Leo Zodiac Tattoo

Among fans and connoisseurs of tattoo art, there is an opinion that in each wearable drawing there is a certain energy, which in one way or another affects the owner.

If you choose the right place for the image, give it its own meaning and sincerely believe in it, then the picture on the skin can become a real, and most importantly, an effective talisman, a reliable companion on a thorny life path. The ancient people also thought so.

Decorating themselves with intricate patterns, symbols of animals, plants and elements, they protected themselves from evil spirits, diseases and adversity, demonstrated their outstanding skills, human qualities and privileges.

Modern people continue this tradition, putting on the body a wide variety of drawings, and sometimes even real masterpieces of fine art.

But the belief in miraculous magic symbols has not disappeared anywhere, as evidence of this is the popularity of zodiac symbols in tattoo culture.

In this article we will talk about the meaning of a tattoo with the zodiac sign Leo, about interesting facts related to the constellation.

Legends and traditions about the constellation Leo

It is not for nothing that the “heart of Leo”, the brightest star in this constellation, bears the name Regulus, which in Latin means “king”, because Leo is called “the king of beasts”, and people born under this sign of the Zodiac are incredibly ambitious, confident in themselves, spend a lot of energy maintaining their leadership status, always yearning to be in the spotlight. Since Leo is also patronized by the Sun, they are often very passionate, emotional, charismatic, energetic and very little conceited people.

The ancient Sumerians believed that in the days when the constellation lit up brighter in the sky, the greatest kings were born on Earth.

The lion was not ignored by the world religions. For example, in Hinduism, he manifested himself in the fourth incarnation of the supreme god Vishnu, preaching the awakening and ascension of human consciousness. Avatar Vishnu, the human-lion Narasimha, is the personification of divine anger, fearless, fierce protector of the Universe and all life in it. He is always ready to come to the aid of the suffering person, to comfort and free one from bad thoughts.

Also in Hindu mythology there is a legend about how Vairochana learned the deep meaning of the Dharma (a doctrine that is important to adhere to to maintain cosmic order and balance) and, having turned into a beautiful lion, became one of the five Buddhas of Wisdom.

In Shinto Japan, the lion is a symbol of goodness, luck and prosperity. Every year on January 1, the Japanese hold the so-called "lion dances", during which people in bright festive attire form a human chain and walk along the streets of the city, carrying a huge mask with the image of a mighty animal in front of them. It is believed that this rite expels evil, protects people, gives them strength and health for the entire coming year.

In the XNUMXth century, at the dawn of the development of Islam, the Shiites called their fourth caliph “lion of allah”For the fact that he was initiated into the secrets and acquired the knowledge that the Prophet Muhammad himself possessed.

The ancient Egyptians instructed the "king of beasts" to observe the course of the Sun and protect it from the influence of evil forces. Two lions, sitting with their backs to each other, are the keepers of space, light and time. They, closing the horizon, follow the past, the future depends on their will.

In addition to legends, there is, of course, a legend about how the constellation of the lion appeared in the sky. We return to ancient Greek mythology to learn the story of the first feat of Hercules.

As the first feat, Zeus ordered the king of Argolis, Eurystheus, to ask Hercules to kill the Nemean lion. The son of the monstrous giant Typhon and the gigantic woman-snake Echidna was incredibly huge in size, while having a skin harder than any metal. No weapon in the world was capable of harming him, which allowed a huge lion to devastate and destroy the surroundings of Nemea with impunity.

Hercules went in search of the monster's lair and found it in the rocky mountains, in a dark and gloomy gorge, where a huge cave with two entrances disappeared from view. Having blocked one of the entrances, the son of Zeus began to wait for dusk, with the onset of which his opponent was supposed to appear. And now, with the sunset, the Nemean lion appeared from its hiding place, its eyes blazed with a deadly fire of rage and hatred, and its roar, like a thunderclap, shook the mountain peaks for a long time.

Relying on his strength, Hercules fired two arrows at the animal, but they, like small chips, bounced off his hard skin, only angering the beast. Then the hero decided to plunge the lion with a blow of a huge club, but it split into pieces and scattered in different directions, and the enraged monster in one leap rushed at the man with a vengeance. The demigod, managing to dodge the deadly jump, grabbed the lion by the throat with his powerful hands and, concentrating all his strength, strangled him.

