2. Religious Tattoos on the Chest 

Close to your heart and pride of place in many tattoo collections, religious tattoos on the chest are truly powerful. Equally beautiful and meaningful in simple linework or fully shaded, expert photo-realism, these heartfelt pieces of art show what guides your life. The chest is a wonderful place for portraits of all kinds, including religious, because of the relatively large swath of smoothly curved skin. They’re equally ideal for large scenes involving several images or people. 

Religion is a private thing for many people, which makes chest tattoos a subtle option. You can choose to go shirtless whenever possible to show off your design. In most work and social settings, however, your artwork will remain covered, a personal tribute between you and your Higher Power. This makes chest tattoos particularly intimate in a religious sense.

On the flip side, if the idea of “covering up” your religion makes you uneasy, remember that chest tattoos are easily expanded into shoulder tattoos, torso pieces and sleeves, leaving you plenty of future opportunity to broadcast your beliefs loud and clear! 

3. Religious Tattoos on the Forearm 

One of the most visible places for a tattoo, religious tattoos on the forearm are for strong, solid believers who won’t mind the occasional question or comment. Forearms offer a unique canvas: smooth, long and narrow.

For some designs, this can prove challenging. Other religious images, however, such as the Last Supper of Jesus with his Disciples, couldn’t be more ideal for forearm tattoos! If you have wider forearms, a vertical portrait is another gorgeous option. 

Longer pieces of Scripture, verses from the Tripitaka, Koran, Torah and other holy books, prayers and mantras are also right at home on the forearm. Keep the linework and lettering crisp and easily readable throughout the piece. If you’re unsure whether a particular image or religious text will fit on your forearm, schedule a consult with a trust tattoo artist and get their opinion.