Butterfly

Symbols |December 10, 2010

by: GiErre

Design Story

Ashaki requested a design of a butterfly viewed from side and formed by some symbols: Sankofa, Bese Saka, Aum, Ankh, Koru and infinity sign.

Sankofa and Bese Saka are Adinkra symbols meaning respectively "learn from the past" and "abundance, unity".

L'Aum is an Indian symbol representing the primeval mantra, consciousness.

The ankh is an ancient Egyptian symbol representing eternal life and protection.

The koru is a Maori symbol, representing the unfolding fern frond and symbolizing the continuity of life.

The butterfly itself is a symbol of freedom and transformation, rebirth.

This design joins opposing meanings like rebirth, transformation and continuity, eternity, past and future, and it represents the duality of everything, which is among the meanings of the Aum.

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Community Comments

luisa Feb 14, 2013

I can't locate the koru symbol. who helps me? This tattoo is very nice, I'm considering it.
[TT: it's the butterfly's antennae!]
Diva Oct 27, 2012

I LOVE this concept of taking various symbols to create a statement piece. I've been wanting several symbols but didn't want them all over me, this is a perfect idea.
chiara Aug 13, 2012

Beautiful! Also for the different messages it contains!
denise Jul 06, 2012

annalisa82 I also have this tattoo..but I would like to see how yours was made..!!
ME Feb 28, 2012

It's just how I want it!
the angry blonde 91 Nov 05, 2011

I think I found the tattoo I was looking for! stupendous!!!!!!! *______________*
annalisa82 Oct 02, 2011

seeing it on your skin... it's a satisfaction... beautiful
[TT: and seeing it published? :) Send us a photo!]
antonio92 Aug 02, 2011

Stupendous...