The cross tattoo has long been associated with religion, mainly the Christian faith

. They are a strong religious symbol that also acts as a symbol of faith, hope, and belief

. The cross tattoo looks great in both large and small designs

. It can also be combined with other tattoos such as the tribal design

. There are different types of cross tattoos; the Celtic cross and the tribal cross

. The Celtic cross is one of the most requested today because of its beauty and intricate detail

. The Celtic cross design comes from both the Christian religion and Pagan religions

. To the Christian religion, the cross symbolizes the death and resurrection of Christ

. To other Pagan faiths, the cross may symbolize the four elements of the earth

. It does not matter the religion as the cross tattoo has been around and used by people of all faiths and backgrounds for hundreds of years

. Some people see the cross tattoo as a guide in life while others know its symbol for their faith

. The Tribal cross combines the elements of the cross with the elements of tribal art

. This is usually done using bold black lines and designs

. You can always tell if a tattoo is a tribal tattoo based on the dark features and boldness of the tattoo

. Usually tribal crosses are large, dark and bold, they stick out of the crowd of tattoos

. The Calvary Cross is a cross mounted on three steps that represent the Hill of Calvary

. This is usually a design that symbolizes faith, hope, and love

. The Crucifix is the type of cross that shows Jesus on a wooden Cross and symbolizes the Christian faith

. The Crown of thorns is depicted as a cross with a crown of thorns hanging on one side

. The cross of nails uses the image of large nails, the kind that were driven through the hands and feet of Jesus, to make up the cross

. Sometimes the Crown of thorns is added to the cross of nails

. The Crusaders Cross is usually a large cross surrounded by smaller crosses

. This is thought to symbolize the message of Christ to spread the gospel

. The type of cross that you choose is entirely up to you

. This is a great symbol if you want to represent your religion or faith

. It is also a popular choice just because people like the appearance

. The cross tattoo is one of the few designs seen as unisex

. It deals with the spiritual rather than the physical

. Two of the most common placements for cross tattoos are on the arm and back, however they can be placed anywhere on the body

. A small cross can be placed on the ankle or wrist

. They can also be used as the center piece of an arm or leg sleeve, or can be the center of a large back piece

. The placement is entirely up to you, it all depends on how visible you want your statement of faith and religion to be

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