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The Christian cross, a symbol that represents the crucifixion of Jesus Christ,
is a vertical line intersected at right angles, about one third from its top. It
is used by people following Christianity, to show their faith in the religion.
Clergymen use it to bestow blessings upon people. In the present time, Christian
tattoos are popular way for people to express their faith in Christianity. In
fact, it is one of the popular designs used in the body art.
If you are looking for a tattoo design that is loaded with meaning and
symbolism, then cross tattoos will be the best bet. Sporting a cross tattoo is
socially acceptable and can be created almost any size, placed anywhere on the
body. The versatile design is endlessly adaptable and expandable. For instance,
the cross tattoo design can be combined with heart, flowers, wings, writing or
animal. Read the article to know more about the two most categories of cross
tattoo designs.
Religious Cross Tattoo Designs
Latin Cross
The Latin Cross is one of the most chosen designs for the body art. It is
recognizable easily, because it typically consists of a vertical line
intersected at right angles by a shorter horizontal line, just as the common
cross sign used by Christians. The simple cross design is the perfect choice for
the first time wearers. You may add substance to the tattoo design by combining
it with a dove (to represent peace) or a shamrock (to represent the Irish
culture).
Celtic Cross
Celtic cross is similar to the Christian cross, the only difference being the
use of Celtic Knot, which is placed over the area where both the lines of the
cross intersect. Simple and elegant, the Celtic cross symbolizes the never
ending nature of human life, while the knot stands for the conjoint of physical
and spiritual worlds. People in Scotland, Ireland and Wales are very fond of the
Celtic cross tattoo.
St. Andrew's Cross
Quite different from the other two religious cross tattoo designs, the St.
Andrew's Cross is shaped more like an 'X' than a 'T'. The cross is linked to St.
Andrew, who is the Patron Saint of Scotland. People with Scottish links usually
prefer to sport a St. Andrew's cross tattoo, as a symbol to pay tribute to their
ancestors.
Non-Religious Cross Tattoo Designs
Ankh
Non-religious though, the Ankh cross is similar to the Latin cross in terms of
its shape. The only difference between Ankh cross and its religious counterpart
is that the former has a vertical line that is bent round to form a loop, just
above the horizontal line of the cross. Ankh tattoos symbolizes infinity,
fertility. It is a wonderful variation of the original Latin cross.
Gothic Cross
The design of the Gothic cross is influenced by the German style of the ornate
wrought iron work that was prevalent during the Victorian and Edwardian Era. The
Gothic cross symbolizes the Goth culture. It is a way to express the feelings of
depression, pain and anger. Cross tattoos barbed in wire is the most common
variation of the Gothic cross.
Tau Cross
The Tau cross is closely connected with Paganism, Judaism, apart from
Christianity. In the ancient period, the Tau cross was used as the symbol of the
Pagan God Tamuzz as well as to symbolize the Hammer of Thor. The Tau cross
tattoo design is characterized by a 'T' with two lines intersecting at the top
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