15 Kinds of Egyptian Tattoos and Their Meanings

Egypt has a rich culture and history, and Egyptians' love for ancient art exists in their lives, paintings, and even tattoos. Ancient Egyptian art uses symbols that are difficult to decipher, making their art more mysterious to many people around the world. Many Egyptian tattoos are used as amulets or protection. Although there is no concrete evidence for these claims, many people still believe that when you use some Egyptian symbol as a tattoo, you will be protected from harm.

Nekhbet: She is one of the oldest Egyptian gods and dates back to the dynasty of Egypt! Symbolizes beauty, elegance, and truth.

Flying Ma’ at: Ma’ at is the Egyptian goddess of truth, justice, and order.  She represents law and morality. This Egyptian moon goddess can control heaven and season. Without Ma’ at, the world of God and man will be chaotic!

Horus: Horus, the ancient Egyptian god of war, the sky, and the Falcons.

Simplified Egyptian Skyline: This very unimposing and kinda cute image of the Egyptian skyline is perfect for anyone with a light sense of humor!

The Winged Solar Disk: The Winged Solar Disk symbolizes eternal light and life in Egyptian myth.

Anubis: Anubis is the Egyptian god of the dead.

Arrows: All ancient cultures use arrows, but the ancient Egyptian arrows contain a certain glory.

The Ankh: Another iconic symbol of ancient Egypt, a symbol of eternal life.

The Eye of Ra: People believe that in ancient Egypt, their sun god Ra has been observing and sheltering human beings. He knows everything and can do everything.

Amun-Ra: The combination of two powerful gods of ancient Egypt, Amun, and Ra.

Isis: The Egyptian goddess of love.

Bast: The ancient Egyptian Cat Goddess. She is considered to be the guardian of the dark, they keep the spirit of the deceased where they belong, this is the perfect tattoo for cat lovers!  

Divine Judgement: A scene in the court of Osiris, where the human soul is judged, the weight of the soul determines whether they go to heaven or hell. This tattoo contains many elements of ancient Egyptian faith.

Sacred Scarab: It works well for both male and female and is much more subtle than other Egyptian-themed tattoos.

The Brothers: Horus and Anubis are shown with the Ankh and Ra encircling them.  Forever opposed and forever connected.  It shows a sense of loyalty but, at the same time, continual opposition.

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