When the triangle points up, it represents a strong foundation, earth and water symbols, ascension to heaven, or male energy (fire and air). If it was pointing down, the meaning would be different. If the triangle is pointing up, the meaning could be different. Unlike circles and squares, the direction also plays a role in the triangle’s symbology. An equilateral triangle often represents this trinity. The most common symbology that comes to mind when you think of a triangle is the Holy Trinity, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost. It’s linked with the number ‘three’ because three lines or points make a triangle. Triangle is a common symbol in religions, so it’s commonly seen in sacred tattoos. And in Chinese symbology, the square is a sign of the earth. In Hinduism, the square represents the balance of opposites. In Native American religions, the square represents safety. Of course, the meaning of square also differs by religion. Therefore, they are considered static, reliable, and material.
Unlike crosses with similar symbology as squares representing materialism, the squares have volume.
In the world of mathematics, Pythagoras linked squares with the number ‘four.’ This number is linked with physical elements (earth, wind, fire, and water), directions (north, south, east, and west), and seasons (spring, summer, fall, and winter). These shapes are symmetrical, especially square from all sides, so they are often linked with stability and structure. There are many interpretations of squares and rectangles. This shape is also connected to the popular ouroboros (snake-eating snake) tattoos, a symbol that originated from Egyptian iconography and was adopted by alchemists. In Astrology, circles represent cycles and evolution. It represents the heavens, so it has positive connotations. In Chinese symbology, the meaning of circle is a little different. In Judeo-Christianity, circles are symbols of sanctity (think haloes over angels). For instance, a circle represents enlightenment and perfection in unity in Zen Buddhist philosophy. However, the exact meaning may vary by religion. In a religious or spiritual context, a circle represents wholeness or infinity. However, circles also symbolize astrology, as circular shapes represent the sun and moon.īecause circles represent elements like the sun and moon in nature, they symbolize life or lifecycle. This shape is particularly popular in religious and sacred tattoos. Let’s focus on the basic shapes and what they mean: CircleĬircles are perhaps the most common organic geometric shape in the tattoo world. Then, there are abstract shapes created from the basic shapes. However, lines and points also come under geometry. When we say geometry, shapes are probably the first thing that comes to mind.
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