History of Tattoos in Religion

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Tattoos and religion have a long history, but the relationship between the two has not always been cohesive. In 787 AD, Pope Hadrian I prohibited all forms of tattooing, largely because Roman and Greek cultures used tattooing as a mark for slaves and criminals. The tattoos Christians were receiving…

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History of Tattoos in Religion

People's Graphic Design Archive

№ 13,132

Tattoos and religion have a long history, but the relationship between the two has not always been cohesive. In 787 AD, Pope Hadrian I prohibited all forms of tattooing, largely because Roman and Greek cultures used tattooing as a mark for slaves and criminals. The tattoos Christians were receiving…

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