What do Sak Yant tattoos mean?

Sak yant tattoos are said to offer luck, various powers and protection. Animal “yants” convey the animal’s powers to the wearer.

What does the traditional Thai tattoo mean?

Unlike other places where tattoos are obtained based on the hype or trend, tattoos in Thailand are a form of protection to ward off evil spirit. They’re also believed to boost a person’s luck, a certain trait or personality along with health and wealth. These tattoos – believed to be magical – are called Sak Yant.

What does the two tigers mean?

The two tigers in this Yants represent the great power. It is believed to support the wearers to overcome all enemies and miss all kinds of dangers. The tiger represents power, strength and authority. This Yant is a favourite with Muay Thai fighters and soldiers alike. Many prefer twin tigers.

Is it disrespectful to have a Buddha tattoo?

Is it disrespectful to have a Buddha tattoo? Yes. It is customary to hang pictures of Buddha at the highest place in your house, and treat it with respect. If you put it on your body, especially on a lower part, it can be seen as extremely disrespectful.

What is the meaning of YANT?

In this context, sak means “to tap” or “to tattoo”, and yant means “yantra”, which is originally a Sanskrit word. Sak Yant tattoos are a traditional Thai form of tattooing, involving sacred geometrical designs. They are incredibly intricate, and each element will have a specific meaning for the wearer.

How much are Sak Yant tattoos?

The price of Sak Yant Tattoos varies a lot. They range from $120 to $500 dollars. Things that affect the price of your Sak Yant tattoo include the size, placement, and the Arjarn you visit. If you visit the same Arjarn that has seen celebrities, expect to pay more.

Is sak yant painful?

A common question asked is how painful getting a sak yant is, and the answer varies from person to person and location on the body (the bonier parts such as your chest and ribcage will hurt more than your arm or leg). For some, it is extremely painful, and for others, it doesn’t hurt much at all.

Does Sak Yant tattoo hurt?

If we’re being honest, the tattooing procedure was extremely painful. However, there was no bleeding or scabbing, and as soon as the tattoo was finished, all pain dissolved away. Like many others considering a Sak Yant tattoo, sanitation was a significant concern prior to just allowing anyone to stick us with a needle.