Frog Tattoos

January-22-10

Frog tattoos represent many meanings and symbols. It stands for metamorphosis, regeneration and new directions in life. The frog has been used in many ancestral identities and clannish attributes. It is associated with water, the moon, fecundity, prosperity and wealth. Frogs are believed to be the guardians of fresh water and protectors from flood and thirst. The Native Americans refer to the frogs as the “Great Rain Maker” as they are the announcer of the end of winter. Stories have it that the last snowflakes to fall to the ground would turn into frogs indicating that soon the salmon would be returning to the rivers. Some natives carve frogs into their house posts to “keep the balance”. They believe that it will keep their house from falling down and that it will bring harmony to all their affairs. For the shamans, the frog is seen as a teacher a creature that guides everyone into understanding higher powers.

Frog tattoos are also seen as symbols of adaptability and wisdom. The frog is an amphibious creature able to thrive on land or in water. It is transformed from a tiny tadpole to a frog and able to spawn thousands of new tadpoles. These characteristics of the frog have inspired humans to revere it.

In mythology, the frog is a sacred animal for it is a symbol of life and protector of souls journeying through the afterlife. Because of this, many royal tombs contained embalmed frogs placed before their caskets. In China, the green frog is a deity and many temples were built to honor it. A frog with a coin on its mouth is also considered as a symbol of prosperity and can be found in many businesses and establishments. In Japan, the frog is a symbol of energy and perseverance.

Frog tattoos are suitable for a person who wants to embody life, fertility, harmony and licentiousness. There are hundreds of frog tattoos to choose from and many ways to personalize it. They can be cute, elegant, fun and personal. They can be done in a simple green and black ink, or in multiple, fun colors. Frog tattoos would make a great feet tattoo or ankle tattoo.