My Daily Tattoo

Tattoo Design : The Phoenix

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In ancient Egyptian mythology and in myths derived from it, the phoenix is a mythical sacred firebird. Said to live for 500, 1461 or for 12594 years (depending on the source), the phoenix is a male bird with beautiful gold and red plumage. At the end of its life-cycle the phoenix builds itself a nest of cinnamon twigs that it then ignites; both nest and bird burn fiercely and are reduced to ashes, from which a new, young phoenix arises.

So I’ve recently become re-interested in the Phoenix and the mythology behind it and have started looking for a tat that I like. Looks like it may be a longer search than I expected. Below are some of the tattoos or designs that have caught my eye in my initial search.

Not a bad Tattoo but looks a little too aggressive for me. Guess I want a more wise noble phoenix

I actually like this one, kinda has that Japanese style going. Just not sure how it would layout across my shoulder. Will have to print it and experiment some. Also not sure if I would want to color it or leave it like it is in this design.

Another nice Tattoo, rather large for me personally but very tastefully done.

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