Good quality, spousal gift idea?

[farouk]

"Come into my web", said the spider to the fly.

Not sure why that saying came to my mind, but it did.

Wow, that is a tough question. I would always want to be supportive, but I'm not sure I could be in this instance. The answer to your question, farouk, is, I don't know.

I have never been in a tattoo parlor.

Thirstyone:

I guess that, for some people, what the design was going to be, might make a difference, as to whether they might be prepared to go with the person to a tattoo parlor, like if it was going to be faith related.

Thanks for your comment.

Blessings.

 

[Fembot]

If the spouse is for it, then I think a tat is a great memento-in the right place.

 

[abide]

Recently a fine Christian lady told me (she can remain anonymous) that she so loves the art of Ink TV shows that she would love to gift her husband with ink done at one of those TV featured high quality tattoo parlors.

So: whether in a faith design or not, is a real, quality tattoo a great spousal gift idea?

Farouk do you have shares in a tattoo parlour? You seem fixated with tattoos
Are you married? Women's bodies and tattoos seem to fascinate you.
It seems that this topic is one that you keep posting about. What may I ask prompted her to discuss this with you. I believe the best gift she could give her husband would be a weekend at a motel.

The next time you are in conversation with a fine Christian woman, ask her how she doing in her bible study, if she learning a new craft. I have not met you but your posts says a lot about you. I am not being critical. I am just being honest.

 

[farouk]

If the spouse is for it, then I think a tat is a great memento-in the right place.

Fembot: Even a faith based tatt, maybe?

You seem to like the idea, anyway. Blessings.

abide: To your question, the answer is no (but maybe you weren't looking for an answer?). I agree with your comments about Bible study. Blessings.

PS: I thought this thread had run its course, but it was evidently revived by other posters.

 

[Deborah13]

I used to feel that way, but after seeing a body after it has decayed....well, not so much. What about the people that choose cremation? Their flesh and bones are gone after death. Anyways, I don't want a big funeral. Just put me in a burlap sack and bury me under a tree. I know where my soul will be.

Oh my gosh. I told my hubby to put me in a pine box under a tree but you beat me out with the burlap sack. VERY frugal.

 

[Hammer]

Theology aside, few tattoos look good. Most look bad at a distance (like a smudge of dirt, at least for those without 20/20 vision). And, they all look bad later in life. Then, of course, there's the outright regret, which isn't uncommon.

 

[farouk]

Theology aside, few tattoos look good. Most look bad at a distance (like a smudge of dirt, at least for those without 20/20 vision). And, they all look bad later in life. Then, of course, there's the outright regret, which isn't uncommon.

Hammer:

Ty for your comment. I guess the aesthetics can be subjective, but if the content is faith based (and these have been proven to be effective in starting conversations with people), do you think they can be a positive thing sometimes, especially if husbands and wives share the same Christian convictions?

 

[farouk]

Oh my gosh. I told my hubby to put me in a pine box under a tree but you beat me out with the burlap sack. VERY frugal.

Deborah13:

Hi, there, and ty for the comment.

Did you have any comment on the main theme of the thread: the idea of a tattoo as a spousal gift?

Blessings.

 

[Deborah13]

Deborah13:

Hi, there, and ty for the comment.

Did you have any comment on the main theme of the thread: the idea of a tattoo as a spousal gift?

Blessings.

I think it would be just fine if that is what she/he would appreciate.
Sorry I didn't get back before thanks for the reminder.

 

[farouk]

.. the question really is what does God think about tattoos? I wonder if we would be surprised, one way or the other? I'm not sure if drawing a permanent picture on the body is damaging or defiling to our temples, but I'd be more concerned with what comes out of the heart of a man. I'd say because I wasn't sure if tattoos were endorsed by God, I don't think it's a good idea. How do you do something without faith and say I have freedom in Christ to do it, and if the Bible doesn't explicitly say that tattoos are wrong or drawing any pictures on the body is wrong in and of itself, saying that's it's ok by reasoning from silence is not a good idea. I don't believe anyone would be condemned for getting a tattoo, but it's likely not a good idea. But if your conscience is clear, and you can have confidence in your faith that tattoos is not sinful, then so be it. I just hope ten plus years down the road, you won't be one of those going through the painful process of removing your tattoos.

- Davies

Davies:

I'm replying here because this thread is more 'live'; just wanted to suggest that motive may have a lot to do with it: for example, the motivation of getting a faith related tattoo (Bible verse ref. on wrist, etc.) in order to facilitate conversations with people.

Do you see what I mean?

Blessings.

 

[Davies]

Davies:

I'm replying here because this thread is more 'live'; just wanted to suggest that motive may have a lot to do with it: for example, the motivation of getting a faith related tattoo (Bible verse ref. on wrist, etc.) in order to facilitate conversations with people.

Do you see what I mean?

Blessings.

Hi farouk,

I would never do it. I suppose it's ok. I'd think that was a strange way to evangelize. It's easy enough to ask someone, 'Do you know what the Gospel is?' without a tattoo. Using Bible tracts are much more varied then having a single tattoo to work with.

This is the day the Lord has made,

- Davies

 

[farouk]

Hi farouk,

I would never do it. I suppose it's ok. I'd think that was a strange way to evangelize. It's easy enough to ask someone, 'Do you know what the Gospel is?' without a tattoo. Using Bible tracts are much more varied then having a single tattoo to work with.

This is the day the Lord has made,

- Davies

Davies:

Ty for your comment.

Fact is, that they have been proven to be very effective in bringing about conversations with people who otherwise might not be remotely as receptive. (If this makes any sense?)

These days so many will be getting tattoos at 18 in any case.

Blessings.

 

[farouk]

I think it would be just fine if that is what she/he would appreciate.

Deborah13:

Ty for your comment.

So you do really think that it can be a really nice idea, then (in appropriate circumstances)?

Blessings.

 

[farouk]

If the spouse is for it, then I think a tat is a great memento-in the right place.

Hi Fembot: So do have a preferred tat placement?

 

[Davies]

Hi farouk,

With the big blue line streaking across the poll results, do you think you're talking to a bunch of old folgies? lol. Of course, there are only 14 responses; not much to draw conclusions.

- Davies

 

[farouk]

Hi farouk,

With the big blue line streaking across the poll results, do you think you're talking to a bunch of old folgies? lol. Of course, there are only 14 responses; not much to draw conclusions.

- Davies

"The appliance of science about tatt placements, from bikers thru pastors' wives to grandmothers; an exhaustive analysis, giving three examples from the universe."

 

[farouk]

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Originally Posted by Joyce
Nearly two years ago I turned 40 and as a way of celebrating this important milestone I, after much prayer, deceided on a tattoo. This tattoo is my testimony, my gift back to my beloved Saviour for getting me through much turmoil. My tattoo is a few inches above my right wrist and has three roses, which represent the Trinity, and the words 'Dei Gratia' above it which means 'By the Grace of God' in latin. In the design I also included three twisting vines which represent Christ's crown of thorns. This is my visible testimony to the world and, yes, people do ask what it means. (from todayschristianwoman dot com )

Well, a nice testimony for a Christian to have, which sounds like it gives her good opportunities for witness, anyway. Blessings.



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