BURGESS
@burgess
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replied to the topic Swastika? in the forum Tattoo Questions and Experiences 12 years, 7 months ago
I am taking it on board; I am interested in others’ opinions which is why I’m here.
But I do think it’s important that as I am asking for advice, you all know why and why I’d consider getting such a controversial tattoo so that I get an informed and thought out opinion instead of a generic answer.
I am young, but not that young. Old enough to…[Read more]
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replied to the topic Swastika? in the forum Tattoo Questions and Experiences 12 years, 7 months ago
It’s been used for thousands of years by many different cultures as a representation for many positive things; namely but not restricted to luck, fertility, life, light and love.
I find it quite sad that something which meant something so good and spiritual for so long was turned into something so disgusting and full of hate. And I think using it…[Read more]
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replied to the topic Swastika? in the forum Tattoo Questions and Experiences 12 years, 7 months ago
That’s good. The one I was thinking of using doesn’t resemble the nazi symbol.
I think it would be great to bring back its true meanings. ๐
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replied to the topic Swastika? in the forum Tattoo Questions and Experiences 12 years, 7 months ago
Just wondering; I saw this tattoo (a modified Jain swatika)
Would you automatically assume this person was a nazi and that they were using it as a sign of hatred?
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replied to the topic Swastika? in the forum Tattoo Questions and Experiences 12 years, 7 months ago
Aye, maybe it is a bad idea. Wouldn’t go well with my skinhead, blonde hair and blue eyes.
Thanks anyway. ๐
It’s a shame people are so ignorant.