Lotus Tattoos

The mystical lotus (water lily) was linked to the sun god in India and has many symbolic associations.  The lotus tattoo has been associated with enlightenment. It is the Chinese element of summer and is one of the 8 lucky emblems of the sole of Buddha’s foot. Lotuses have grown in Australia, Egypt, Asia and North and South America in an assortment of colors.  It has been referred to as a child of the universe. If yourafter something that can be designed with brilliant colors consider a koi fish in combination with a colorful lotus tattoo.

A sampling of colors of lotus tattoos and some of their associations are as follows. White lotus represents mental purity and spiritual perfection.  Red lotus represents all the qualities of the heart as well as love and compassion.  Blue lotus represents intelligence, wisdom and knowledge.  Pink Lotus is the supreme lotus reserved for the highest deity. Purple lotus displayed in a cup or try is a symbol of homage.

The elegant and beautiful lotus tattoos can be found in many impressive colors.  Some areas of the body popular for this tattoo are lower back and tailbone.