What does a Unalome tattoo symbolize?

A person's duty and purpose on this earth is to attain enlightenment, which is associated with the unalome in Buddhist tradition. While the swirls and twists represent our daily struggles, the straight portion represents the peace and clarity that come from enlightenment.

Last but not least, the dots at the top of the piece represent the nothingness that follows death.  

Depending on which way the spirals are facing, these shapes can also represent different aspects of the male and female. A female unalome faces left, while a male unalome faces right. Incorporating other elements into an unalome tattoo with this orientation can also make for a more informed design. A path to enlightenment should always point upwards, because it moves the individual to a higher plane of existence.  

Unalome Tattoo Variations

There are no variations to the Unalome tattoo. It is clear what you are getting when you get an Unalome tattoo. Below is an example of one of the images you might see attached to the Unalome.

Unalome With Lotus Tattoo

Tattooing the Unalome with Lotus is a very popular way to get this tattoo. The lotus represents overcoming adversity in the same way that the Unalome symbolize the journey to enlightenment. As such, it perfectly corresponds to the Unalome.

Unalome Tattoo Placement

You should remember that getting your Unalome tattoo in the wrong place can be offensive in many places. Thailand, for example, considers the feet dirty, but the head sacred. People can be offended when spiritual tattoos are placed below the waste.

Make sure you do your research before getting a tattoo so you won't offend the locals.

Looking for a tattoo artist with experience in Unalome tattoos is your best bet if you want to get one. In another country, you might even be able to obtain it the old-fashioned way, which is called Sak Yant, which means "to tap Yantra.". The tattoo is obtained by tapping bamboo shoots. However, if you need help deciding where to go, let us know and we'd be happy to assist you.

Geometric Themed Straight Line Unalome Tattoo

There are geometric patterns available for unalome tattoos. By mixing sacred symbols from different religions, this unalome tattoo incorporates the theme of geometry. The holy 'om' comes from Hindu culture, whereas the unalome symbol represents Buddhism.

This monochrome straight-line unalome symbol tattoo makes it easy to show off your love for different religions, and if you prefer Buddhism, you can engrave a tiny seated Buddha on the bottom of the tattoo.

The sumptuous tattoo contains other symbols as well. Infinity symbolizes never-ending possibilities or opportunities in life. This unalome tattoo is also inked with a sun, which tattoo artists believe is a symbol of overcoming difficulties in life. Tattoo artists see it as a symbol of light at the end of a dark tunnel. It is sure to catch everyone's attention when you combine different symbols into one tattoo, isn't it?