Sak Yant Designs and Meanings

Sak Yant Tattoo Design & Meanings of the Traditional Thai Tattoo

Sak Yant tattoos are sacred Thai tattoos with meanings ranging from protection and good luck to authority, charisma, and success.

Popular designs such as the Hah Taew, Gao Yord, and Twin Tiger Sak Yant each hold unique meanings that guide the wearer’s life path. Understanding the true meaning behind Sak Yant designs is essential, as these tattoos are not just decorative, but are believed to carry spiritual power when created and blessed in the traditional way.

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Special Thanks to the following Sak Yant Masters for their input into this Information
Monk Rachon, Monk Eak, Monk Aum, Ajarn AJ Mee, Ajarn Dang, Ajarn Sam, Arjan Tom, Ajarn Ton, Ajarn Beer, Ajarn Non, Ajarn Neng, Ajarn Kapai,

What is a Sak Yant Tattoo?

Explanation of Sak Yant Tattoo

A Sak Yant is a traditional Thai tattoo created by a trained and practicing spiritual practitioner, such as a Monk or Ajarn. It combines sacred geometry, ancient script, ritual, and a blessing as part of a cultural and spiritual practice rooted in Thai Buddhist traditions.

An Authentic Sak Yant requires
1) Opening Offering to the Master and Tradition
2) Personalized Magical Text (To reflect the Intention for getting it)
3) A Magical Blessing to charge the design (Only able to be done by a practicing holy-man)

สักยันต์ – Sak Yant

Sak – meaning “to tap” or, “to tattoo”, and

Yant – meaning “Yantra”. Originally derived from the Sanskrit word “YANTRA”.

Sak Yant designs often include geometric patterns, animals, or symbolic figures, accompanied by Pali or Khom script.

For a detailed explanation read: What is a Sak Yant Tattoo

Traditionally, Sak Yant is applied using a hand-poked method with a metal rod. The process typically includes an offering, the application of sacred inscriptions (khatha), and a blessing performed by the practitioner according to their lineage and method.

Each design carries symbolic meaning, often associated with qualities such as protection, strength, guidance, or personal intention. For many, Sak Yant serves as a cultural and spiritual symbol rather than a purely decorative tattoo.

Today, Sak Yant continues to be practiced in Thailand and Myanmar, and to a lesser extent in Laos and Cambodia.

How Sak Yant Meanings Actually Work

Important to Understand

A real Sak Yant uses a basic design template (the Image), which the Sak Yant Master then customizes by altering the Khata (Magical Text of the Yant) to match the individual’s specific wishes and desires. As the Tattoo is being tapped into the skin, the Sak Yant Ajarn is silently chanting spells that correspond to the magical Khata. After it is finished, the Sak Yant Master will then preform the Blessing Ritual to activate the Sacred and Magical elements of the Sak Yant Tattoo.

Choosing the Right Sak Yant

It is important to note that the text used on designs that Sak Yant Master make to share online (Including the ones on this page) are not true and accurate. Ajarns consider the true Magic of the Sak Yant is too powerful to be done by the untrained. They know that a legitimate Ajarn will have training from their Lineage that allows them to replace the gibberish with the true Khata. You need to have your Sak Yant done with the rituals and blessings that only a legit Ajarn or Monk can provide. Genuine Sak Yant Ajarns will only Tattoo Sak Yant designs and not dilute their traditions with normal tattoo designs.

Can Tattoo Studios Replicate Sak Yant Meanings?

You generally can’t get an authentic Sak Yant (One with Spiritual authority and Blessings) from a tattoo Parlor. A Tattoo Artist usually can’t read and change the magical script and simply copies templates, including the gibberish text. Even those who claim that they can, or say they used to be a Monk (as have 95% of Thai Males), the Magical and Spiritual aspects come from the committed Spiritual Life style of the Ajarns. You can choose a look-a-like copy from a tattoo studio if you do not wish to have any of the traditional benefits of a traditional spiritual tattoo, but still want to counterfeit the look for fashion.

