use of aztec symbols in tattoos

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use of aztec symbols in tattoos

Unread post by opietailor » January 6th, 2005, 11:08 pm

Anyone know what the double headed serpent represents? I believe it has three humps in back and serpent head on both sides.
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Unread post by Lexis33 » February 25th, 2005, 2:31 pm

The Feathered Serpent was representative of the Aztec god Quetzalcoatl. The double-headed serpent was believed to be a chest ornament worn during religious ceremonies by the priest. The serpent's shedding of the skin symbolizes rebirth and renewal.
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Re: use of aztec symbols in tattoos

Unread post by MidTownLoco » May 6th, 2005, 8:39 am

Lexis33 wrote:The Feathered Serpent was representative of the Aztec god Quetzalcoatl. The double-headed serpent was believed to be a chest ornament worn during religious ceremonies by the priest. The serpent's shedding of the skin symbolizes rebirth and renewal.
yup my uncle has that tat on his right shoulder alot of other azteca members get the azteca sol or the aztec king
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