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After first veiwing this tattoo in Tattoo Charlies on the Baltimore Block some 40 years ago I have made a great effort to look back at this cool but spooky tattoo.While sailing in the US Mechant Marines I met a Bosun who had this picture tattooed on his entire back. He had it done in Japan and drank 2 fifths of scotch while a girl applied the ink. Back to the meaning: 1) A soul lost in the sea of life(sin) with no other hope left except to cling to the Rock of Ages (the Cross of Christ) as the only comfort in a life that has been swallowed up. This is the meaning that most believe. 2) A wife morns at the gravestone of her husband who died at sea and the only remembrance is the large tomb stone or Rock that pushes out of the raging sea. Most pictures show the sinking ship in the backround. Anyway you look at it this is a heavy picture that has held my thoughts for almost half a centery. If you really want to get into it buy a copy of Don Ed Hardy's book "Rock of Ages". He really gets into it with both history and pictures. The book is coastly but well worth it. "Enjoy" Joe Kopeck / Parkville,MD
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When was Rock of Ages Light created?
Rock of Ages Light was created in 1908.
Whats the symbolism of a lock and key tattoo?
The lock and key tattoo can symbolize either a couple, in which it would mean love. Or it can be for sisters, for the bond of sisterhood, and friendship.
How do you know what age your pet rock is?
Have it carbon dated, Failing that just refer to it as the rock of ages.
What are current theories about the cause of ice ages?
a rock of an icerock
What do faults tell geologists about the relative ages of rock?
A fault must be younger than the rock it cuts through.
Does Tom Cruise have a tattoo?
in rock of ages he has a tattoo but in real life no
Best tattoo artist in Texas?
Steve Byrne at Rock of Ages Tattoo in Austin
What does a dagger tattoo symbolize?
A dagger tattoo symbolizes death.
What does a black swan tattoo symbolize?
A black swan tattoo can symbolize man different things. It could symbolize that the owner of it is peaceful and graceful. Swans are mainly known to symbolize grace.
What does a purple dragonfly tattoo symbolize?
Purple is a color of royalty. Dragonflies symbolize good luck. A purple dragonfly tattoo is therefore a very good tattoo to have.
What does a butterfly tattoo on the left shoulder symbolize?
There are an unlimited number of things that a butterfly tattoo on the left shoulder could symbolize. It could symbolize peace for example.
What does a butterfly koi tattoo symbolize?
A butterfly koi tattoo can symbolize a great many things. A butterfly koi can symbolize faith, trust, hope, and love.
What do Tattoo of scales symbolize?
A Scales tattoo could symbolize justice, or the person with the ink could believe in astrology and be a Libra.
What does a fishbone tattoo symbolize?
A fish bone tattoo symbolizes high status. The fish bone tattoo was popular among Native American tribes to symbolize their ranking.
What does a earth and moon tattoo symbolize?
Moon tattoos often symbolize motion and change. A tattoo of the earth can symbolize many things, however, it best symbolizes life.
What does crown tattoo symbolize?
A tattoo crown symbolizes authority and loyalty
What does a crown tattoo symbolize?
A tattoo crown symbolizes authority and loyalty
