Lotus flower tattoo designs have various meanings beyond its exquisite look. This flower has Latin name Nelumbo Nucifera or also well known as Indian lotus, sacred lotus, bean of India or Lotus. It is native to tropical Asia and Queensland, this flower also recognize as national flower of India and China. This aquatic plant also has various roles in ancient culture of Egyptian, Buddhism and Hinduism. You definitely need to know the meaning of this flower beyond its beauty and majestic appearance; and here we are going to talk about the meanings of Lotus flower all around the world.
Lotus flower tattoo designs have been used for years, even in ancient times; women get this exquisite flower done on their body. Here is the meaning of this flower. In Egyptians, Lotus is considered as an important flower where they believe that this flower may represent the sun. It blossoms and closes its flowers along the move of the sun. It comes up and down water surface along with the movement of the sun. Just like the sun rises in the east over and over again, these flower rebirths after sinking over and over again. That’s way, in Egyptian myth, this flower is important.
In Buddhism, Lotus flower is associated with purity, spiritual awakening and faithfulness. The purity is symbolized along the time this flower comes onto the surface of murky water with its pure clean look every morning. Buddhism also believes that this movement is closely associated with spiritual enlightenment. Beyond its deep meaning, Lotus flower tattoo designs are best suitable for women. You may get this lovely tattoo designs on your back- under neck, inner side of your arm- wrist, womb side or other parts of your body. There are numerous type of designs are all available for your to choose from, starting from black and white, colorful, and 3D tattoo designs.
