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Feather Tattoos And Meanings- Feather Tattoo Ideas And Designs

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FEATHER HISTORY AND FEATHER TATTOO DESIGNS


The beautiful feather tattoo design is highly sought after among those who admire body art and those who are linked to the rich Native American traditions and heritage. The feather tattoo holds deep symbolic meanings to whomever wears this unique tattoo design. Men and women both choose to wear the feather tattoo to represent their Native American heritage or to get in touch with their spiritual side. Since the feather tattoo comes in many different variations and colors, it is considered a top tattoo choice by many.











The feather was a very symbolic symbol to the Native Americans and it has been for many years. Native Americans wore feathers in their head dresses, clothing, weapons, jewelry, tools, and the famous dreamcatcher. Native American Chiefs would usually wear a host of feathers during ceremonial events. The feathers that they wear usually represented their communication to the spiritual realm. In the Native American culture, feathers also represented the power of the thunder gods, wind, and air.







Eagle feathers are one of the more common feather types that were used by Native Americans. The eagle feather had great symbolic significance. Eagle feathers were given to warriors in the tribe as a symbol of bravery, courage, and honor. Feathers can also be associated with those who have passed away. A few different cultures believed if a feather fell on your path, it was a sign that someone you know has passed on in the after life. The Pueblo Indians used feathers in ceremonial rituals and ceremonial activities. As we look back at the history of the feather, we find out that it is symbolic to many other cultures.










The feather was also symbolic to ancient Christianity. Many Christians believed that the feather was a symbol of virtues. In fact, each feather was symbolic in such designs. The most famous is an image of three feathers that was made into signet rings. Each feather held symbolic meaning. This design represents hope, faith, and charity. As a tattoo, you rarely ever see them, but it is an option for a feather type design.







The feather is also symbolic to the Celts. Druids use to wear feather robes in ceremonial events. The Egyptians also used the feather for symbolic circumstances. The Egyptians believed that feathers were associated to the sky gods. These civilizations are only a portion of the many different cultures that used feather symbolism. The feather is very symbolic in history and as a tattoo design.







Did you know that feathers are also symbolic to dreams? If yes, you are correct. One conclusion to this meaning is how the feather is usually portrayed in the dreamcatcher. When you think about a feather, it has the ability to travel and move freely in life. It is believed that white feathers in dreams symbolize a fresh start spiritually. The white feather can also represent innocence. A red feather is said to symbolize passion and love. Yellow and orange feathers usually represent intelligence.







One of the most common feather tattoo designs is the single feather tattoo. Some feather tattoo designs have a single feather design while others may have two or three. In many cases, the feather may actually be from a specific bird. When this is the case, the tattoo design usually has symbolic meaning from the feather and the specific bird. Some of the most common feathers used is the eagle feather, peacock feather, egret feather, ostrich feather, swallow feather, and the turkey feather.










Although some would say that angel wings doesn't fall into the same category as the feather, these wings are made of feathers and they hold symbolic meaning. These feathered wings do hold symbolic significance to the wearer of this design. This tattoo design represents protection from the higher power.







Some people may choose to wear the feather tattoo design because of all the symbolic meanings or they may just like the beauty of the feather tattoo. Either way, the feather tattoo is a great choice for a popular design. The feather design has different variations and so many different meanings. Some designs can also be used in dreamcatcher tattoos. The feather tattoo gives you plenty of choices and options to think about.

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FEATHER TATTOO MEANINGS


As you have already read, the feather is very symbolic to multiple cultures and civilizations. The feather tattoo is a great way to symbolize those very meanings. Below, you can find what the feather tattoo represents.