Sak Yant Chiang Mai’s Sak Yant Designs and Meanings

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Here you can view our standard Sak Yant Designs and costs catalog, which tells you how long the design will take and how much it will cost using either our In-House or Temple Visit services.

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Most Popular Sak Yant Designs The 3 Master Yants

Getting Your First Sak Yant Tattoo Design

Typically your first Sak Yant Design will be one of Master Yant’s. These come (being master Yants) with a wide range of blessings that cover 95% of peoples desires .. are the

1) Hah Taew (Five Line)
2) Gao Yord (Buddha Peaks)
3) Paed Tidt (8 Direction)

Other, more complex and complicated Sak Yant designs such as animals and sacred geometry are seen as advanced talismans for more serious and dedicated believers. If you are a westerner who is looking for your first Sak Yant, 95% of the time it will be one of these 3 Sak Yant Tattoo designs. Because the purpose and meaning of these Sak Yant Tattoo’s are universal and all encompassing. Take the MMPI Online

Hah Taew (Five Lines) Sak Yant Design Meaning

Hah Taew Sak Yant is a five-line tattoo that represents protection, good luck, charisma, and the removal of bad karma.

Price = 3500 Baht Including donation and Ritual Blessing by Ajarn
Placement: Shoulder, Back, Arms, Upper Body
Best For: First Sak Yant, Global Protection

Hah Taew | Five Line Sak Yant Tattoo Detailed Meaning

Meanings of 5 Line Sak Yant Tattoo Traditional Thai Tattoo Design

Lanna Style Hah Taew | 5 Line Sak Yant

Hah Taew Dok Bua Lotus | 5 Line Sak Yant

The Sak Yant Hah Taew (5 lines) dates its origin back over 700 years to the ancient Kingdom of Lanna which is now known as Northern Thailand. The Buddhist Monk credited with the design of the Hah Taew 5 Lines Sak Yant is Kruba Kam of Wat Ton Pin, a Buddhist Temple in Chiang Mai, which unfortunately no longer exists today. Kruba Kam designed the Hah Taew at around the time King Mengrai founded the city of Chiang Mai in 1296.

Over the centuries, either by accident or design, the original 5 lines of script which were written in Khom, an ancient Khmer language, underwent several changes and in recent years, several Sak Yant Ajarns have completely replaced the original 5 lines of script with lines of their own.

The 5 lines of script (transcribed) used in the original Hah Taew design are:

Hah Taew Sak Yant Blessings

1. i ra cha ka ta ra sa
2. ti hang ja toh loh ti nang
3. soh ma na ga ri tah toh
4. pi sam lah loh pu sa pu
5. ka pu bam too tahm wa ka

Hah Taew, represents 5 yants or magical spells. Each one will be done individually and the following magical spells have been cast to do as described below.

The first row prevents unjust punishment and leans in your favor when the area is grey, cleans out unwanted spirits and protects the place you live in.
The second row reverses and protects against bad horoscope constellations and bad fortune.
The third row protects you from the use of black magic and anyone who tries to put a curse on you.
The fourth row energizes your good luck, success and fortune in your future ambitions and life style.
The fifth row is to gain charisma and attraction to the opposite sex. It is also is a boost to the fourth row.

Gao Yord (9 Peaks) Sak Yant Design Meaning

Gao Yord Sak Yant is a nine-peak design that symbolizes universal protection, spiritual power, and connection to higher forces.
Price = 4000 Baht Including donation and Ritual Blessing by Ajarn
Placement: Middle of the Upper Back
Best For: First Sak Yant, Global Protection, Spiritual Reminder to live a good life

Gao Yord Sak Yant Tattoo Detailed Meaning

The 9 Peaks of Buddha Sak Yant Meaning of the Traditional Thai Tattoo Design

The Gao Yord is the “Yant Kru” or Master Yant and is a most sacred Buddhist tattoo with very wide ranging powers of protection and is quite possibly the most important of all the available Sak Yant designs. Many people will choose the Gao Yord as their first Sak Yant because of its universal powers and later add other Sak Yant designs of their choice.

