12 Dec 2009

Sun And Moon Tattoos

Sun And Moon Tattoos
Sun And Moon Tattoos

Sun and moon tattoo designs showcase symbols that have been important to mankind for thousands of years. The sun has long represented the part of nature that feeds and sustains us. It has also soon for personal power, leadership and vitality. The moon has always represented the darker side of nature. When these two symbols are combined in a sun and moon tattoo it can represent the true nature of an individual.

The particular meaning associated with a sun and moon tattoo also depends on how it is drawn and what colors are used in it.

A sun and moon tattoo that features an angry or evil sun may have a completely different symbolic meaning than one of a happy or jovial sun. The hues used in the tattoo can also impart different meanings to the tattoo, with yellow symbolizing vitality and red often symbolizing anger or aggression.

The sun and moon tattoo may also be used in designs that have a mystical meaning. It is not uncommon to see sun and moon tattoos on those who practice various forms of ancient religions such as Wicca. Ultimately however, the meaning of these tattoos is up to the sole discretion of the person having it inked and what he or she is trying to say about themselves or the world that they live in.