The other day I had a friend ask me, “What do religious tattoos and tribal tattoos, two very common sorts of designs, have in common?”  I replied I had no idea, and here is what he said:  Both feature designs connected with belief, or faith, in some element of the surrounding world or higher power.  The use of these types of design is often undertaken by persons believing in the various matters of faith associated with the given design. I can see that, considering how many of these designs I see and who I see sporting them typically. I know sailors wore inked adornments to protect them from drowning at sea (or so I read), so do modern day persons use body art. Not sure if it’s really the same thing, but I know there is belief behind it, at least in some cases.  I think other find comfort and solace within the tattoo, whether it’s someone’s name or a religious symbol.  I can see it working almost like a charm of sorts, and it’s there every day to look at and ponder.  I like the thought of that!

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