Why Choose a Tribal Sun Tattoo?
Tribal sun tattoos were first designed by primitive cultures who revered and worshiped the sun as a powerful deity. The sun was a fundamental icon to these cultures, and in order to show their reverence to the Sun God, they tattooed their bodies with ornate designs. Though the designs these primitive cultures created were diverse, it was not unusual to see a tribal sun tattoo designed with a secondary symbol tucked inside – such as an eye to impart knowledge, a lion denoting strength, a small fish for spirituality or a ram for ambition. The meanings of the sun tattoos also varied from culture to culture. In Mayan culture, the tribal sun tattoo was the mark of leadership. The Celts used the sun tattoos to identify various sects within their culture. Many religions use the sun as a symbol for infinity and omnipotence.