The basic design of the Gao Yord represents the nine peaks of the mythical mountain of the Gods, Mount Meru. According to Hindu mythology, Mount Meru is the abode of the Lord Brahma as well as other Deities. In Buddhist mythology, Mount Meru is known as Sumeru.

All of this combines to remind you to lead a good and spiritual life.

The set of 3 ovals are a representation of the Lord Buddha and this grouping of 3 ovals can be seen in many other Sak Yant designs. The Gao Yord Yant has 9 Buddhas represented, with each Buddha bestowing special powers or spells. In some versions of the Gao Yord, there is a Mantra or Katha tattooed at the base of the design. The script used is Khom, an ancient Khmer script, and gives the abbreviation for the names of these nine Buddhas as follows;

A, Sang, Wi, Su, Loe, Pu, Sa, Pu, Pa

In the centre of the Gao Yord design is a patchwork of small squares, the magic box, (although in some designs the outlines are not shown but only the contents), each square containing an abbreviation (in Khom) for the names of all the protection spells that this Yant will bestow. The exact number of these small squares can vary according to the design but the powers granted to the wearer will always include the following.

Gao Yord Sak Yant Tattoo Meaning - The Blessings

Maeta Ma Hah Niyom: With this blessing you will be treated by others with great loving kindness and compassion which will improve your popularity and help you to gain preferential treatment.
Klaeoklad: This benefit ensures that the wearer will not suffer serious injury.
Chana Satru: The ability to defeat the enemy.
Ma Hah Amnat: This will give the wearer great power, authority and control over other people.
Awk Seuk: A willingness to go to war or to fight battles for those who have your loyalty and the desire to fight for what is right.
Kong Kra Phan: This will provide Magical protection and invincibility.
Oopatae: This will ensure that in whatever enterprise or business activities the wearer is involved in they will have the ability to do the work correctly and ensures that everything will run smoothly.
Ma Hah Saneh: This will give you charm and increase your popularity and attractiveness with the opposite sex.
Ma Hah Lap: This will bring great good fortune and luck.
Noon Chataa: This benefit will improve your destiny, fate
Pong Gan Antarai: This will give protection against accidents including natural disasters as well as giving protection against acts of violence.
Nah Tee Gan Ngan Dee: This benefit will help you to improve your circumstances at work

Paed Tidt (8 Directions) Sak Yant Design Meaning

Paed Tidt Sak Yant represents protection in all eight directions, guarding the wearer from danger and negative influences wherever they travel.
Price = 4500 Baht Including donation and Ritual Blessing by Ajarn
Placement: Middle of the Upper or middle Back, Chest
Best For: First Sak Yant, Global Protection Every Direction

Paed Tidt Sak Yant Detailed Meaning

The 8 Direction Sak Yant Meaning of the Traditional Thai Tattoo Design

The Sak Yant design ‘Paed Tidt’ or Eight Direction Yant is a sacred Geometric Yant containing eight Mantras written in 2 concentric circles in the center of the design. The design of the Paed Tidt Yant also incorporates eight representations of the Buddha. These are the groups of 3 ovals each increasing in size from the top.

In Thailand, there is a Buddha image, each one in a different pose, for every day of the week. (On Wednesdays there are 2 Buddhas, one for the morning and one for the evening) and these 8 Buddha Images can be seen in many Thai temples, usually surrounding a Chedi.

The Paed Tidt Yant will give you protection in whichever direction you are traveling and ward off evil spirits. The script used on the Paed Tidt Yant is an ancient Khmer script known as Khom.

Paed Tidt Sak Yant Meaning - The Blessings

The Mantras written in the Paed Tidt Yant and which should be chanted when going out to give further protection are as follows.

