Ship tattoos aren’t just for sailors in the 21st century. Because they are deeply embedded in human consciousness, their symbolic meanings are found in all cultures.
Ships are man-made creations in the natural world, including oceans, rivers, and seas. They represent man’s attempt to conquer the unpredictability of large bodies of water.
Every Tattoo Has a Story – Ship Tattoo
Stories of shipwrecks are almost always mythic. A mythic story is one where a character travels, has a revelation (Anagnorisis), then returns home, or finds a new one as a changed person.
Security
If you think about how dangerous open water can be, the boat could represent security. It navigates with the currents and sails against them. The ship keeps us safe from the chaos of daily life.
Wealth
Riches can be used to represent things that appear on our horizons or in the future. They could also refer to ships, which represent the fruits of our labors.
Journey
Journey, the voyage of life. The ship instantly reminds us that we are on a journey, crossing deep water. It can also be used to symbolize a spiritual journey on a sea of life. One cannot stay on an island and get anywhere if one doesn’t. It is therefore an important symbol in Greek.
A Symbol of Love for the Sea, and for Sailing
Marines and sailors love the sea or sailing for simple reasons. The boat or ship could be a source of great joy and freedom.
A New Beginning
Ships are embarking on a new journey. They are beginning a new adventure that will bring them new lessons, success, and growth.
Courage and Honor
The long, dangerous journey ships and crew face when crossing the ocean requires great courage. It is also important that the crew are loyal, protect each other, and not jeopardize their mission.
This post was written by J Michael Taylor. J Michael Taylor is an artist and owner of Black Amethyst Tattoo Gallery. Black Amethyst is the best amongst the best tattoo shops in St Petersburg FL shops. They provide an art-first approach to custom tattooing in a gallery setting.
