A lotus flower tattoo is not just a pretty flower. It has meaning and symbolism in ancient Asian spirituality. In Buddhism, a lotus flower tattoo is chosen for the enlightenment level that a person has reached. The stage of growth is used to signify the level. It is a symbol of the pureness and faith. It can also symbolize being reborn. The tattoo can be small and placed on the ankle or the wrist, or it can be big enough to cover an entire shoulder blade or lower back. Some people even incorporate the lotus flower into a full sleeve of Asian art.

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The color of the lotus flower is just as important as the stage of the flower. White means purity, blue is for self-control, red is the heart, and pink is the symbol for Buddha. Purple is for mysticism and gold means you have reached full enlightenment or homage to Buddhism.