Meaning of Fleur-de-Lis Tattoos

The fleur-de-lis is an example of a symbol that remains in various cultures even through the centuries. It was often associated with the nobility of royalty, in their coats of arms and emblems. Over time, it was used in architecture, in religious arts, and in various flags and fraternities.

Originally from Mexico, it is a flower that grows solitary on rocky or drier soils and is therefore considered very resistant, which flourishes even under adverse conditions.

Its central petal, which points upwards, is compared to a compasswhich points to the north, and therefore is also used as a scout symbol, associated with the loyalty, altruism, and companionship.

Because of its shape, composed of three petals, it is a symbol of some religious groups, such as Freemasonry, Alchemy, and Christianity. Its petals would be a representation of the tripod of principles on which they are based.