I Ra Cha Ka Tha Ra Saa (chant when traveling to the east – also chant and blow into your food for protection against illness/danger)
Thi Hang Ja Thoe Roe Thi Nang (chant when traveling Southeast)
Bi Sam Ra Loe Bu Sath Put (chant when traveling south )
Soe Maa Na Ga Ri Taa Toe (chant when traveling Southwest)
Pa Sam Sam Wi Sa Tae Pa (chant when traveling West)
Ka Put Ban Tuu Tam Wa Ka (chant when traveling Northwest)
Waa Toe Noe A Ma Ma Waa (chant when traveling North)
A Wich Su Nuch Saa Nu Thi (chant when traveling Northeast)Heart of Ithibisoe Mantra (Kata) is;
A Sang Wi Su Loe Bu Sa Pu Pa

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Most Popular Sak Yant Designs and Their Meanings

Chat Phet (Diamond Armor) Sak Yant Design Meaning

Chat Phet Sak Yant is a compliment design to the 5 Lines design that impenetrable spiritual armor that is believed to provide the wearer with protection from physical harm, danger and negative energy
Price = 4000 Baht Including donation and Ritual Blessing by Ajarn
Placement: Shoulder, Back, Arms – Upper Body
Best For: Enhancement of the Five Line Design

Chat Phet | Grao Paetch Diamond Armour Sak Yant Detailed Meaning

Diamond Armor Sak Yant Tattoo Meaning

The Chat Phet Sak Yant Design and Meaning

The intricate design of the Yant Ha Chet Phet features five diamond shapes (Phet) which are interconnected, providing the wearer with spiritual armor (Chet)

The Hah Chet Phet Sak Yant symbolizes an impenetrable spiritual armor that is believed to provide the wearer with protection from physical harm, danger and negative energy. The five diamonds represent the protective powers of the five Buddha families – Akshobhya, Amitabha, Vairocana, Ratnasambhava, and Amoghasiddhi.

The Sak Yant Hah Chet Phet usually goes along with the 5 Line Sak Yant, as a balance in both symbolism and physical appearance. A person can have one on each side of the shoulder with another Sak Yant Tattoo in the middle.

The Diamond Armor Sak Yant wearer represents the courage, resilience and protection and embodies the wearer’s strength and resolve. It’s believed that the person receiving the design will receive the abilities required to overcome challenges in life and adversities and act as a physical manifestation of an invisible, protective spiritual shield

Hanuman (Monkey God) Sak Yant Design Meaning

Hanuman Sak Yant represents strength, courage, loyalty, and warrior energy, offering protection and fearless action
Price = 6500 Baht Including donation and Ritual Blessing by Ajarn
Placement: Back, Arms, side – Upper Body
Best For: Those who need to accomplish

Hanuman Sak Yant Tattoo Detailed Meaning

The Monkey God Sak Yant Meaning of the Traditional Thai Tattoo Design

Hanuman is the Hindu mythical Monkey God in the time of Rama and is invincible and has powers far greater than humans, including the ability to fly. In Thai culture Hanuman leads a monkey army to rid the world of unwanted spirits. His main traits were humility and bravery, he was looked upon as hope for humanity, demonstrating to man that a mortal being can in fact rise above the shallowness of our worldly plain.

There are different variations of Sak Yants with Hanuman. It is obtained and used to bestow the wearer with the qualities of protection from danger as well as becoming fearless in the face of adversity. Hanuman also helps to strengthen self-confidence and can influence people on your behalf. It is also said to help one stay focused and gives the determination needed to see something through to a successful conclusion.

Hanuman (Monkey God) Sak Yant Meaning - The Blessings

The following Blessings come with the Hanuman Sak Yant

Maeta ma hah niyom: With this blessing you will be treated by others with great loving kindness and compassion which will improve your popularity and help you to gain preferential treatment
Klaeoklad: Most people at some time will have an accident. This benefit ensures that the wearer will not suffer serious injury.
Chana Satru: The ability to defeat the enemy.
Ma hah Amnat: This will give the wearer great power, authority and control over other people.
Awk Seuk: A willingness to go to war or to fight battles for those who have your loyalty and the desire to fight for what is right.
Kong Kra Phan: Magical protection and invincibility.

