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A snake makes a bold statement as a tattoo, and if you’ve seen one (or are thinking about getting one), you’ve probably wondered what that statement is, exactly. These quiet, cunning, and deadly serpents are loaded with symbolism and complex meanings, and those meanings often vary across cultures and religions. We’ll fill you in on the various spiritual and cultural symbolisms of a snake tattoo, as well as give you plenty of ideas for your own.
Things You Should Know
- Snake tattoos may represent rebirth, transformation, or renewal, calling to mind the way a snake sheds its skin as it grows and changes.
- Snake tattoos may also represent wisdom and knowledge, with close associations with the Garden of Eden and temptation.
- Snakes often bear cultural meanings like good fortune, protection, fertility, truth, abundance, or cunning.
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- ↑ https://www.tattoodo.com/articles/a-beginners-guide-popular-tattoo-styles-briefly-explained-6969
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