Just think about what the lion is: King of the Jungle. A mighty beast. A symbol of raw power and strength. Such a magnificent animal deserves a magnificent tattoo - big, bold, and with strong colors.

A small lion tattoo does not roar. It whimpers and looks pathetic since it goes against it's nature. With this type of design it's really wise to "Go Big, or Go Home." Let your inner beast out on this one!

The lion has represented many different archetypes in history.

To ancient Romans and Babylonians it was the embodiment of power. Egyptians viewed them as the sun, and to many Christians the lion represents Jesus.

What does the lion mean to you? Pride? Strength? Loyalty? Whatever style you get your lion tattoo in, it needs to keep that symbolism to be effective.

A type of lion tattoo is a symbolized lion known as the Lion of Judah. This is a Biblical representation of the original Tribe of Judah. You might also know it as the Jerusalem Coat-of-Arms.

For people who find religious meaning in this lion, it makes a great tattoo design. It can be done large or small, andon any part of your body.

The Zodiac sign Leo covers those born between the 23th July and 22st August.

People born under Leo are full of dynamic energy, outgoing, full of strength, and have of a dramatic flair.

For a Leo looking for a good tattoo design, there are choices:

1. The Leo sign

2. A full lion

Getting just the Leo sign tattooed is often a good enough reminder of all the traits that make the lion what it is. Other benefits are that a smaller tattoo is cheaper, can go anywhere on the body, and can be covered (although I doubt a typical Leo would want to cover up their tattoos!)

If you're anything like the other Leos I know though, you won't settle for just a little symbol - you'll want the whole enchilada - so go with a big lion tattoo design on your back or arm.

Celtic lions can look good, as can 'New School' lions. The bright colors really make it pop out.