{"id":25909,"date":"2023-01-30T12:43:40","date_gmt":"2023-01-30T11:43:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bernardforever.fr\/what-is-the-meaning-of-the-snake-tattoo\/"},"modified":"2024-10-02T16:57:00","modified_gmt":"2024-10-02T14:57:00","slug":"what-is-the-significance-of-the-snake-tattoo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bernardforever.fr\/en\/what-is-the-significance-of-the-snake-tattoo\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the meaning of the snake tattoo?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Some people love it, others hate it: the snake<\/strong>.\nThe snake <\/strong>is one of the most popular animal motifs<\/em> in the tattoo<\/strong> world.\nWhile many people demonize the snake, why do so many decide to get it tattooed<\/strong>?\nThis is certainly due to the symbolism it represents.\nIndeed, while some decide to get this motif <\/em>engraved for its aesthetic appeal, others attach more importance to its meaning<\/strong>.\nIn this article, we’ll look at the different meanings of snake tattoos<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’d like to get a tattoo of<\/strong> this design<\/em>, or simply find out what<\/strong> it means<\/strong>, we invite you to stay until the end of this article.<\/p>\n\n

You can also discover several snake tattoo <\/strong> inspirations<\/strong> and our selection of temporary tattoo sheets<\/strong> with animal motifs<\/em>.<\/p>\n

1 – The different meanings of snake tattoos<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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The snake: symbol of life<\/h3>\n

In Greek civilization, the snake represents family ties, being associated with the umbilical cord.\nThis may seem a surprising connection, but it’s actually quite simple to understand. <\/p>\n\n

The snake <\/strong>‘s only means of movement is to crawl on the ground.\nThis would link it to the Earth, and thus indirectly to life.\nLike the umbilical cord, the snake <\/strong>would link all humans to the Mother Goddess of the Earth, Gaia. <\/p>\n\n

What’s more, for the Celts, the snake<\/strong> symbolized <\/em>fertilization.\nIndeed, the god Cernunnos holds a snake<\/strong> in his hand to indicate that he is master of cosmic balance, fertility and creation. <\/p>\n\n

So, you can choose to get a snake<\/strong> tattoo<\/strong> that signifies your parenthood, but also celebrates life.<\/p>\n


Rebirth symbolized by the serpent<\/h3>\n

Snake <\/strong> tattoos <\/strong>can also signify change and renewal.\nThis symbol is due in particular to the snake<\/strong> ‘s moult,<\/strong> during which the animal sheds its old skin and creates a new one.\nThe snake<\/strong> is therefore constantly renewing itself. <\/p>\n\n

In Egypt, the ourobos motif <\/em>often depicts a snake <\/strong>eating its own tail.\nThe circular shape of the ourobos illustrates the cycle of constant rebirth and the principle of eternal life.\nThings have no end, they reincarnate and are constantly changing. <\/p>\n\n

If you want a tattoo<\/strong> representing <\/em>the different cycles of life or death, a snake tattoo<\/strong> is the perfect choice.\nLikewise, if you’d like to engrave in your skin<\/em> an important change in your life, either physical or mental, that has in some way changed you, you can ask your tattooist<\/strong> to tattoo<\/strong> you with<\/strong> a snake. <\/p>\n

A healing power?<\/h3>\n

The snake <\/strong>is known for killing, but for some people its venom was also used to cure certain illnesses, making it a symbol of <\/em>healing.<\/p>\n\n

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Indeed, the Greek god of medicine Asclepius is often depicted with a staff surrounded by a snake<\/strong>.\nHaving been struck down by Zeus for raising the dead, Asclepius is said to have become the constellation of the serpent, which represents a man holding a snake<\/strong> in his arms.\nThis is why the snake <\/strong>became the symbol of<\/em> medicine.\nThis animal also features on the medical caduceus and the pharmaceutical caduceus. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The snake tattoo<\/strong> is the perfect choice if you want to wear a symbol of your fight against illness.\nIt’s also not uncommon to find this tattoo<\/strong> motif<\/em> on the skin <\/em>of people involved in the medical profession, such as nurses, doctors or pharmacists. <\/p>\n

The snake as a symbol of <\/em>evil<\/h3>\n

For others, the snake tattoo<\/strong> has a meaning akin to evil.\nIndeed, this animal can be seen as evil and cunning. <\/p>\n\n

