frogs surrounded by gold bars and symbols of the zodiac signs, as well as made in the form of women's jewelry, pendants or key chains. In any case, all three-legged money toads must have huge bulging eyes made of red stones. The constellation of the Big Dipper or several hieroglyphs may be painted on their backs.
Tattoo frog meaning for men
Here preference is given to graphic images that resemble ancient ritual drawings. The frog in the image of a wealthy man, with a cigar in his mouth in front of a dish with expensive food - so artists see millionaires, and men believe that such an image will help them achieve prosperity.
A symbol of three monkeys, meaning "hear nothing, see nothing, say nothing," is often stuffed, but in the role of the macaques are the frog. For some, the image of a toad is a sign of greed, greediness, and vices. And such a tattoo you see in this photo of a frog tattoo.
The exception may be people associated by profession with animals, travel, in general, naturalists. If he has spent his life studying the behavior of amphibians in the jungle, a colorful, realistic depiction of a whole picture with several frogs in different poses is appropriate and justified.
Technique of execution
For a cartoon funny tattoo with a frog suits the style of new skull (see photos in the gallery). The bright saturated image is volumetric and convex. The composition can be supplemented with details and a well-viewed storyline. For example, a frog sitting on a leaf with a crown on its head. It would be appropriate to add an arrow to this image, which lies nearby or which the fairy tale heroine is holding in her clutches. For the sketch, choose a photo of small size and rounded regular shape. For the place of application will suit the arm, shoulder, shoulder blade, stomach.
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The legend of the mystical amphibian
It is interesting that having a three-legged toad in one's house was customary back in ancient China. There are even several interesting legends about it. We offer you one of them. In ancient times, there was one greedy robber. He robbed and killed everyone who met on the way. He spared neither children, nor women, nor ordinary people, nor the gods who lived at that time on earth. He stole so much that he had nowhere else to put his wealth, but he didn't notice it. Everything seemed to him not enough. That is why the robber never even once thought about quitting his ignoble business.
People were so tired of this bandit's attacks that they decided to appeal to Buddha to immediately call the obnoxious man to account and punish him. They were anxious that peace should finally prevail on earth. Buddha responded to the prayers and summoned the robber. But the robber was so remorseful and frantic in his pleas for mercy that Buddha decided not to kill him, but simply to teach him a lesson. And he turned the robber into a three-legged toad with a coin in his mouth. Since then, the money frog has been giving people all the goods once looted by the guilty. It will do so until the end of time.
There are several answers to the question of why the toad is three-legged. Perhaps the robber didn't agree to go to Buddha first, so he had to be taken by force. Along the way he lost one of his legs. The second version of the legend says that Buddha was not sure that the robber, having turned into a toad, would not jump away, and so he took away one of his legs. It is unknown how things actually happened, but the Chinese believe that the three-legged frog has been under the watchful eye of the gods ever since.
Where to place the statue in the house
Many people wonder where to place a three-legged toad to attract money. The answer is: near the very entrance in such a position that the frog as if jumped into the house. If there are several toads, it is better to put them in different rooms. In this case, one of them should be placed in the south-eastern sector of your home. It is also possible to place the toad on your desk, but not in front of you, otherwise there will be no use of it. If there is an aquarium in the house, it is necessary to put a money figure on it. In this case, the action of the talisman will be strengthened.
Consider where not to place a shaggy toad with a coin. It will be of no use if it is placed:
- On high shelves or cupboards.
- In the bedroom - there the talisman will not bring the desired effect.
- In the kitchen - there the toad will be too hot.
- In the toilet or bathroom - in these rooms, the figure will be filled with negative energy.
It is categorically not recommended to place the toad so that it looks out the window or door. In such a case, it will start to "expel" money from the house, instead of attracting it. If you live in a private sector, try to take the figurine out into a yard and place it on the wettest place (where you often notice live frogs). So you can attract big money in your life. The main thing is to remember that there should not be more than nine three-legged toads in the house. So, don't be too carried away by buying them.
How to activate and use
In order to activate the talisman, you should do some actions. After purchase, the figure should be placed in water. Best of all, in an aquarium, but in its absence, simply in a bowl of water. After a day, the figure should be taken out and set in a prepared place. Wipe it can not. The Chinese usually put at the bottom of the home fountain. They believe that running water can enhance the attracted flows of energy of money. After activation, you should often think of your helper, talk to it, stroke it, ask it to improve financial well-being. This is necessary so that the toad "does not forget" to spit out a coin.
What to do if the toad is broken
If you carelessly dropped the statuette and it cracked, do not panic. There will be no negative consequences for you. Remove a broken talisman from your house and buy a new one. The best way to do this is in a store which specializes in selling such items. In the future, try to keep the figurine carefully, away from children, animals and envious people. If the three-legged toad broke a coin, what to do? The answer is this: the money should also be thrown away. It is necessary to do it with gratitude for the service incurred. You can say, "Dear coin! Thank you for (list). You have coped with the task entrusted to you with "excellent". Now you can rest, and I deserve more!"
