Polynesians also considered the shark to be a sacred animal. For them, the shark tattoo served to protect them from their enemies. A Polynesian fisherman would also sport tattoo symbols to protect him and his vessel from sharks in the waters where he fished. In Hawaii, you'll hear about the protective power of the aumakua, a row of tattooed dots around the ankle that keep sharks at bay. Legend tells of a woman swimming in the ocean and being attacked by a shark -- until it saw the tattoo. It let go and promised it wouldn't happen again!
Hawaiian tribal tattoos for the family are a blend of tribal designs with symbolism. Peace, love, and fertility are tribal tattoos that can symbolize family.
Hes got a shark on his shaved side of this head!
His tattoo is his vampiric name
Depends on what the tattoo is of
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It means that you are a bottomfeederl
He's a pimp simple
It represents strength, speed and power
Most Hawaiian tattoos are called Maori, or Polynesian tattooing. It is a form of tattooing that was made famous by the Hawaiian tribes and is considered to be part of their culture.
Strength and protection.Shark teeth tattoos usually meant that the shark was a family protector, family god or 'aumakua. The Hawaiian people were very superstitious and believed you were NOT to say what kind of shark as it could be used against you. (reefannie)
"shark" in Hawaiian is "Manō" pronounced (Mah-no) a long "o" sound at the end.
aumakua(hawaiian)
The Hawaiian tattoo for love is usually represented by symbols such as the heart, plumeria flower, or honu (turtle), which symbolize love, affection, and relationships in Hawaiian culture. Some people also choose to incorporate the word "aloha" into their tattoo design, as it signifies love, peace, and compassion in Hawaiian language.
NIHO-MANO TATTOO - The niho mano is a pattern of triangles used in traditional Hawaiian tattooing. Sometimes arranged in a row, in opposing rows, or stacked in a pyramid, the niho mano is very likely a representation of shark teeth. In Hawaii, the art of tattoo was called kaka u i ka uh i, or to "strike on the black." As in other parts of Polynesia, tattooed designs enveloped the body with genealogical and spiritual power, and transformed living bodies into dwelling places for the gods and protective ancestors called 'au-makua.
From what I've gathered any traditional tattoo of a shark, octopus, leviathan, etc. shows that the sailor is not afraid of death at sea. Today, Navy Divers get shark tattoos.
tiger shark = "manō kaika" or "manō kaleokelako"
all i no the tattoo is a Hawaiian flower