In the Bible, the snake<\/strong> is the one who brings temptation to humans, but this representation of the cunning serpent <\/strong>is also present in other fields, notably cinema.<\/p>\n\n

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Indeed, while in the original version of The Jungle Book Kaa is Mowgli’s friend, Disney has transformed this animal into a predator.\nFrom a gentle character, Kaa becomes an emblematic figure of evil in The Jungle Book, repeatedly attempting to eat Mowgli. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Similarly, in the Harry Potter universe, the snake<\/strong> is the pet of Voldemort, the main character’s sworn enemy.<\/p>\n\n

The snake<\/strong> is thus associated with black magic.\nIt’s also the origin of the name of the Slytherin house, from which most of Voldemort’s disciples come.\nSo, if you’re a fan of the antagonists, have a dark side or Voldemort is your idol, there’s no doubt about it: run to your tattooist <\/strong>and get a snake tattoo<\/strong>! <\/p>\n\n

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2 – The ideal places for your snake tattoos<\/h2>

A snake tattoo on the back<\/h3>\n
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If you like big tattoos<\/strong>, we recommend you get your snake<\/strong> tattooed<\/strong> on your back.\nThis location also means you won’t tire of your tattoo<\/strong>, as it’s not very visible to yourself.\nHowever, it won’t prevent you from making a big splash when you go to the beach or wear a halter top. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The snake tattoo on the arm<\/h3>\n
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If you want your tattoo<\/strong> to be visible to everyone, summer and winter alike, the arm is the ideal place to get a<\/em> snake<\/strong> tattoo <\/strong>.\nYou can create a rather imposing tattoo<\/strong> on your entire forearm.\nIf you prefer a more discreet tattoo<\/strong>, you can also ask your tattooist <\/strong>to apply the motif<\/em> to your wrist. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The snake on the underboobs<\/h3>\n
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If this tattoo<\/strong> has a very personal meaning for you, which you don’t want to share, or you’d like to keep it secret and discreet, we advise you to get this design<\/em> tattooed<\/strong> on the underside of your chest.\nAs well as looking very pretty, this will enable you to keep your tattoo<\/strong> a secret if you don’t want to share it. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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3 – Our temporary animal tattoos<\/h2>\n

Are you a fan of animals, but don’t necessarily want to get a snake<\/strong> tattoo <\/strong>? Afraid ofneedles <\/em>or unable to get a tattoo<\/strong>? Discover our temporary tattoos with animal motifs<\/a><\/strong> ! <\/p>\n

The snake<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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If you really want to tattoo <\/strong>yourself with <\/strong>a snake<\/strong>, then you’ll find a lovely one on our “amour toujours<\/a>“ tattoo<\/strong> card created in collaboration with Les Canailles. If, on the other hand, you’re looking for a black-and-whitesnake<\/strong> motif <\/em> with an imposing waistline, Bernard will pass.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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To take you back to childhood, Bernard offers you his “grrr!”<\/a> temporary tattoo sheet<\/strong> illustrated by Marion Billet. Its little animals will delight young and old alike.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

The cats<\/h3>\n
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Do you prefer cats to snakes<\/strong> and dinos?\nThen Violette Lovecat’s board<\/em> is perfect for you.\nPay tribute to your little companions by tattooing<\/strong> the pretty cats on our “cosmic cat<\/a>“ temporary tattoo sheet<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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If you like botanicals and flowers, the flower and butterfly tattoos<\/strong> on the “\u00e0 fleur de peau<\/a>” and “wild summer<\/a>” boards<\/em>are the perfect match for your personality. Illustrated by Nathalie L\u00e9t\u00e9 and Carin Silver, these plates <\/em>are ideal for fans of colorful or monochrome tattoos <\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n

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Personalize your own tattoos <\/h2>\n

For more than 15 years, Bernard personalized temporary tattoos<\/a><\/strong> for thousands of customers. This decal alternative allows everyone to test tattoos on their own skin, with a lifespan of between 5 and 7 days. A temporary alternative that will allow you to find out if tattoos are right for you before you take the plunge! <\/p>\n\n

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This article on the meaning of snake tattoos was written by communication agency Konfiture<\/a><\/strong>. <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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