Fire & Flame Tattoos

January-12-10

Fire and flame tattoos are very popular among many. As a separate tattoo, it represents a lot of meaningful things. As an accessory tattoo, it can bring old tattoos into a new light.

Fire represents transformation, destruction, change, passion, knowledge, and sometimes, it serves as a warning to the wearer. It is prominent in many religious and cultural rites. For Native people, it is believed that the smoke emitted by fire brings wishes and prayers to heaven. In Christianity, fire is the symbol of the Holy Ghost. It is also used in descriptions about hell. Flames are also a symbol for temptations and sins, and Satan is often illustrated with flames all around him. In Greek mythology, Prometheus is highly honored for stealing fire from the gods and giving it to mortals for their everyday use. Fire also has a great significance in Judaism for candles are lit when celebrating their holidays. In other legends, the Phoenix is consumed in flames and came back from the dead from its own ashes representing transformation, rebirth and the cycle of life.

Fire is revered for the destruction it can bring and its power. It is very powerful because it can destroy things if not controlled. But fire can also ward off cold and light darkness. Fire is also one of the four principal elements that include water, wind and earth. It is also one of the five Chinese and Hindu elements. It is considered a sacred element of which all living creatures are dependent upon. It is also a sacred witness essential to many religious ceremonies.

There are many ways to illustrate fire and flame tattoos. The most common of these are done in old school and tribal styles. Tribal flames can be done in a simple black ink or just a simple outline. Old school styles are more colorful. Reds, oranges and yellows are incorporated into the tattoo to create a real fire image. This aggressive tattoo would look great alone or as an accent for swords and guns, crosses, death, bikes and many other tattoos. Flames and fire tattoos are also popular among bikers who choose to get a tattoo. They serve as decals to many fast cars and motorcycles. The fire and flame are carefully applied to show off the vehicle’s best asset. Many Harley Davidson owners get flame tattoos and it is a common adornment for their hogs.