Infinite tattoo: meaning, ideas and inspiring patterns

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The infinite tattoo is one of the most recent tattoo trends. Zoom on its meaning plus selection of our favorite infinite tattoo ideas! A mathematical symbol at the base, the sign of infinity decorates the body of more and more people today.

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Infinite tattoo: ideas, meanings and photos

In fact, infinity is a perplexed term. This symbol has its origins in ancient Egypt. It is also found in South America. Some believe it represents a snake biting its tail that bore the name ouroboros. This universal symbol represents the beginning and the end of time. The snake is a mythical creature and in many cultures it was believed that the snake held the sea in place.

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This sign is also associated with the cycle of life, birth, death and reincarnation. Many people choose it for a couple tattoo.

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In mathematics, the first true symbol of infinity appears in 1655. Indeed, it represents the imagined result of some different symbols: the Roman numeral for 1000, the Greek letter Omega and ouroboros (in the photo above).

The infinite tattoo – ideal for a tattoo couple, but not that …

Looking for ideas for a couple tattoo? Opt for a double infinity tattoo, it means that the lives of your beloved are intertwined … Love forever! You can also tattoo half the symbol and your beloved the other half. Finally, this does not mean that the infinite tattoo is strictly reserved for couples, quite the opposite. The infinite symbol is simple, its meaning – profound. The infinite is simply the eternal, the possibilities without ends and without limits. You can really give him a lot of different interpretations.

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Celtic knot infinitely

combines the symbol ouroboros with the symbol triquetra. The triquetra represents an infinite knot with three points in the shape of a triangle. It represents the three stages of life: youth, adulthood and old age. It also represents the past, the present and the future; body, mind and soul; creation, destruction and sustainability – the list goes on, but you probably understand the idea. It does not resemble the infinite nor a duality where the end and the beginning merge, but as a natural part of infinite time. It’s cool, right?

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Most often, you get tattooed to express something. Either an emotion or an event that has happened to us. We do not decide to get a tattoo overnight, especially when it comes to a permanent tattoo. Knowing the motivation of your desire to tattoo will facilitate you in his choice.

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The infinite tattoo and its variants: heart, feather, flower, arrow, bird …

You can really add everything to your infinite tattoo: hearts, flowers, the name of your beloved, a word … When it comes to designing your own tattoo, there are no limits. The possibilities are limitless !

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Infinite arrow tattoo: what does it mean?

Combining two symbols into one is a good idea for those who want an original and personalized tattoo. What does infinite arrow tattoo mean? We associate this last destiny, the bow and of course Cupid! Here’s why this tattoo template is great for couples, but also if it has a good, unexpected event that has happened to you.

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In the collective consciousness, birds associate with freedom and love. Storks and swans have only one partner for all their lives. This is why these two species of birds symbolize eternal and faithful love. You can complete your infinite tattoo model with two love birds, for example. Below, we see an infinite tattoo model that has not only two birds added, but also a water lily. The latter symbolizes purity, fidelity, but also love. This tattoo model carries only a very deep message: “I love you forever!”

Infinite tattoo with two birds and a water lily

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You can also opt for a tattoo that simply says “Love”, like the one below. Nothing to decipher, everything is clear, it’s about love …

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What does an infinite tattoo with a feather mean?

The feather associates with the birds. As we said before, birds symbolize freedom, love and inspiration. We forgot to add that the bird can also embody the inner journey. The birds look at us from the top. They see everything as the gods. The pen also expresses this divine look. In summary, an infinite tattoo with feather added is symbol of freedom and deep love, divine and magical.

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Music is your passion? We love the idea of ​​giving the infinite symbol the shape of the floor key. Music to infinity …

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Rose is a sweet and delicate flower that is almost always associated with passionate love. If you are looking for an interesting couple tattoo, below you will find a tattoo template that combines the infinite symbol and the rose. Want to know more about the meaning of flower tattoo ? We invite you to consult our recent article on the subject.

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It is also possible to add to your infinite tattoo the date of your wedding day, as has been done in the photo below. To make original, opt for Roman numerals.

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And for those who are in love with pizza – you will find below an idea of ​​infinite tattoo really funny. Pizza forever! You can invent other similar variants, with cake or cheese, for example. Finally, you’ve understood the idea … Express your love for good food!

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The infinite tattoos are quite discreet. They are perfect for a tattoo arm, forearm, wrist, ankle … This symbol is easily recognizable by everyone, just as the heart. There is therefore no need to get a tattoo on a part of the visible body.

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Tattooing and symbols: a question of personal interpretation?

You can see that the majority of symbols have various meanings. It’s the same with colors. In Japan, white clothes are worn at funerals and red at the wedding day. In the West, marriage is most often associated with the white wedding dress. It’s impossible to find a single meaning to his tattoo. Everything is a question of personal interpretation …

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