A lot of Pacific tattoos and marking are ancient, so Maori / Samoan / Polynesian / Marquesan / Kalinga...
Each mark has individual meanings.
tattooing and marking the skin is a very ancient art and examples have been found on mummies as well as remains of people from distant tribes. there is too much information to go into here so really try to research it using the tattoo styles mentioned above as a starting point.
A phoenix is a legendary creature that is usually represented by a bird made of flames. In the stories, the phoenix would be destroyed, but would rise again from the ashes to continue on.
An infinity sign with the word strength merged into it would mean to be forever strong.
You could also consider quotes.
Symbols
You will have this tattoo for now on, so it is best to really think it out. Think about your story, what you survived, and something that gave you hope. What you you use to visualize that part of your life? A tattoo is become part of you, so it should be very personal.
The Dachshund symbolizes Survival.
It digs holes to catch badgers and adapted to Urban living through Survival. Well, also the PHOENIX is big on survival, after all it burns to ashes, then rises up to go on....Now maybe there is something that suggests survival to you....Dont be trapped by recomendations... After all a rifle, bow and arrow, and a knife imposed in front of a canteen may mean survival to someone....Hope this helps...
One tattoo that symbolizes transformation is the butterfly. Another tattoo that also represents transformation is the lotus flower which represents beauty.
A dagger tattoo symbolizes death.
dragons!!!!
yes
A tattoo crown symbolizes authority and loyalty
Tattoo saying MIRACLE
A tattoo crown symbolizes authority and loyalty
yin yang
Clouds !
DICE
It symbolizes evil
The anchor