Scarab beetle tattoo ideas and designs

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The Egyptian scarab tattoo, symbol of creation and origin of life

El Egyptian Scarab Tattoo It is very popular with lovers of Egyptian culture or this type of insect. Because of what the beetle symbolizes and meaning that is associated with these tattoos, it has earned a place on the body of many ink lovers. First of all, and to understand the popularity of the Egyptian Scarab Tattoo, we need to go back to ancient Egypt.

The scarab was a sacred insect for the ancient Egyptians. For this culture, the fact that dung beetles could transport dungballs in the harsh conditions of the desert to bury them later and from which their offspring later emerged (since eggs were laid in these dungballs) became an act of creation and genesis of life .

In addition, for the ancient Egyptians, the beetle was also associated with the movement of the sun and the cycles of life. That is why many people at that time carried a beetle with a solar disk on their back. A representation of the cycle of the sun in the sky. Indeed for Egyptian culture, the scarab had a close relationship with dawn and a connection with the Egyptian god "Khepri", also known as the "god of the rising sun".

During this period the Egyptians carved beetles in stone to wear as a protective amulet. Royal seals in the shape of a scarab were also used. Therefore, today, when an embalmed mummy is discovered, it is relatively common to find amulets in the shape of a beetle or a reference to this sacred insect for it.

With all of these symbols we can see the growing popularity of the Egyptian scarab tattoo. In the next gallery of tattoos you can find a wide variety of beetle tattoos made in different styles.

Types of Egyptian scarab tattoos

• Small

As one of the most popular symbols, it is true that we can find it in different sizes. When we talk about a small tattoo, minimalism and good taste always come to mind. In that case, we would not be left behind. The little ones all wear symbols too, but it is true that we can add them to other areas of the body such as the ankles, wrists, or on the elbows and behind the ears. An elegant touch that we cannot forget.

• For women

While the tattoo is for a woman's body, you also have several options to choose from. But without a doubt, the one most visible in this design is the central chest area. It is true that they are another place to demonstrate this on the shoulder blades or neck as well. Although black ink will always be our loyal friend, in this case you can also add a touch of blue, red, or green for more originality if possible.

• For men

Although some women wear it too, men prefer the back area to show off the widest of tattoos. Designs that can go from one side of the shoulder blades to the other. But this is not so, because the tattoos of the Egyptian beetles can also be seen on the hands as well as on the arms or even on the thighs. Of course, it will usually be the black ink that accompanies them. Which one do you like

• With wings

With his wings he offers us great protection. Another of the great symbols for these types of tattoos. While it is true that wings can also indicate freedom when we see them in other designs. They cover us and give us more life at the same time as power. These types of tattoos can also be complemented with colors, as well as Egyptian symbols, or with black ink.