Having removed the hard skin from the defeated animal, Hercules brought it to Eurystheus as proof of the accomplished feat, and Zeus, in memory of this, placed the lion in the firmament, making it a bright constellation.

Stylistic solutions in tattoos with the sign of Leo

As already mentioned, Leo is protected by the Sun, he is the animal embodiment of the element of Fire. That is why tattoos with this sign are most often chosen for themselves by strong, independent, expressive, eager for recognition of the personality. By the way, the famous singer and actor Robbie Williams wears lion tattoo on left shoulder, British musician Rod Stewart, one of the hundred greatest singers, also adorned his body with the image of this powerful animal, and Christina Ricci boasts a drawing of the king of beasts on a shoulder blade.

Ornaments

The most popular version of the tattoo with the sign of Leo is still its astrological symbol. It suits both men and women equally well, it is usually performed in a small size, since it is worn just as a talisman. On a larger scale, drawings are created in the Polynesian or other ethnic style, which also belong to the category of amulet tattoos.

Realism and watercolor

In realism, the qualifications of the master are always checked, because this style presupposes the most “lively”, real and detailed image. A realistic lion is the best way to show the nature and character of its owner, demonstrating to those around him the strength, courage, courage and desire to win.

Watercolors with this animal are very well suited for girls, first of all, because, emphasizing a strong character, they will also note sensuality, charm, energy and inner unquenchable passion.

Graphics and finishing

Exceptional monochrome, clear rigid contours, verified geometry of the picture - all these are the distinctive features of graphics. A lion made in this style, supposedly descended from an old engraving, will become a reminder of the wisdom, erudition and spiritual development of its owner.

The dotwork is based on the dot technology of drawing a picture, so such works almost always turn out to be incredibly detailed and large-scale. They are extremely rarely colored; in such drawings, the essence is conveyed through shades and halftones, which are achieved by adjusting the density of dots. This is what makes such works remarkable. Lion tattoo created in style of work, will clearly distinguish its owner from the crowd, giving out in him a restrained, rational, but at the same time extremely ambitious, self-confident and successful person.

Plots, compositions and combinations

The symbol of the zodiac Leo, as you might guess based on its history, is best combined with images of the Sun and fire. For example, a lion with a fiery mane or surrounded by flames, an animal depicted watching the Sun or a zodiac sign enclosed in a solar disk - such compositions, as many believe, manifest and enhance all the outstanding qualities of people born under this sign.

Powerful personalities can combine the image of a zodiac sign or an animal with various attributes of power and superiority - a throne, crown, scepter, heraldic and dynastic symbols.
For girls, a plot in which a lion or lioness is depicted surrounded by flowers will be an excellent option. Flowers suitable for Lviv that emphasize their essence are peonies, chrysanthemums, sunflowers and gladioli. If the tattoo is planned in watercolor style, it is important to choose the right color scheme. The colors accompanying this zodiac sign are perfect - bright red, scarlet, purple, yellow and gold.

An interesting idea will also be the combination of our familiar astrological sign with the image of the constellation itself in the night sky. Such a picture, quite possibly, will become a real helper for its owner, saturating him with energy. Of the cosmos and enhancing the character traits bestowed by the zodiac sign.

Chasing trends

With the development of technology and progress, more and more trends, tendencies, trends come into the tattoo culture. Nowadays no one can be surprised by a small astrological symbol on the neck or an ornamental lion on the shoulder. Yes, large-scale, bright, incredibly complex, detailed and realistic works are in fashion nowadays, but this does not mean that everyone is ready to place such a masterpiece on their body. You need to feel the tattoo with your soul, love it, want to live with it the rest of your days.

It doesn't matter if you liked the modest symbol of the zodiacal Leo or you decided to decorate yourself with a huge landscape, where the king of beasts lies among the prairies, watching his pride. A powerful lion will bring good luck, strength and success only if the image suits its owner and is combined with his inner world, so when choosing a picture, it is better not to rely on trends, fashion and new trends, it may be worth giving preference to what you like exclusively for you, to choose for yourself what you want to look at every day, what you want to be proud of. Miracles happen only if you believe in them, and it is easier to believe in what you love with all your heart.

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