Twin Tiger (Suea Koo) Sak Yant Design Meaning

Twin Tiger Sak Yant represents power, authority, protection, and dominance, helping the wearer succeed in business and competitive environments.
Price = 7500 Baht Including donation and Ritual Blessing by Ajarn
Placement: Middle Back, Chest, Legs
Best For: To overcome and using physical and mental dominance

Suea Koo | Twin Tiger Sak Yant Tattoo Detailed Meaning

The Twin Tiger Sak Yant Meaning of the Traditional Thai Tattoo Design

Twin Tiger (Suea Koo) Sak Yant represents power, authority, protection, and dominance, helping the wearer succeed in business and competitive environments.

The design features two tigers facing opposite directions, symbolizing strength and awareness in all directions. It is traditionally associated with leadership, influence, and the ability to command respect, making it a popular choice for those in positions of authority or high-pressure roles.

Beyond physical power, the Twin Tiger Sak Yant also carries protective qualities, helping to guard against enemies, obstacles, and negative influences. When performed and blessed by a qualified Ajarn or monk, it is believed to enhance confidence, determination, and the ability to overcome challenges while maintaining control and balance.

The Twin Tiger Sak Yant Tattoo is common among Thai people with dangerous occupations and Muay Thai Fighters. The Tiger represents strength, power, protection and conviction, as well as authority over ones subordinates.

The Tiger Sak Yant also offer help in business dealings and used by entrepreneurs to find the strength and mental resolve to find success in business. Twin tigers represent more power, as would two tigers in reality. This one is a favorite for those seeking extra power in their lives.

The Twin Tiger Sak Yant is very popular with military personnel, police, businessmen and politicians.

Suea Hiaw Lang Tiger (Tiger looking behind) Sak Yant Design Meaning

Tiger Looking back Sak Yant represents Power, Protection, Authority, Strength, Leadership, and Success in competitive environments.
Price = 5000 Baht Including donation and Ritual Blessing by Ajarn
Placement: Middle Back, Chest, Legs, Torso
Best For: To protect from past actions and consequences

The Suea Hiaw lang Tiger Sak Yant Design and Meaning

Looking Back Tiger Sak Yant Meaning

Suea Hiaw lang, or “tiger looking back” represents protection from behind, having the Tiger watching your back. Most of the animal Yants have the attributes of that animal, the tiger has stealth, speed and power.

This Yant is suitable for people with authority and respect. As well as giving the bearer a fearful aura, it also represents compassion and kindness. This Yant is said to be helpful in business negotiations, managing employees, finances and helps develop communication skills.

It is said that the tiger looking back is best suited to those who are highly respected in the community. This Yant requires that the wearer must be a responsible and caring person and use their authority in a positive way.

Ganesh (Elephant) Sak Yant Design Meaning

Ganesh Sak Yant represents success, wisdom, creativity, and the removal of obstacles, making it ideal for business and new opportunities.
Price = 6500 Baht Including donation and Ritual Blessing by Ajarn
Placement: Middle Back, Chest, Legs, Torso
Best For: Any Business or financial based success

Phra Pikanesa Sak Yant Tattoo Detailed Meaning

The Ganesh (Elephant) Sak Yant Meaning of the Traditional Thai Tattoo Design

This is a popular Yant design. Ganesh, also known to Hindus as Vinayaka or Ganapati, has an elephant head. He has been worshiped for centuries in the Hindu religion.

The Ganesh Yant is revered remover of obstacles and patron of wisdom, success, and the arts. In Thailand, this design blends Hindu symbolism with Buddhist Sak Yant tradition, making it especially popular among creatives, entrepreneurs, and those starting new paths.

Core Meaning
Removal of Obstacles. The primary meaning of Ganesh Yant
Clears blockages in life, work, and personal progress

Wisdom & Intelligence
Associated with learning, strategy, and decision-making, favored by Students,
Business owners, Professionals making important life choices

Success & Prosperity
Linked to good fortune and opportunity, especially helpful for New businesses, Career growth and Financial improvement

Soy Sung (Necklace) Sak Yant Design Meaning

This Soy sung warn (Necklace) Sak Yant Meaning represents invulnerability Kindness, Power, Protection from weapons Harm
Price = 6500 Baht Including donation and Ritual Blessing by Ajarn
Placement: Upper Chest
Best For: Muay Thai and MMA Fighters (Don’t get your head knocked off)

Soy Sung Warn Sak Yant Tattoo Detailed Meaning

The Necklace Sak Yant Meaning of the Traditional Thai Tattoo Design

This Soy sung warn (Necklace) Sak Yant Meaning represents invulnerability and is similar in design to a necklace. It is believed to be especially powerful in ensuring that no weapon would be able to harm the wearer’s body when protected by this magic. Especially blows to the neck.

