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Teenagers and young adults flock to tattoos due to wanting to represent their personality and find an outlet for their creative spirit. It is interesting because of all the forms of expression that are popular; tattoos are one of the most approved in all societies.
Since tattoos are so widely enjoyed all around the world why not get body art of your own. If you are considering a tattoo but are not sure what design would interest you put the possibility of a turtle tattoo on your list.
A turtle is not just an animal; it also is a representation of many deep messages in every culture. One reason is that turtles are known for living an extraordinarily long time. Also turtles are well protected due to their shell from being attacked. So it is no wonder that turtles have been used for transferring meanings in cultures for many years.
One significance of turtles is seen in Native American tribes where turtles are seen as divine creatures. For example, the Huron tribe believes that turtles lead to the creation of the entire world.
In their belief it states that a girl fell from the sky. But when she reached Earth it was only water, which was not suitable to the girl. The water animals took the girl to the old turtle, which was considered wise. The turtle with the help of the girl took dirt from the water and placed it on the turtle’s shell. The soil expanded creating the land and Earth known today.
This myth is only one of many incidences where cultures believe turtles hold a higher significance especially in the creation of the world. Often the turtle’s shell supports the land or sky in these creation stories.
Turtles have many meanings attached to them from loyalty to relaxation depending on the society. Some other common symbols the turtle represents are courage, patience, intelligence, protection, determination, and many others.
Turtle tattoos are wonderful for the added bonus of creating a unique turtle. Tattoo artists encourage using the shell for a sort of hidden design or message.
You could make the shell have a loved one’s name or the Chinese character for wisdom tattooed right onto the turtle’s shell. This makes the turtle more original and meaningful to you.
Also you could put on the turtle shell other important symbols in your life. For example, if you recently had a baby it would be nice to put the name or birth date on the shell, as a hidden message.
Nothing says what a turtle tattoo must look like, so if you want a large or small turtle it is up to you. Also if you want a realistic turtle tattoo try basing it off a real picture. Or you could go for a cartoon inspired turtle.
Turtle tattoos allow for so much customization and can become an individual symbol for you. Whether it is a large turtle symbolizing your wisdom or a small turtle to represent your patience in life, a turtle tattoo will be wonderful for almost anyone.
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