Well - I have one, and it occured to me that it may be frowned upon or be considered disrespectful by Thai people?

Does anyone know the answer to this question (no guess work - please)?

Or maybe another website/forum where I can find out?

Thanks in advane,

Jeff

Well - I have one, and it occured to me that it may be frowned upon or be considered disrespectful by Thai people?

Does anyone know the answer to this question (no guess work - please)?

Or maybe another website/forum where I can find out?

Thanks in advane,

Jeff

It is just fine....

It will only be frowned upon by those who do not like tattoos.

Besides, you already have it...

If you have other ink on the same arm, the placement of something else above it might be considered "less than optimal", depending upon what it is. Something to consider if you do not have, and are considering adding some in the future.

Edited August 3, 200817 yr by mgjackson69

Quite fine, no worries mate!!

Many Thais have commented favorably on my Erawan tattoo

The negatives either do not exist or they are keeping their thoughts to themselves...either way, no problem for me

I have found the same issue two from lay people when i tell them how badly I want a Thai Prayer on my back. I thought it was commonly accepted. When i brought this up recently to my local Theravada community they said it is like Amulates, you do not need tattoos or amulates to keep you strong as its external adornment, everything you need is internal..

Good Question as i always get different reviews but at the end of the day it is your decision and you are not hurting or affecting anyone else so if you are happy then thats all that matters BUT i do understand the awkwardness you may feel sometimes when it is looked down upon and I guess that may be hard for you.

Many Thais have commented favorably on my Erawan tattoo

The negatives either do not exist or they are keeping their thoughts to themselves...either way, no problem for me

Can you post a pic, id like to see it.

Many Thais have commented favorably on my Erawan tattoo

The negatives either do not exist or they are keeping their thoughts to themselves...either way, no problem for me

Can you post a pic, id like to see it.

Here it is....