In ancient times warriors would wear this across their chest to protect them from danger and harm. Warriors also believed that no weapon could harm their bodies if they wore this sacred Yant.

This is a particularly popular Sak Yant design for soldiers and Muay Thai fighters in current times.

It provides the wearer with: Kindness, Power, Protection from weapons Harm

Golden Swan (Hong Koo) Sak Yant Design Meaning

Golden Swan Sak Yant represents grace, transformation, charm, and high status, helping attract success and smooth life progress.
Price = 6000 Baht Including donation and Ritual Blessing by Ajarn
Placement: Back, Chest, Legs, Torso
Best For: Attraction, personal growth and social influencemental dominance

Hong Ku Sak Yant Tattoo Detailed Meaning

The Golden Swan Sak Yant Meaning of the Traditional Thai Tattoo Design

The Hong Ku Sak Yant Meaning (The Golden Swan) – There are traditional tales stating that during one of the Lord Buddha’s many lives he came to earth as a magical Golden Swan and lived in the forest.

Wearers of the Hong Ku Yant are granted the gift of:

Attraction & Charm (Metta Mahaniyom)
Associated with charisma and likability that helps attract, Opportunities and Positive relationships

Observational powers & the ability to associate with virtues of self-sacrifice & kindness

Popularity Status & Prestige
Represents high social standing and respect, Often chosen by those seeking, Recognition
Authority with elegance (not aggression), Smooth transitions in life,Avoiding conflict and hardship
Navigating challenges with ease

Transformation & Inner Growth
Linked to personal evolution. Observational powers & the ability to associate with virtues of self-sacrifice & kindness into a more refined version of oneself for personal reinvention

Moon Eater (Rahu) Sak Yant Design Meaning

Moon Eater Sak Yant represents the absorption of negativity, protection from unseen forces, and the power to overcome bad luck and hidden obstacles.
Price = 5000 Baht Including donation and Ritual Blessing by Ajarn
Placement: Back, Chest, Torso, Arms
Best For: To protect from negativity from your actions or curses

Phra Ra Hu Ohm Chan Sak Yant Tattoo Detailed Meaning

The Moon Eater Sak Yant Meaning of the Traditional Thai Tattoo Design

The Phra Ra Hu Ohm Chan or Lord of darkness/Moon Eater Sak Yant tattoo meaning

The Moon Eater Sak Yant is a powerful and symbolic design linked to Rahu, the celestial figure believed to consume the moon during eclipses. In Thai spiritual tradition, Rahu represents hidden forces, sudden change, and the ability to influence fate beyond normal limits. This makes the Moon Eater Sak Yant especially meaningful for those seeking protection from unseen negativity and the strength to navigate uncertain situations.

At its core, the design is associated with absorbing bad luck and overcoming obstacles that are difficult to identify or control. Just as Rahu consumes the moon, this Yant is believed to “consume” negative influences, helping to shield the wearer and restore balance. It is often chosen by individuals facing challenges, misfortune, or intense life transitions.

The Moon Eater also represents ambition and unconventional success, appealing to those in competitive or high-pressure environments.=

Yantra Rahu Om Chan Help protect against all dangers. dispel bad luck help support the destiny lighten the heavy burden Turn bad things into good ones.

Prachao Ha Praong Sak Yant Tattoo Detailed Meaning

The 5 Blessings of Buddha Sak Yant Meaning of the Traditional Thai Tattoo Design

Prachao Ha Praong Sak Yant Design can be translated as “The 5 Blessings of Buddha” which are chanted as ‘Na-Mo-Put-Ta-Ya’.

