30 Stunning Tattoo Designs With Surprising Meanings

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Though the number of people with tattoos is increasing exponentially, there is a stigma surrounding them that sometimes prevents people with their body art displayed from obtaining jobs, appearing approachable, and being taken seriously as a contributing member to society. However, some tattoos have deeper meanings, ones that many people wouldn’t guess from the outside. Take a look at these amazing tattoos that go beyond aesthetics:

1. Egyptian 

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It’s believed that Egyptians create designs on the bodies of their dead loved ones so that they will be able to communicate with their gods and ancestors in the afterlife. People with Egyptian tattoos may be emulating that culture and reviving the idea that body art can translate into communicating with deities.

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