Lion tattoos

 Lion tattoos have a powerful mythological and spiritual meaning, the lion as a tattoo design is very popular and has many symbols often unique to the individual. Lion tattoos symbolize divine and solar power, royal authority, victory, fortitude, pride, nobility, cunning, strength, courage, justice and protection. Christian images of the Lion have long been used to symbolize St. Mark.


The lion is very symbolic to the Chinese also. To the Chinese, the lion represents a symbol of good luck, guardianship, and power. The Chinese also believe that the lion is a symbol of the earth and sun. Many people know that the lion "Leo" is part of the Zodiac. Leo is the 5th sign in the Zodiac. Anyone born on July 23 - August 22 is considered to be a Leo. People born during this time are very highly energetic and are good hearted people. The Leo is somewhat timid and enjoys control, but they are very generous. The Leo also represents balance.


The lion joins the other controversial tattoo Chris got last month, that of a 'sugar skull' that commemorates a Mexican holiday.