Meaning of Sanskrit Tattoos

Sanskrit, or Sanskrit language, is an ancient language of Indian and Nepali origin. Although it is currently considered a dead language, it still has great importance in the traditions of Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism.

The most important religions of the East arose in India and all have characteristics related to karma and reincarnation, using ancient language texts as their basis.

Many people, besides the natives, like to use this language to pay homage to Indian culture, customs, and traditions. In this sense, one should have a good knowledge of the language for translation or reproduction of what one intends to tattoo. One instruction related to respecting the sacred language is not to get the tattoo in a lower body location.

Here are some popular examples of Sanskrit tattoos:

OM, spiritual sound widely used in meditation

 

 

 

SHANTI, peace or inner peace

 

 

 

OM SHANTI, combination of om and shanti

 

 

 

GAYATRI MANTRA, one of the most famous mantras of Hinduism, prosperity mantra

 

 

PADMA, lotuselevation

 

 

 

ANUUGACCHATU PRAVAHA, go with the flow

 

 

 

TAT PARIVARTAN BHAV, be the change you want to see

 

 

 

ABHAY, fearless

 

 

 

DHASIHI, breathe

 

 

 

AHIMSA, do not hurt, compassion

 

 

 

MAN MANAYATEY, believe

 

 

 

VAM-SUNDARAM, truth is eternal and beautiful

 

 

 

TIMIRAM, darkness

 

 

 

KARMA, actions

 

 

 

AHAMASMI YODA, I am a warrior

 

 

 

Meaning of Tattoo in Sanskrit:

  • Faith
  • History
  • Tribute
  • Hinduism
  • Buddhism
  • Oriental Culture
  • Tradition
  • Customs
  • Amulet

 

Here are some images of Sanskrit tattoos:

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