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There are many popular animal images that are frequently used in body art designs, however when it comes to mens tattoos, strong and powerful beasts such as big cat species like the tiger and jaguar are immensely popular. However, one of the most widely requested images of this kind has to be the King of the Jungle himself, so not surprisingly lion tattoos for men are in huge demand. 
These can be depicted in a variety of differing styles that can be scaled to suit most skin surfaces on small, medium and large areas of the body. While some prefer images that reflect the lion in its natural format, either as a full bodied creature, or simply using its head and shoulders with its distinctive man others prefer more abstract versions like those featured in tribal artwork and zodiac designs. Of course, when it comes to the latter, this particular image appeals to many men who were born under the astrological sign of Leo however, it is a popular masculine image simply because guys can relate, or aspire to this particular beast’s traits and characteristics.
Lions are powerful beasts that are renowned for their agility, strength and ferocity so in this respect they are admired and feared in equal measures as one of the mightiest predators on earth. There is however actually a lot more to these creatures than the obvious attributes that lion tattoos for men reflect as this particular mammal also offers immense symbolism and has played a significant part in history throughout the centuries, from differing cultures and countries all around the globe. The regal lion is very much synonymous with royalty and has been a symbol of nobility used for heraldic purposes since ancient times. It has also mentioned in numerous legends and mythological tales since biblical times and in this respect it has often used in modern times as body art to signify Christian beliefs. 
In contrast, it is also used in the Islamic faith especially when used in combination with the image of a sword as this symbolizes power according to the beliefs of Islam. On a lighter note, lions were used by the Romans as a symbol for love while the Egyptians used two lions back to back to symbolize, an element that was of great significance in ancient Egypt.
The lion is the tallest of all the big cat species, however while its skull is of a similar shape to that of the tiger, the latter is actually slightly larger however thanks to the lion’s most distinctive and entirely unique feature, it often appears larger. This is of course, its tawny, golden mane which certainly makes it stand out, in its natural habitat as well as when inked on the human skin. These are also the only species of their kind whose physical appearance differs greatly between the male and females. This may be why lion tattoos for men have such an alluring appeal, as this is a very masculine image that leaves no doubt about the message it is supposed to delivers.
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