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[link] The lotus symbolizes:The Lotus is a Buddhist symbol.
According to the Lalitavistara, "the spirit of the best of men is spotless, like the lotus in the muddy water which does not adhere to it."
White Lotus (Skt. pundarika; Tib. pad ma dkar po): This represents the state of spiritual perfection and total mental purity (bodhi). It is associated with the White Tara and proclaims her perfect nature, a quality which is reinforced by the color of her body. 
Pink Lotus (Skt. padma; Tib. pad ma dmar po): This the supreme lotus, generally reserved for the highest deity. Thus naturally it is associated with the Great Buddha himself. 
Red Lotus (Skt. kamala; Tib: pad ma chu skyes): This signifies the original nature and purity of the heart (hrdya). It is the lotus of love, compassion, passion and all other qualities of the heart. It is the flower of Avalokiteshvara, the bodhisattva of compassion. 
Blue Lotus (Skt. utpala; Tib. ut pa la): This is a symbol of the victory of the spirit over the senses, and signifies the wisdom of knowledge. Not surprisingly, it is the preferred flower of Manjushri, the bodhisattva of wisdom. To learn more
[link] Yin and Yang:Yin and Yang originates from Taoism.
Eastern thought, yin and yang are the two opposing and complementary forces that make up all phenomena of life. Both proceed from the Supreme Ultimate and together they represent the process of the universe and all that is in it.
Buddhism and Taoism are Two of the most important schools of thought in my life at the moment.
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like this very much. lotus and yin yang..... beautiful
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and because you said "Buddhism and Taoism are Two of the most important schools of thought in my life at the moment.", you may want to check my gallery: [link]
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Hey 
So I have done years of research and this is exactly what I've been looking for in regards to a tattoo.... I would not use the same exact print, but would I be able to use something similar? I would even give you partial/full credit.
Let me know asap !!! You're art is awesome
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Your amazing work has been featured here: [link]
Have a great day
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Such a beautiful work!
All the information about the different colors of the lotus is very interesting and awe inspiring.
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People seem to forget the "complementary" part of the definition of yin and yang. There are two kinds of opposites: Opposites of being, represented by the presence of something and a word describing its absence (such as light/darkness, heat/cold, sound/silence, etc.); and complementary opposites, represented by two things or ideas that are completely different, but neither can exist without the other (such as male/female, law/grace, etc.).
I'm not Buddhist, but I'm aware that anyone, regardless of religion, can have great spiritual truths revealed to them if they're willing to listen, and I think the concept thus christened yin yang might be one of them. What the people to whom said truths are revealed then do with those truths is another matter. Some distort them. Others write them down and forget them. And still others take them and put them into practice, and as a result are totally changed from the inside out, molded into the person they were made to be. The idea that yin and yang represent opposites in general--and that presence cannot exist without absence (or that absence exists unto itself at all)--is one such distortion.
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didn't notice tat design o.o nm, sorry. It's perfect =]
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The Blue Lotus represents rebirth through the mirroring of the sunrise and set as well ^^ Would it bother you if I got this tattoo'ed?
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Not yet, but only due to funding @.@ I was thinking about incorporating the Bagua as well as perhaps a zodiac ^^ would you be willing to elaborate to that tune? I'd love to see what you come up with!
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I'll tell you what I tell everyone. Go for it
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Whooooaaa! I love your idea and your design! Two matching flowers but in different colors. In other words: a complete balance!
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i love the symbolism and meaning behind lotuses and yin yangs. i have two tattoos relating to yin and yang (i have a dragon representing yang( the white side) and my friend has yin). we got them to represent each other, cuz im more of a yin person. and i have the complete symbol on the back of my neck with orbs around one side (which i also have a slight obsession with). i dont have a lotus tattoo yet, but i think i will soon.
just in case you couldn't tell i LOVE your design
hehe ^.^
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Thank you very much
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Has anyone gotten this done yet? It is a big design, may take a lot of courage...but I am seriously considering it as a post-PhD/30th birthday present to myself!
If anyone ended up getting this, where did you get it? And were there pics??
Promise I will post a pic if I get this! If it happens it'll be before Christmas
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Nope no one yet to my knowledge. Feel free to get it but if you do Please, Please send me a pic. Congrats on the PhD
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I love this design and would like permission to have it tattooed on my body...would that be ok?
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Go for it my friend 
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hey, strange question (although this might not top the tattoo questions on a scale of weirdness) but i'm making a manga called "Byakuren" (c) me!
But the sad thing may be that i might change my mind later (damn me!) i do it ALL the time and i hate it i'm only saying this as a warnign that i might change my mind but i'm not saying for DEFINATE i will i'm just asking permission for now, u never know it may end up still on the cover at the end 
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Hey sure why not...Let me know what you decide 
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i just have a question,,, i like your desing alot,, and i need to know if the yin yang can we used as a tattoo i want to get the half and my friend is a she can get the other half we know each other since like 20 years ago and now we are 30 yeas old???
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Wow that sounds like a great Idea. Sure you my use the design in that way if you wish. I'd like to see a pic of it when it's done
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May I get this as a Tattoo as well?
I have been searching for a yin yang design for over a year now, and I just fell in love with this design.
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Yes you may use it as a tattoo
Sorry for the late Reply I have had PC Problems
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