cultural symbolism

– Mexican tattoos date back to the early 1300s and were used by the Aztecs and other native tribes
– Aztec tattoos were done during rituals and in honor of specific gods
– Tattoo designs were used to differentiate between tribes and mark a person’s status and accomplishments
– Prominent Aztec tattoo designs include gods and goddesses of the Aztec tribe such as Quetzalcoatl and Huitzilopochtli
– Other traditional symbols include religious designs and symbols of fertility, prosperity, and health
– Mexican art tattoos have evolved to include modern elements and are seen as religious emblems or fashion statements
– Mexican flag tattoos represent pride and vanity
– The Mexican flag consists of green, white, and red colors, representing freedom, hope, purity, faith, sacrifice, and unity
– Mexican flag tattoos are popular among people who work away from their native place and take pride in Mexican culture
– Mexican mafia tattoos, represented by “MM” or an eagle holding a snake with the initials “EME,” are also popular
– Mexican gang tattoos or Mexican prison tattoos often have ornate tattoo lettering and may denote Christianity with iconic representations like Christ, a cross, saints, and the Virgin Mary
– Mexican skull tattoos, inspired by the Day of the Dead, are also popular
– It is advised to research the mythology and meaning behind a Mexican tattoo design before getting it permanently.