Tattoo Designs - Cross Tattoos As Symbols Of Strength

The cross is one of the most recognized symbols in the world. It is an integral part of Western culture and history. It marks one of the first places we go to as babies, if we have been baptised, and it marks the last place of rest when our lives are finished. It is a religious symbol - a sign of faith hope and love - but is more than that. To many it represents comfort, security and strength. Many people have lived by it and died for it.

Above all, it represents unconditional love, where one person was willing to give his life for another. In this context it speaks of total commitment. It also represents endurance because not only the symbol itself has lasted over the centuries but also, despite persecutions, wars and every effort to wipe it out, so have the teachings and philosophy it represents. Cross tattoos are symbols of strength and endurance.

Celtic Cross Tattoos

Celtic crosses are unique. They are drawn with a circle connecting the vertical and the horizontal arms or they can be drawn with the cross totally within the circle. These designs have been found dating back several thousand years, even before Christian times, but they took on special significance after Christ's death.