Types Of Angel Tattoos

Some people get a specific angel from the bible because they are fascinated with that angel. Another type of tattoo that is common is getting wings on their shoulders to represent they have the same features and meanings of an angel. Some angel tattoos don’t always represent good. People do get evil type of angel tattoos.

* Arch Angels

* Fallen Angels

* Cherubs

* Guardian Angels

* Arch Angels : The most royal of all the angels are the Archangels. They are supposed to be the highest class of angels because they are closer to God. Generally, those who are religious get these tattoos. St. Michael, as mentioned above, led the army of angels against Lucifer to drive him out of heaven. Hence, this is the most famous of the angels. You can see arch angels depicted with armour and a raised sword. They are supposed to be warriors of God.

* Fallen Angels : During the war against Lucifer, some of the angels had what is known as the Great Fall from Heaven. They are the dark angels who lost the battle. They are always depicted in heavy black ink and are drawn with bloody swords and scarred and tattered wings. They are not religious symbols and are generally sported as a sign of rebellion againt set rules of the society.

* Cherubs : The sweetest angel tattoo form is of the cherubs. They are small, childlike angels that contain tiny wings and are rounded in shape. They are happy and peaceful, hence always depicted with a smile on the face. As you might have already guessed, Cupid is the most famous cherub of all! This tattoo is symbolic of love.

* Guardian Angels : These are the ultimate defenders of humans and humanity. They are inked onto the body along with a child to show a caring and helpful nature. Several people get the guardian angel tattoo to show their faith that someone is guarding them.