Vine Tattoo Designs

Tattoos have been practiced since ancient times because it was believed that they could protect the wearer from evil elements. Tattoos were used as part of rituals, ceremonies and even before going to war. During the early 18th and 19th century, tattoos began to come into western culture. Today, sporting a tattoo is considered trendy and fashionable.

One of the most popular kinds of tattoos is the Vine Tattoo. There is a lot of spiritual symbolism behind the Vine tattoo. You can find such tattoos coming in a variety of shapes and sizes, ranging from simple to the most intricate. Many people like to wear Vine Tattoos because they are so interesting and eye-catching and also because there is so much of meaning associated with such images.

Vines symbolize growth and harmony. In Judeo-Christian tradition, the vine is a symbol of peace and prosperity. In the New Testament, Jesus says that he is like the vine and that his followers are like the branches of the vine. Such is the positive reflections that emanate out of this symbol. Vine imagery also enhance the effect of religious tattoos, so you can use them in combination with religious tattoo images such as communion cups, crosses and so on to bring them to better effect.

A popular Vine Tattoo is the grapevine. This tattoo image is used by Jews as a symbol of the chosen people Grapevines can be seen in the form of crowns. Such an image represents good luck and strength. When the crown is combined with a pair of wheat sheaves, it stands for blood/bread of Christ. Another Vine Tattoo image is that of the ivy. Ivy represents love, friendship and immortality. Ivy images can be seen in the form of crowns and laurel wreaths. Holly is also another vine tattoo image and it represents Christ.

Vine Tattoos are really beautiful. You can wear them on your arm, hand or any other visible body b part and make everyone turn their heads towards you. Since Vine Tattoos have a lot of symbolism behind them, you need to look into the meaning you would reflect by choosing any particular vine tattoo imagery before you select it.