Although less known it is considered as one of the “Yant Kru” (fundamental Yant). These sacred utterances (Mantras) are usually pronounced over and over by Buddhist monks, in order to enter a high level of meditation. They can be found in many Buddhist representations.

While this design is less well known to the general public it is considered to be a fundamental Yant (“Yant Kru) for Sak Yant disciples and are to be found regularly in Buddhist representations.

Wearing this design is said to bring:

Good Luck
Happiness
Well Being
Protection from any potential surrounding bad spirits

The Itipiso Eight Directions Sak Yant Meaning

The Itipiso Eight Directions is another version of the Paed Tidt Sak Yant Design. The charm of Itipiso 8 directions has many aspects of Buddhism.

Because it is calling the gods to protect in different directions, thus making them invincible, disappearing, fleeing and protecting themselves from various dangers.

The Itipiso 8 Direction Sak Yant is an example of the different designs created by different temples for the same meaning before the development of roadways and easier travel. It has since been included into many Sak Yant Masters design books as an alternative image that represents the same aspects as the 8 Direction Sak Yant

Compassion and Charm Sak Yant Tattoo Meaning

Chai Chana Mongkon Sak yant Sak Yant Tattoo Design and Meaning

The Chai Chana Mongkon Sak Yant that represents and bears about Kindness, Compassion and Good Fortune to the wearer

Pra Jao Ha Pra Ong Sak Yant Tattoo Design and Meaning

The Yant Phutson is regarded as “Maha Yant” (highest level of Yants). Often referred to as Buddha’s Diamond Sak Yant

It is believed to support wearers to be loved, lucky and increased charm along with protection against physical harm, accidents and negative influences.

The Yant Phutson is associated with inner strength and resilience helping the wearing to overcome challenges and obstacles within their lives.

Dok Mai Sawan Sak Yant Design and Meaning

This Yant represents kindness, popularity and prosperity.

It will aid the wearer in business negotiations and in their finances.

It is believed to help to boost the success of business ventures and the advancement of one’s career.

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Animal Sak Yant Tattoo Meaning of the Traditional Thai Tattoo Design

Jorakhae Crocodile Sak Yant Tattoo Design and Meaning

The crocodile is a Sak Yant that represents strength and power. The crocodile is one of the oldest species on the planet and represents the endurance that comes from this. For this reason it is a good source of protection from dangers from occupations that involve risk such as Police, Armed Forces or Firemen. The crocodile also has incredibly tough skin so it offers great protection against swords, blades … anything that can pierce the skin.

Having been around for a long time the crocodile has developed good instincts and can provide wisdom that protect against manipulation and experience to help the person understand deceit.

Mangkorn Dragon Sak Yant Tattoo Design and Meaning

The dragon is one of the most interesting and powerful of the mythical beasts. The dragon is a fire breathier and uses this destructive force destroy its enemies. Because of these destructive powers, it is feared among it’s foes.

This Yant offers protection from physical harm and also from the bad influence of others. It also is said to bring the bearer good fortune and is popular among military personal and government officials.

The Dtao Ruen - Turtle Sak Yant Design and Meaning

It is believed that Buddha was once incarnated as a turtle. During that lifetime, the turtle grew to be the size of a house, hence the name Dtao Reun (turtle house). The Turtle Sak Yant offers the bearer wealth and prosperity, good luck and a long life. It is also a very lucky animal in Chinese traditions. It is said that this Yant can help one to eliminate emotional suffering.

The turtle is a symbol of the earth and has a mythology connection to the earth element. It has patience and good navigational skills. This animal is said to have many female attributes such as patience, the power to heal disease, knowing one’s own boundaries and respecting the boundaries of others. It offers the best physical protection, has a long life and is very independent. It is also known for tenacity and resourcefulness. The turtle has a non-violent defense.

Payamee (Bears) Sak Yant Tattoo Design and Meaning

The Payamee Sak Yant represents a bear and offers protection and power.

It will grant the wearer invincibility and strength.

It is believed that the powerful virtues of Buddha are imbued in the design.

