What single item in your opinion has lead to the enormous popularity of tattooing? While piercing is not as popular it also has surged. Is there any connection whatsoever to religion here? Tattoos have gone from a symbol of rebellion or dissatisfaction to everyday, normal folks. We read of civilizations long before the time of Christ where tattooing was a ritual as well as some physical deformations for whatever reason the culture had. Tattooing is rising everywhere in the free world. Why? Why so many so quickly? Is it a fad or is it something much deeper?
My entire upper body is pretty much covered in tattoos. I did it because life is short and I'd like to enjoy it to the fullest.
How did that help to make your life fuller?
I always said, there are tattoos and tattoos.. and most tattoos mean nothing, even the motivational/religious or personal ones. They are pointless. there are tattoos that mean something universally, and they're usually not good.
What single item in your opinion has lead to the enormous popularity of tattooing? While piercing is not as popular it also has surged. Is there any connection whatsoever to religion here? Tattoos have gone from a symbol of rebellion or dissatisfaction to everyday, normal folks. We read of civilizations long before the time of Christ where tattooing was a ritual as well as some physical deformations for whatever reason the culture had. Tattooing is rising everywhere in the free world. Why? Why so many so quickly? Is it a fad or is it something much deeper?
Tattooing has gone mainstream. I'd guess a lot of it has to do with advances in the color/ink process. Tattoos have gone from being darkish/black blobs to beautiful works of art. Gone from being representative of biker/street gangs, sideshows and criminals to representing individuality across all walks of life. Reality television has probably done its share most recently to popularize tattooing as well.
People have always looked for ways to stand out in the crowd. My way is sparkly things. Sequined this-and-that; Skwarovski Crystal accessories. For some it's different colored hair or body piercings. Or a trademark hat even. Tattooing is just another form of individual expression.
My artwork looks amazing. It's colorful and well drawn. I think it makes my body look better, and I think it sets me apart from the crowd. My wife digs it to, she's the one that got me hooked on them.
I don't see the connection between tatting and turning away from "a higher deity," by which I mean God.
I have, though, seen many designs, including those with entire verses of Scripture, expressing faith.
I agree. I have seen many "religious" themed tattoos.
Hilariously enough, about half of my tattoos are religious in nature.
Aren't you an atheist? :lol:
I'm not just an atheist, I'm a super-atheist.
Those tattoos are relics of my religious past.
Lol! Must be quite confusing to your fellow atheists.
What single item in your opinion has lead to the enormous popularity of tattooing? While piercing is not as popular it also has surged. Is there any connection whatsoever to religion here? Tattoos have gone from a symbol of rebellion or dissatisfaction to everyday, normal folks. We read of civilizations long before the time of Christ where tattooing was a ritual as well as some physical deformations for whatever reason the culture had. Tattooing is rising everywhere in the free world. Why? Why so many so quickly? Is it a fad or is it something much deeper?
I don't think it necessarily is; depends on the individual.
I've known very devout people to have passages of scripture tattoed on their person. Some places I go to church, you'll see tats on many of the younger folks (20-30s).
I'm not a tattoo fan; don't have any, don't plan on any. I have heard preachers speak against it, but their scriptural basis for their objection is thin... unless one got the tats for purposes of pagan ritual beliefs.
One of my big things is what are those who get covered in tatts in the 20s going to look like in their 60s...
I don't think it necessarily is; depends on the individual.
I've known very devout people to have passages of scripture tattoed on their person. Some places I go to church, you'll see tats on many of the younger folks (20-30s).
I'm not a tattoo fan; don't have any, don't plan on any. I have heard preachers speak against it, but their scriptural basis for their objection is thin... unless one got the tats for purposes of pagan ritual beliefs.
One of my big things is what are those who get covered in tatts in the 20s going to look like in their 60s...
Hilariously enough, about half of my tattoos are religious in nature.
Couldn't tell you. Personally, I think it has become a tacky fad, and these days, it's more "rebelious" to not get one.What single item in your opinion has lead to the enormous popularity of tattooing? While piercing is not as popular it also has surged.
Depends on the individual. Some tattoos are religious, some aren't. For the sake of religious discussion, though, it's expressly forbidden in both the New and Old Testaments.Is there any connection whatsoever to religion here?
Again, it depends on the individual. People think it's cool to look like a circus freak, gauging out their ears, piercing parts of their bodies nobody int their right mind would want a sharp object near, and covering themselves with ink. What they seemingly don't understand is the core concept of permanent. Piercings heal up, but gauging and tats are permanent. Even with laser removal, you'll be left with some ugly scars, and in some cases, won't completely remove the ink. When I got my tattoo done, it took me nearly a decade to come up with a design that I could look at every day and not get tired of. I drew it on my arm, and kept it looking fresh, just so I could look at it every morning for a month. It took a lot of preparation, and a lot of time. It's a huge decision, not something you just rush into in a drunken haze, but kids these days are pretty damn stupid.Tattoos have gone from a symbol of rebellion or dissatisfaction to everyday, normal folks. We read of civilizations long before the time of Christ where tattooing was a ritual as well as some physical deformations for whatever reason the culture had. Tattooing is rising everywhere in the free world. Why? Why so many so quickly? Is it a fad or is it something much deeper?
What single item in your opinion has lead to the enormous popularity of tattooing? While piercing is not as popular it also has surged. Is there any connection whatsoever to religion here? Tattoos have gone from a symbol of rebellion or dissatisfaction to everyday, normal folks. We read of civilizations long before the time of Christ where tattooing was a ritual as well as some physical deformations for whatever reason the culture had. Tattooing is rising everywhere in the free world. Why? Why so many so quickly? Is it a fad or is it something much deeper?
The difference between tattooing/piercing and dressing in trendy or flashy clothing (or changing hair style/color) is that first is permanent and the second subject to change on fairly short notice. Most folks change their attire to fit either current trends or even the formality of the social/business events that they may attend, which is often not possible with tatoos/piercings in areas not easily covered by clothing.
What may seem cool or trendy to one in their late teens to even their early thirties may not be what they wish to keep as their personal "signature" for their entire life. I new a bartender who lamented that the tattoo she had gotten of a shamrock on her thigh, while very young, had somehow morphed into a plam tree as she aged.
One of my big things is what are those who get covered in tatts in the 20s going to look like in their 60s...
What single item in your opinion has lead to the enormous popularity of tattooing? While piercing is not as popular it also has surged. Is there any connection whatsoever to religion here? Tattoos have gone from a symbol of rebellion or dissatisfaction to everyday, normal folks.
We read of civilizations long before the time of Christ where tattooing was a ritual as well as some physical deformations for whatever reason the culture had. Tattooing is rising everywhere in the free world. Why? Why so many so quickly?
Is it a fad or is it something much deeper?
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