Religious tattoos may seem like a contradiction, the reason being that they are forbidden by some religions, such as orthodox Judaism. Until recently, the world of tattoos had certain connotations that contrasted sharply with the values of religions.
Nevertheless, Christian, Hindu, Buddhist, Islamic or other religious symbols are actually quite common in tattoos. You may be surprised to learn that about 25 percent of all tattoos in the United States have some kind of religious meaning.
