Salamander tattoo: meanings and patterns

Salamander is a common amphibian on the European continent. It measures 25 centimeters (approximately), but some oriental species can reach up to two meters!

The salamander has long had a reputation for being insensitive to fire. According to legend, his composure could put out the fire.

Its ability to "resist fire" in the Middle Ages developed in several areas.

Indeed, some merchants sold cloth made from "salamander hair/skin" that was supposed to resist fire and be purged by flames: quite practical!

This ability symbolizes the (Christian) faith that cannot be destroyed.

She has been compared to the prophet Daniel, who survived the torture of lions, or to the Jews who were thrown into the fire without a single blow.

For Christians, God placed the salamanders in the fire to protect them: he draws life from this fire, which he protects.

For Christians, this animal led a holy life, because it extinguished the flames of lust and the blazing heat of vice. She served the Lord with devotion.

However, very quickly the salamander gained a very negative reputation ... due to its ability to "resist fire": paradoxical!

In alchemy, the salamander is an elemental creature associated with the element of fire. It symbolizes the spirit of fire. It is associated with mercury, mercury, that is, the creative spirit.

The salamander, closely associated with fire, personifies chastity and courage.

This animal is also associated with regeneration as it regenerates its limbs and organs (eg tail, eye, heart).

For Muslims, the salamander is associated with water (in which it lives) and the moon, a symbol of depth, transformation, growth and rebirth.

Salamander symbolizes spiritual exaltation, an animal that rises from shadow to light and seeks simple and lasting happiness.

Salamander tattoo - for reserved and lonely people who love calmness and simplicity.

The tattooed person looks like a modest, brooding and serene creature who manages to take a step back from the events. The tattooed man with the salamander tattoo is wise and discerns the most important things.

The salamander tattoo is all-round optimism. The salamander tattoo symbolizes courage and patience despite suffering.

In Polynesian culture, the salamander is considered a divine ghost. Whoever gets the salamander tattoo is "protected" by the animal.

In Maori cultures, the salamander tattoo protects against disease.

In Australian Aboriginal culture, the salamander tattoo symbolizes rebirth, survival, despite disasters.

In the science of coat of arms (heraldry), the salamander personifies constancy and justice, despite the fire of torment.

We have selected the most beautiful salamander tattoos for you.