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Revered in both Eastern and Western culture, the elephant is a symbol of longevity, wisdom and patience.
She is the carrier of kings and queens, the bringer of water, the lifeblood of the kingdom.
In Sanskrit, the elephant mandala represents a circle, or the interconnections of life. Birth, life and death are all reflected in the symbolism of this majestic creature, who is both loved and feared.
She is a gentle giant, the nurturer who ensures her calves have the best possible chance at life, while also protecting them from the predators of the world.
The elephant also plays a prominent part in many world religions, namely Buddhism. In Buddhism, the ancient legend tells of Buddha’s birth to Queen Maya, who had trouble conceiving.
One night, she dreamed of a white elephant who gifted her with a white lotus flower. The elephant then circled Queen Maya three times and entered her womb. When she awoke, she knew she would then be carrying the next Messiah, Buddha himself. The woman with the elephant tattoo is in touch with her spiritual side.
The elephant herself is royalty. She is a deity in many cultures, bringing rain, wisdom, protection and fertility. Amazing is the woman who is adorned with the elephant tattoo. She is powerful and graceful beyond measure.
