Would it be a sin to get a tattoo of a dragon?

[quote name='Shan Missions;35252][QUOTE=thesuperjag;35055]Tattoo is a sin' date=' but it is no where an unforgiveable sin, as there is only one unforgiveable sin... that is blasphemy the Holy Spirit. (Mark 3:29, Luke 12:10)Such tribal people are uncivilised. They don't know the Bible. No one has told them that tattooing is sin. They have such custom for generations. They died and they are going to die wth tattoo and without knowing that tattooing is sin. Are they all going to hell since the wages of sin is hell?Sin is sin. There are millions of people who had never heared about Jesus and had died. Are they all in hell now?[/QUOTE'] The Lord is a completly righteous and just judge. Leave eternal things to Him. It's our own walk that should concern us.

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I really want one - a BIG one - of a Chinese dragon.
I don't know if it would be a sin per say, however it is prohibited. I'm not going to lie though, I do love Chinese dragons. "Do not cut your bodies for the dead or put tattoo marks on yourselves." (Leviticus 19:28)

Galatians 3:24-2524 Wherefore the law was our schoolmaster to bring us unto Christ, that we might be justified by faith.25 But after that faith is come, we are no longer under a schoolmaster.Are you ready to use all the Mosaic Laws (all 613 commandments) you live by the law you die by it. I perfer God's grace and Jesus's sacrifice...

Wow. Very interesting opinions, all varying greatly. I have two tattoos. One is a moon with the clouds passing through it on the back of my shoulder. I did not choose it because it was "worldly" or spoke of anything other than what it was...a quick choice by a silly young girl. I didn't put much thought into it, just liked the picture.My second tattoo was well thought out. I have the words "La Mia Vita Bella" and a small red rose on my lower back. It is Italian for "My beautiful Life." I chose this because I am so very much in love with my life, especially as I learn more about the Lord. I have so much to be thankful for and I truly DO love the life He has given me. I am planning a third, of a cross, on my back as well. As for the implications, we all wear jewelry. We take care with our appearance. We don't always use food to treat our bodies as temples. I don't think any one sin has any greater weight than the others. All sin is the same to the Lord. Twenty people can find twenty different quotes from the Bible to justify their opinions. Sin is sin, no matter which quote you use or what you're against personally. I don't think quoting the Bible is very wise in this regard because I do think every one of us is guilty of vanity (at least at some point in our lives) and overeating (even if you're thin) and adornment (wearing jewelry, makeup, etc.) Because of that, it sounds a bit hypocritical. Quoting the Leviticus passage doesn't tend to sway me as the words often used to dissway are preceded by words that that specifically say "honoring the dead." I believe that He meant to let us know that we are NOT to honor the dead or any God other than Him. I have enjoyed reading everyone's posts! I love that people are passionate about their opinions, I think it's crucial that each person question what is true and relevant to today. I know I have a lot to learn yet, Jesus has just started working on me (because I've just recently opened my heart and life to it), and I love learning from all of you!

I haven't been at this long enough to form a "knowledgeable" opinion but would like to offer Kimshi the following to think about;1) Be sure you understand why you want the tattoo (motive). Is it something very few will see? If others see it or comment on it (good or bad), how will that make you feel? What emmotions will be associated with it when either you or others see it? This could tell you alot about whether getting the tattoo is innocent or not. I may not have an opinion about tattoos but I believe that doing something to our bodies to get attention or to "enjoy" the attention, is against a Christian philosophy. I'm not saying that is your case, but be honest with yourself.2) If you are doubting now, how will it be AFTER you get the tattoo. Even if you convince yourself beforehand, can you be sure the doubt will not return years from now? Although I (currently) know very little about the scriptures, here is something I regret I know all too well..... living with guilt! If you doubt your actions there will be guilt associated with it. In my opinion, it's just not worth it!Thanks to everyone who uses this forum. You enrich my life. God bless you all.ray3:

I'd like to get a tattoo of a cross along with some scriptures below. It would make me feel better if i have a mark that reminds me of Christ, thats my opinion though.

i heard about one of our young pastors who has a large tatto on his right breast it is a large sword and on the blade of the sword is written .Epesians 6:16-17In addition to all of this take up the shield of faith with which you can extinguishall the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit which is the word of God.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------a reminder it is with that same sword of the spirit that our only savior from sin Jesus who was weakened by 40 days of fasting still easly defeated Satan with in the desert shortly before his crucifixtion.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------is it a sin to have a tatto ? it depends on a person's motives