People often tend to think that mandala tattoos have now become just a matter of fashion. In fact, they are increasingly seen on TV stars, and therefore some people decide to get this tattoo just for fashion or to copy a celebrity.
However, mandala tattoos have a very deep meaning, which everyone should know before deciding whether or not to go ahead with this specific design on their skin.
Let’s take a look at the meanings attributed to this type of tattoo and why you might choose a design of this kind.
The meaning of mandalas: let’s find out together
Before getting to the heart of the matter, it is very interesting to take a brief look at the meaning of the word itself. It should be noted that the noun “mandala” comes from Sanskrit and, in this language, literally means essence and possession. However, the term tends to be translated as “cycle.”
It should also be noted that this word is also used to indicate a diagram formed by different geometric figures which, in most cases, are triangles, squares, circles, dots, and so on.
When we talk about mandalas, we therefore mean a symbol with truly ancient roots, which was already known in some religions and cultures of the past. For example, in the Middle Ages, there was a Christian mandala that depicted the evangelists at the four cardinal points, and so on. Today, however, this symbol has retained an important meaning, which differs somewhat from its purely religious aspect. Although it is still a mystical symbol, today we tend to give it a much broader and less specific meaning. Thus, the mandala is often used to represent creation, but also the world and the energy that moves it. In other cases, however, it reflects each person’s spiritual journey and, in this sense, can be modified according to the individual’s needs and the meaning they wish to give it.
For this very reason, some people create their own mandalas, superimposing specific geometric figures, adding numbers and colors, all in order to make them unique. However, there are also those who prefer to choose designs that are already available but have a specific and important meaning.
The meaning of the circle in mandala tattoos
In this regard, it is worth noting that the circle, which is considered somewhat synonymous with spirituality, evokes important moments such as life and death, but also rebirth and the cycle of life. In a mandala, the circle represents consciousness but also the acceptance of the most hidden and different parts of our personality.
The square, on the other hand, embodies the concepts of rationality and concreteness, while the triangle indicates the path to follow in life.
In light of the above, it is easier to create your own mandala, also exploring the meaning of numbers and colors, which are very important in giving the whole a deep and very personal meaning.
Below is more information about mandalas: https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ma%E1%B9%87%E1%B8%8Dala
