Another take on this design is the
fallen angel tattoo. The
fallen angel has been thrown out of heaven as punishment. It is said that a group of rebellious angels came to earth to mix with mortals. As punishment, they were banished from heaven and roam the earth until judgment day. They are usually depicted as looking upwards with their face covered, sometimes with a broken wing. Some people have a
fallen angel tattoo to depict their bad streak, or show off their rebellious side.
Angel tattoos are becoming more and more popular today, especially among religious people and young people. They are fascinated by celestial beings because of their special meaning and symbolism. They are of a higher spiritual realm.
The word “
angel” comes from the Greek word “
aggelo“, which means to announce something. From this etymological explanation comes the belief that
angels are messengers of God, who bring peace and serenity to mankind.
There are many beliefs associated with seraph
tattoos. Some think they symbolize protection and spiritual freedom. Others get
angel tattoos to commemorate a loved one’s death, thinking that they will transform into
angels and remain with their relatives to guide them. They also express personal relationship with God and his unconditional love for mankind.
The depiction of
angels in a
tattoo varies from person to person. Some like
angels tattooedwith wings, or they just get a larger
wing tattoo to create the illusion that the wearer is born with
angel wings. Another common type of design aims to bring comfort and peace to the person wearing it. Cherubim designs for example represent love and innocence. This symbolism can be accounted for Cupid, who was a cherub himself who brought lovers together with his arrow.
In spite of the many religious designs, not all of them are shown in a good and faithful way. A
fallen angel tattoo can represent a man’s struggle between good and evil. Sometimes they are shown in a menacing and evil way, like a
fallen angel that looks like a demon.
