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Thai Sak Yant

A Thai Sak Yant tattoo is a form of sacred, traditional tattooing that originates from ancient Thai and Khmer cultures. These tattoos often feature geometric designs, sacred animals, or deities, combined with ancient mantras written in Khom, an old Cambodian script or Pali, the language of Theravada Buddhism. Each design is believed to offer specific spiritual benefits such as protection, luck, strength, or even success in love or battle.

The most well-known Sak Yant tattoos include:

1. Hah Taew (Five Lines): Each of the five lines offers different blessings, such as protection from harm, luck in life, and the removal of bad fortune.

2. Gao Yord (Nine Peaks): This is a sacred design that provides protection and power, symbolizing Mount Meru (the center of the universe in Buddhist cosmology).

3. Paed Tidt (Eight Directions): This design offers protection in all eight directions, ideal for those who travel often.

4. Tiger Yant: Often represents power, authority, and respect, commonly worn by warriors or those seeking strength and leadership.

5. Hanuman: The mythical monkey god from the Ramakien epic, representing courage, strength, and loyalty.