The scorpions have connections to many ancient cultures and religions, although we may perceive them as a terrifying insect.
The scorpions are ancient creatures that came into the world millions of years before humans. Therefore, they know this planet much better than we do! And while people believe that scorpions are quite deadly, not every one of their bites automatically brings death.
This is not to say that you should domesticate every Scorpio you encounter. Some species are capable of killing humans with one bite.
Still, the opposite of these fatal bites is their benefit for protection. The scorpion uses its sting to protect itself from enemies and enemies. Therefore, the Scorpio can also symbolize protection and defense.
In fact, the scorpion is a good example of how effectively small animals can attack an opponent.
Just like other animal tattoos, we often choose scorpions for their innate characteristics and traits. While these characteristics can be deadly and their stings are very dangerous, the scorpions also have very complex properties.
For example, the men can choose a scorpion tattoo because it is associated with sexuality and excitement. The male scorpions perform a mating dance to attract the females. Therefore, every man who tattoos himself a scorpion finds that he is a seducer or a Casanova.
The mythological meaning of the scorpion
Did you know that scorpions belong to the family of nobility and are really to be found worldwide except for the polar regions? The small animals with their striking poison sting can be partially up to 21 cm long.
They fascinate us because they with this sting opposite them, if they want to kill or spare it. Therefore, the scorpion in Africa is where many scorpion species are located as a death charm and is symbolically for death and the underworld.
In ancient Egypt, there was even a protective goddess called Selket, which was shown on the head with a scorpion sting. Scorpions helped her when she was in need, so they became their allies.
The scorpion king in the movie "The Scorpion King" is based on Egyptian legends: In ancient Egypt, two kings should have given the name "Scorpion".
But not only the Egyptians knew the symbolic meaning of the scorpion, even in Greek mythology he occurs: The Greek hunting goddess Artemis had a scorpion that protected her before the Jäger Orion, who wanted to kill all animals on earth.
Therefore, the scorpion in ancient Greece is considered a protective animal. However, the Bible sees the scorpion rather as a vitality and hell animal, which stands with the devil in the leaf. He is said to be a connection into the dull and the ancestors.
Here, Egyptian and Christian mythology meet.
In the Mayan culture, the scorpions were a symbol of medicine and surgery. They found that just like the Scorpio, the surgeon must bring his patients to sleep in order for them to be calm.
The links with medicine also exist in some African cultures, where it is believed that the poison of the scorpions has important healing properties.
Thanks to this legend, we have the zodiac sign Scorpio. It is the eighth zodiac sign and applies to anyone born between October 23rd and November 21st. Scorpios are loyal, brave, centered, and intuitive.
They can be jealous and manipulative, and also a little bit temperamental and vindictive. Getting a tattoo of a Scorpio is the perfect way to wear your zodiac sign with pride.
Scorpions are said to have the following nature:
- mysterious, philosophical and rather introverted
- thoughtful and very profound
- sometimes headstrong and proud
- individual and combative
- compassionate and kind
- strict and unyielding
- Tendency to be impulsive, as well as envy and jealousy
What is the meaning of these tattoos?

The scorpion tattoos clearly have different meanings. And therefore, you can design a tattoo that is unique and has your own personal meaning. Still, scorpion tattoos can represent any of the following traits.
- Fear and anxiety
- Power
- Death
- Defence and control
- Loyalty
- Sexuality and seduction
- Surgery
- Medicine
The reasons for getting a scorpion tattoo can be many. Do you feel connected to your zodiac sign and therefore want to wear it symbolically on your skin? Or are you just fascinated by the small, prickly, aggressive animals?
A scorpion tattoo looks great and you can wear it in many different styles and variations.
On the other hand, it can indicate vulnerability and defensive behaviour. Think about your biggest fears or why you sometimes feel vulnerable. You can also immortalize these fears and opponents in the tattoo, in a symbolic or direct way.
This way you have a memory of your fears so that you can overcome them. In addition, the Scorpio is a zodiac sign of inner strength, whether for the defensive or the offensive.
Having the sting in the design above will make others know you are strong and you shouldn't be underestimated.
Meaning of tattoos of scorpion stingers
This tattoo can symbolize different things. When it's poisonous and about to attack, a scorpion can be deadly and you must absolutely avoid encountering it. To emphasize these properties, you can give the scorpion a frightening face or let a poison drip from its sting.
These types of designs show the others that you are always ready to attack. Plus, they can also represent that you are very resourceful when it comes to teaching defeat to your opponents, even if they are bigger and stronger than you.
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