  • Truth
  • Speed
  • Lightness
  • Flight
  • Ascension
  • Dreams
  • High Spirit
  • Purity
  • Freedom
  • Courage
  • Bravery
  • Hope
  • Promise
  • Journey of the Soul
  • Travel
  • Magic
  • Levitation
  • Weightless






The feather tattoo is actually one of those tattoo designs that hold symbolic meaning according to the wearer. Many of the meanings that you find above is because feathers were viewed as signals and messages from the spirit world. In the Native American tribes, feathers were often associated with "communication".








One of the more common meanings of the feather tattoo is "freedom". Most of us have been outside when a bird feather would fly by in the wind. This is reference to where the meaning comes from. Feather tattoos in a traditional sense are usually done in black or grey. The peacock feather is a popular choice among women due to all the beautiful colors of its feathers.








Some people may choose to associate feathers within a dreamcatcher tattoo. The dreamcatcher tattoo also represents dreams, good dreams that is. The dreamcatcher tattoo is also a symbol of protection. Some people may choose the feather tattoo as a spiritual tattoo design. As I stated before, it is a tattoo that is symbolic to your beliefs.








One of the best things about the feather tattoo is that it can be placed in a variety of different places on your body. The feather tattoo also comes in a variety of different sizes, designs, and colors. The arms, legs, sides, ankles, upper back, lower back, upper shoulders, and behind the ears are all possible for feather tattoo locations.

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Comments

Movie Master 3 months ago

Hi Ricky, the work and fine detail on these feather tattoo's is amazing...

An interesting and informative hub as always with great pictures. Every one I read takes me that little bit closer to getting my own tattoo!!

Voting up and best wishes Lesley

Gypsy Rose Lee 3 months ago

Voted up! I'm a feather fan. Meaning I collect any nice bird feather I find. I have quite a few and they have brought me some good luck too.

alocsin 3 months ago

I needed to do a double-take on some of these feathers. They looked real. Voting this Up and Beautiful.

Frank Atanacio 3 months ago

you just keep doing this type of hub right.. love the feathers thelyricwriter :)

Hyphenbird 3 months ago

Some of these are beautiful. I have a small feather tattoo on my inner ankle but it is not as detailed and lovely as these.

always exploring 3 months ago

These are beautiful. I like the one on the foot with the ankle bracelet. I am still amazed at how many different tattoo designs available. Thank you again..

thelyricwriter 3 months ago

MM, thanks for dropping my friend and hope your doing well. Thanks for the kind words. Have a great day.

thelyricwriter 3 months ago

Gypsy, thanks again friend. They can be added to all sorts of different things when you think about it. I really like the peacock feather.

thelyricwriter 3 months ago

Alocsin, thanks for another visit my friend, thanks very much.Hope you enjoyed it and thanks for all your support.

thelyricwriter 3 months ago

Frank, I appreciate all your support. Thanks for being a loyal fan of it. See you around.

thelyricwriter 3 months ago

Hyp, thanks for taking the time to come by. The ankle is a great place for a colorful feather tattoo.

thelyricwriter 3 months ago

AE, thanks again my dear friend. It actually still surprises me how many they truly are, literally thousands! I love the history about them.

insidiousglamour 3 months ago

Wow thanks so much for this informative article. I have several tattoos myself, all stemming from personal meaning. I never realized that feathers were such an intrinsic part of the belief systems of so many cultures. I always associated them with Native Americans. I love the pictures you included also, especially the 18th one from the top, where the left shoulder is covered with this gorgeous bouquet of colorful feathers. Great read!

thelyricwriter 3 months ago

Insidiousglamour, thanks for taking the time to drop by and check out this article. That is a beautiful tattoo. It is always great to hear from those who wear tattoos for symbolic purposes. It is an honor. Take care.

PDXKaraokeGuy 4 weeks ago

very interesting. Had no idea feathers had so much meaning! I'm working on a hub talking about about my tattoos along with some advice and pointers... I hope you'll find it interesting!

thelyricwriter 3 weeks ago

PDX, thanks for taking the time to come by. I appreciate your comments and feedback. I can't wait to see this hub. I will be looking for it.

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