Mandala Tattoos: Meaning, Styles and Placement

The Mandala symbol is a staple of the Indian culture. You’ll find it painted across just about every temple, inner ceilings, textiles and walls across the country. That deep cultural meaning is why the mandala is one of the most requested designs at our Perth studio, and one we recommend to clients looking for tattoos that are inspiring, mesmerising, and breathing.

What Does the Mandala Mean?

In Sanskrit (ancient Indian language), it means circle. It is a spiritual and a ritualistic symbol in Buddhism and Hinduism. The circular designs symbolise a never-ending life, but one that’s connected to everything else.

The mandala is also the symbol of a spiritual journey for each person. It represents each person’s journey to find their own place in the universe. There are many variations of the symbol, the most common of which is a circle enclosed in a square within which there is a deity on each side. The Mandala is often used for yoga and meditation.
Why Do People choose to Tattoo Mandalas?

Mandalas aren’t just used for meditation and yoga but also to remove disturbing thoughts. It is said to unleash creativity and allow the mind to run free. People often look at a mandala to center their mind and body. Perhaps that’s why so many people choose a mandala tattoo of their own!

Colourful Mandalas

Coloured mandalas are used as a healing tool and are often associated with reducing stress, anxiety, and alleviating symptoms of depression. It is also said to improve the immune system. However, getting a coloured mandala tattooed on your body, will express your creative side something that many people aren’t able to do in their daily lives.

Our team can help you choose from an excellent selection of colours regardless of if your goal is healing or aesthetics. That being said, every colour has a specific purpose. For instance, red is used for passion and energy; pink is for intuition and love, blue for healing and meditation. So, depending on the purpose you can choose a colour and benefit from not just its aesthetic appeal but also the fact that it’s helping your body heal itself.

Conclusion

If you are considering a Mandala tattoo, book a free consultation at Primitive Tattoo, 146 Barrack Street, Perth. If you already have a design and colour in mind, we can help bring that to life on your skin too.

*(Tattoo shown above done by Primitive’s artist Travis)

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