10 Christian Angel Tattoo Designs

Apr 25, 2009

This article originally showed a gallery of 10 Christian Angel Tattoo Designs. I don’t have any tattoos myself—but many Christians do. Some believe that for a Christian to have a tattoo is wrong, because of Leviticus 19:28, where it reads:

“You shall not make any cuttings in your flesh on account of the dead or tattoo any marks upon you: I am the LORD.”

There’s an interesting article on the meaning of this verse, it’s context and validity in the New Covenant over at Religious Tattoos. I have deleted the images this post contains, as I now feel I was in error. Whilst I’m not stating that having a tattoo is wrong, I don’t want to glorify it either. If you are a Christian who is thinking about having one, please pray to the LORD Jesus about it first.

Are you a Christian who has a tattoo? Do you think it’s okay by the LORD? What do you think of these designs? I’d like to hear your opinions below…

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11 Inspiring Comments, Comment or Ping

Jeff

Why show tattoos? I thought tattoos were a taboo according to the Bible.

May 9th, 2009
Andrew Kelsall (54 comments.)

@ Jeff

I already linked to an article at the top of the page, on how the “No tattoo’s” law was from Moses in the Old testiment here @ http://www.wcg.org/lit/law/otl/otl04.htm

The article lists the reasons why Christians may have them in the New Covenant, the first reason is here:

1. Did Old Testament prophets predict that God would make a new covenant with his people? Jer. 31:31-34. Would this be an everlasting covenant? Jer. 32:38-40; Ezek. 16:60-62; 37:26; Isa. 55:3.

Comment: The prophets predicted a new covenant between God and humans — a new basis of relationship. The fact that a new covenant would be made implies two things about the covenant made at Sinai: 1) The Sinai covenant was temporary, serving a temporary purpose, and 2) it was not complete for God’s ultimate plan and purpose. The new covenant, unlike the one made at Sinai, will last forever. It is designed for eternal life. “If there had been nothing wrong with that first covenant, no place would have been sought for another” (Heb. 8:7).

What was wrong with the first covenant? “God found fault with the people” (verse 8). God foretold this to Moses: “These people will soon prostitute themselves to the foreign gods of the land they are entering. They will forsake me and break the covenant I made with them. On that day I will become angry with them and forsake them” (Deut. 31:16-18). The people were unable to obey the laws — and since the blessings were conditioned on the Israelites’ obedience, the covenant was limited.

Why did God make a temporary covenant when he knew the people would not obey the covenant? We will discuss that later. For now, we need to focus on the new covenant.

The article lists more. I’m still on the fence with this issue. What do ou think after reading it (if time permits)?

May 9th, 2009
Jeff

I understand that the “no tattoos law” was from the old testament but I just don’t see what the rationale of calling it Christian Angel tattoo design. It really sounds like an oxymoron.

May 10th, 2009
Andrew Kelsall (54 comments.)

Hi again Jeff,

I named the article “Christian Angel tattoo designs” because all the examples come from Religious Tattoos .net, a site that displays Christian body art. Sorry if it feels like an oxymoron-subject to you.

We’re all entitled to out opinions. Thanks again for commenting…

May 10th, 2009
Skysofly

I’m not a fan of tattoos, and although I see your argument for allowing tattoos or approving of them, the same can be paralleled to the Ten Commandments. We may say “well it’s old testament law” and then neglect those specific laws God had given us.

One of the things that was a sign of separation from the gentiles was the use of markings on the bodies of the “heathens” as they are referred to.

Jun 1st, 2009
Andrew Kelsall (54 comments.)

@Skysofly → Yeah, I can see your point there. I’ve been doing some more research on the issue recently, and this article may be worth a read: http://www.gotquestions.org/Christian-tattoos.html

The article is entitled “Is it okay to get tattoos if they are of a Christian nature?”, with the following quote as the conclusion:

…With that said, the biblically based conclusion would seem to be that Christian tattoos are permissible, but it is highly questionable whether they can be considered beneficial and constructive. A Christian considering getting a tattoo should pray for wisdom (James 1:5) and ask the Lord to provide pure motives and discernment.

It gave me something to think about…

Jun 2nd, 2009
Sky

I’ve actually read that article before when discussing this same issue with friends. Thanks for the refresh! Got questions does a great job on most of their articles.

Jun 2nd, 2009
Dave

I actually have a tattoo, that is less than a year old, but have been “saved” for over 15 yrs. I struggled with the idea if it was Ok in my God’s eyes to get a tattoo, as I wanted one but not if it was frowned upon by my lord. I did what all people who have a personal relationship with Jesus do. I asked him, and prayed and waited on his answer before going ahead and getting it done. Obviously if I have gotten one, you know what the answer was. By the way he has not stopped working in me, or using me to bring him glory.
BTW the tattoo i have is a wooden cross looking like it is protruding my skin in my left arm. I would consider an angel tattoo in the future, only after prayer if I get the answer to do so.

Aug 19th, 2009
Andrew Kelsall (54 comments.)

Hi Dave,

Please read my updated article above. Thanks for taking the time to comment

Sep 3rd, 2009
raechelle

tattoo’s are not something we as “chrisitans” should be getting and jesus would not be appproving these as well , soi have them as well but that was “before” i got saved and i knew i wasnt’ suppose to get them thenand i most def. know how that we wont be put to death for it but we may be punished for it becuase it is a law that we know not to do but do it anyway, as for me i will not get anymore being that im “saved” now!

Sep 8th, 2009
Andrew Kelsall (54 comments.)

@raechelle → I can see the argument on both sides, but like you, I plan never to get one done…just in case.

Thanks for contributing

Sep 8th, 2009