As Emily Coughlin of Pittsfield receives a tattoo by ordained Buddhist monk and tattoo artist Tashi Norbu there is a ritual, performance aspect to the process with prayers and chanting. Alexis Rosasco ...

Hardy, however, says the tattoo — the fighter’s favourite — is a Tibetan Buddhist prayer written in Sanskrit. “It’s basically just like a prayer for focus,” Hardy said.

Tattoos have come a long way in Singapore. Once associated with gangsters, they are now widely used as expressions of individuality. ... Buddhist tattoos gain popularity. Published 15 years ago. 2min.