Feather tattoo stencils

Tattoo feather: On the meaning of an ancient symbol in many cultures

The feather as a symbol can be traced back to different cultures and thus different meanings. Since the hype of 2014 at the latest, the feather tattoo motif has been one of the templates that tattooists are reluctant to make or still reject. But since it is a very traditional symbol, it is worth taking a closer look at the feather or the feather tattoo.

As a symbol, the feather was already widespread among the Romans, Celts, ancient Egyptians and some of the different nations that are commonly grouped under the name of Indians

• The feather as a symbol in different cultures and religions

Egypt: The pen had a primarily religious meaning. It was believed that after death the soul would be balanced with a feather: if the soul was pure and unencumbered, it could not be heavier than a feather. In the Egyptian picture writing the symbol of the pen stood for the truth.

Celts: Since the sanctity of birds was firmly anchored in beliefs, legends and customs, the feather and its depiction also had a high symbolic power.

Romans: In the cults of ancient Rome, the feather was used as a symbol of the goddess Juno.

Native Americans from the Plains of the United States: Certain nations, such as the Lakota, are known to use feathers as honors. Of course, there was also a decorative form of use, but the actual function of the feathers can best be compared with our medals.

Christianity: The Holy Spirit is represented by a bird and angels also have wings.

Buddhism: In Buddhism the peacock feather stands as a sign of openness.

• The feather as a tattoo motif

Above all, tattoo artists are latently annoyed by the fact that people don't take enough time to find motifs. The Google ranking now plays a decisive role in the selection of templates, which means that many people have exactly the same motif. The meaning of a tattoo is mostly based on an individual story of the wearer. The feather tattoo can be found on an infinite number of wrists, forearms, shoulders, calves - often in combinations with dandelions, birds or romanticizing Indian accessories, but also with allusions to the Illuminati, their own initials or a quote.

Even if there are possibilities to remove a tattoo, it is ideally a permanent skin painting. It is therefore worth the effort to look for an original motif and to think about what exactly you associate with the feather:

The nib is filigree and light. By belonging to birds, she stands for flying, air and lightness.

But feathers can also be destroyed quickly and helplessly exposed to the wind.

The use as a writing instrument associates the power of thought, creativity, mental strength, intellect and science - a wonderful identification mark for sapiosexuals.

The pen can also express your love for older literature or your passion for birds - it is up to you to convey your ideas with the motif. Instagram, for example, offers you thousands of inspiration.