Angel Tattoos Ideas and Meanings

Angel tattoo designs, in most cases, have veryAnother take on this design is the fallen angel
special, deep personal meanings to the peopletattoo. The fallen angel has been thrown out of
who wear them. They can have purely spiritualheaven as punishment. It is said that a group of
and religious meaning to people or have manyrebellious angels came to earth to mix with
other meanings when combined with othermortals. As punishment, they were banished from
designs, names and symbols.heaven and roam the earth until judgment day.
Origins and meaningsThey are usually depicted as looking upwards with
The word Angel has a Latin origin, meaningtheir face covered, sometimes with a broken
messenger of God. There are three Choirs, orwing. Some people have a fallen angel tattoo to
Spheres, each of a different rank and each Choirdepict their bad streak, or show off their
has three types of angels, each with a differentrebellious side.
duty. Their main role is to be messengers of GodCombined Meanings
and to watch over us. Other roles involve beingTaking the angel design and combining it with
guards over the realm between heaven andother designs is a great way to personalize your
earth, providing wisdom and good fortune andbody art. For example using wings alone as your
most notably, protection. They have universaldesign represents freedom and rising above
appeal as they are depicted in the Christian,problems, feeling elevated and alive. The designs
Islamic and Jewish religions, cutting across religiousare also popular as a memorial. Combining the
borders. The main types used for tattoos includeangel design with a name, or having the face of
guardian angels and fallen angels. I will look at thethe person as the angel's face allows people to
meaning of each.make a permanent tribute to someone close. You
Guardian Angelscan't get anymore personal than that.
It is said that your Guardian Angel is with youDesigns
when you enter into this world, with you whenAngel tattoos are so popular because they can
you leave, and guides you through life in between.have such a personal meaning to the wearer and
They are believed to be sent by God to protectthey look so appealing. Combine that with beautiful
mortal individuals during their time on this earth.wings and striking colors and you have a tat to
They are in the form of humans with large wings,be proud of. The design can take many forms
depicted as loving and protecting figures. Quiteand it is common to combine hearts, flowers,
often they are shown in glowing or shining form,crosses and many other symbols. The style can
floating, looking down, as if watching overalso cut across tattoo genres, such as a tribal
someone or something, in a protective manner.angel tattoo, giving a unique appearance and
Some people wear this body art design to signifymeaning.
the connection with their Guardian angel, or aI hope this information on angel tattoo designs
connection with a higher being.and meanings has given you some ideas for your
Fallen Angelsdream angel tattoo.