Rampant Lion Tattoo

Rampant Lion Tattoo

The rampant lion appears as a symbol on many flags. It's on the flag of Scotland, of Flanders (Belgium) and on the coat of arms of Jerusalem.

The lion in Celtic lore has always been revered as a powerful and dangerous entity, symbolic both of youthful virulence and aged wisdom - nobility in strength. It can be found in many aspects of Celtic art, none more permanent in modern times than the application as a tattoo.

The Celtic lion and the tattoos resulting from its potent image are found throughout England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales - and beyond, with the popularity of Celtic lion tattoos (and Celtic tattoos in general) rising steadily.

Rampant lion tattoos are the favorite of Scottish people, symbolizing their bond with Scotland.

Celebrities and Lion Tattoos

Here's an overview of celebrities that have a lion tattoo:

• Robbie Williams: has a lion on his left shoulder. Under it is a banner with "Born to be mild" written on it. On top of the lion tattoo is a text that says "Elvis, grant me serenity".
• Christian Slater: has 2 lions on his right shoulder.
• Rod Stewart: has a Scottish lion tattoo on his left arm.