It will help give strength to the one who wears it and motivate them to push forward and avoid any blockage or obstacles hindering them in life.

Takarb (Centipede) Sak Yant Tattoo Design and Meaning

Yant Takarb or “Centipede Yant” is a design that represents practicality, sensibility, balance, invulnerability and protection.

The centipede has a long body and a lot of legs which represents protection.

The two moustaches represent apperception.
The two tails represent patience.
The two canines represent conscience.
The two eyes represent gratefulness.

The centipede is endowed with excellent balance and coordination.

It has the power to sustain stress and has a gracefulness that can be seen in all its movements.

Its powerful virtues will bring you protection and help you avoid danger and harm.

The Plali - Eel Sak Yant Design and Meaning

The Plali Sak Yant represents kindness and luck.

The power of virtues in this design will bring you business success, popularity, mercy and charm.

The eel talisman will provide the wearer with success in everything they choose to do in life.

It will bring good fortune that flows smoothly just like an eel that has smooth flow and movement.

It is believed that this design will help the one who wears it to navigate smoothly through life and give them great power so their enemies cannot defeat them.

Mixed Combination Full Back Sak Yant Tattoo Meaning

Combination full back Sak Yants designs are becoming more popular as people wish to obtain all their Sak Yants in a single sitting. Generally doing your Sak Yants this way is not the traditional way, and many Sak Yant Masters are reluctant to provide them

However, the Sak Yant Masters also appreciate that many students of the Sak Yant do not live in Thailand, and do not have the same opportunity as locals to obtain their Sak Yants over time as required in the traditional way.

Some of the Sak Yant Masters working along side Sak Yant Chiang Mai, will provide a full back combination of the Sak Yant, so long as the person has read up on the meanings of the Sak Yant and can say why they want certain designs in a single sitting. The overall meaning of the total full back Sak Yant can be changed and worked on for an individual. Generally the overall meaning is mixed and is a combination of the various Sak Yant designs chosen.

The Full Back (or front) Sak Yant requires many hours to complete and you can get a guide as to the time and cost involved on our Sak Yant Pricing Page

The Meaning of Sak Yant Design’s Components

The lines drawn in the Yant represent the Umbilical Cord of the Buddha, and are traditionally known as 'The Bones of the Yant'. There are many varied forms of Yantra, it appears, such as; Round Yant, Triangular Yant, Four - Sided Yant, and even Pictorial ones. .

Round Sak Yant Design

Represents the Face of the Buddha (Pra Pakt Khong Pra Putta Jao) in Brahmin Tradition, Brahma is applied as the meaning.

Triangular Sak Yant Design

Represents the Triple Gem of the Buddha Dharma and Sangha (Pra Put, Pra Tamm, Pra Songk). In Brahmin Tradition the three Lords of Heaven are applied as the meaning (Shiva Brahma, Vishnu)

Four sided Sak Yant Design

Represents the Four Elements / Continents (Earth, Water, Air and Fire)

Pictorial Sak Yant Design

(Animistic) – represents various Angels, People, and Mythical Animals (Sathw Himapant)

Onk Pra Sak Yant Design

Represents The Buddha Himself.

Half Moon Sak Yant Design

Symbol to be seen above “Onk Pra” so often represents the Moon Illuminating the way for us in the Dark Hours

Small Circle Sak Yant Design

(Sun Symbol) to be seen above many Yant means the Sun lighting way in the daytime; and that all Humans and Living beings exist under the influences of the stars and Planets, and that these forces enable us to develop and brings Changes.

Zig-Zag Sak Yant Design

Spiral line on the top of each Yant is called Unaalome. Unaalome represents the Saints who have attained the status of Enlightened beings. The Fetters of desire have been disentangled and discarded. These beings do not waver on their path as normal Humans do (Note the end of the zig zag evolves into a straight line, meaning that he has ceased to enter into diversion and is on a straight, direct path to Nirvana.

The spiral in the middle represents the Crown of the Head of the Buddha. The Line of the Unaalome is straight and unwavering – Perfect and complete.