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“Ye shall not make any cuttings in your flesh for the dead, nor print any marks upon you: I am the Lord.” (Leviticus 19:28 KJV). “Know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost… and ye are not your own?” (1 Corinthians 6:19).
‘Friends, welcome! This is part 6 of the “Thrones of Darkness” Series. We now descend into the flesh itself—the skin, the canvas, the scroll. Once called sacred by God and sealed by His Spirit, the body has become a battlefield for ownership. In this next unveiling, we expose the spiritual significance of tattoos, blood pacts, and the branding of human beings for demonic allegiance.
It is not just about ink—it is about identity, covenant, and eternal consequence.
I. The Body as God’s Scroll/In Scripture, the human body is holy territory. It is:
- The temple of the Holy Spirit.
- The dwelling of God’s breath.
- The instrument of divine works.
And so Satan, who cannot create, seeks to corrupt what is sacred. He marks bodies as spoils of war, inscribes his will upon flesh, and mimics the sealing of God with his own unclean covenants.
II. Tattooing: Beyond the Ink/Modern tattoo culture claims:
- It’s art.
- It’s self-expression.
- It’s harmless.
But in the ancient world, tattoos were spiritual ownership marks:
- Egyptian slaves were tattooed with their god’s sigil.
- Pagan priests bore symbols of allegiance.
- Ritual initiations often included cutting, bloodletting, and permanent marks.
Even today, many tattoos:
- Include satanic symbols, sigils, or numbers.
- Represent spiritual animals, deities, or rituals.
- Are applied during altered states, at festivals or while intoxicated—mimicking ancient rites.
“They provoked him to jealousy with strange gods… they sacrificed unto devils, not to God.” (Deuteronomy 32:16–17).
III. Fictional Interlude: The Needle’s Whisper:
Marcus just wanted a simple tattoo: a lion. But the artist, cloaked in incense smoke, said, “I’ll give you one that protects you.” As the needle worked, Marcus heard whispering—but the radio was off. That night, he dreamed of a roaring beast with human eyes. He woke drenched in sweat.
Soon, strange things followed him. Shadows moved. Nightmares spoke. Years later, the lion’s eyes on his back faded into goat horns. And Marcus could no longer say who he was, because of his trusted violation.
IV. Blood Pacts and Ritual Branding/Demons thrive on blood—it is a spiritual currency.
In modern culture, this includes:
- Self-harm rituals that open spiritual doors.
- Blood oaths in fraternities or gangs.
- Witchcraft initiations involving blood pacts.
- Ritual scarification is still practiced in cults.
“The life of the flesh is in the blood…” (Leviticus 17:11).
‘Friends, when blood is spilled for ungodly purposes, it becomes a covenant, even if the person is unaware. Tattoos that bleed, especially during specific moons, feasts, or in drug-altered states, are often dedications—even still if the client doesn’t know it.
V. Occult and Industry Branding/In music and fashion industries:
- Artists are tattooed with binding marks.
- Some receive brandings or ritualistic scars during ceremonies.
- Others receive “gifts” (rings, chains, or branded clothing) marking them as belonging to Lucifer’s system.
This practice mirrors slavery and satanic hierarchy. Brands say: You are ours now. If it is hard to remove, rebrand and cover for Heaven’s sake, lamb, lion, fire, holy, etc!
VI. When Tattoos Speak > Symbol Decoding/Many common tattoo designs have spiritual roots:
- Butterflies (reincarnation/new soul vessels).
- Snakes (serpent power, Kundalini).
- Pentagrams, third eyes, all-seeing eyes.
- Ankhs, dreamcatchers, and even certain crosses (upside-down or broken arms).
These marks are not passive. They:
- Summon spirits.
- Announcement of allegiance.
- Mark legal ground for demonic harassment.
VII. The Deception of Personal Freedom/Satan’s favorite argument is “It’s my body, my choice.”
But God says; “Ye are bought with a price; therefore glorify God in your body…” (1 Corinthians 6:20). Freedom without Christ is slavery. Many who tattoo their bodies in rebellion later feel tormented, regretful, or trapped in cycles of depression. Why? Because every mark made in defiance of God’s order echoes in the spirit realm.
VIII. Can the Mark Be Redeemed? “Yes.” God is merciful. Many have:
- Renounced their tattoos:
- Anointed them with oil.
- Declared deliverance over the covenant they once made.
- Had them removed or covered with godly imagery after prayer.
The goal isn’t shame—it’s freedom. The spiritual tie must be broken, not just hidden. Being free doesn’t have to be representing evil.
IX. Preparing for the Final Mark/All of this is rehearsal for the ultimate branding the Mark of the Beast.
“He causeth all… to receive a mark… and that no man might buy or sell, save he that had the mark…” (Revelation 13:16–17).
The devil has conditioned the world to:
- Love being marked.
- See branding as an identity.
- Accept bodily modification as beauty or empowerment.
Therefore, rather than opposing the Beast’s mark, the world will rejoice when it is offered. “Signage,” because they have been brainwashed into believing Satan’s sorcery!
🖋 Author’s Note:
‘Friends, Sacred Skin: Tattoos, Blood Pacts, and the Branding of Souls is a sobering warning in a world obsessed with self-expression. While modern culture sees tattoos as fashion, Scripture and history reveal that the body has always been a battlefield for ownership. Satan cannot create bodies—but he can claim them through branding, ink, and blood.
This article does not shame those who have tattoos but exposes the spiritual systems behind the obsession. The devil is subtle. He convinces us that rebellion is expression and that pain is empowerment. But the truth is, many marks made in ignorance have been spiritual chains, linking souls to demons they never met but always sensed.
From ancient pagan practices to modern celebrity branding, the pattern remains; mark the flesh, mark the soul. The enemy knows that God marks His children (Ephesians 1:13), so he imitates it by defiling flesh with symbols, numbers, and blood agreements.
The fictional interlude with Marcus may seem far-fetched, but countless people testify of spiritual torment following tattoos or blood oaths especially when performed during trauma, intoxication, or in rebellion. These are not mere images; they are often invitations.
‘Friends, hope? Jesus heals and breaks every chain. Countless testimonies exist of deliverance from spiritual bondage after renouncing and repenting of ungodly marks. The goal of this article is not legalism—it’s liberation. As we continue in this series, remember; Satan is building his kingdom through culture, and his altars are inked into flesh, sung into songs, and signed into law. But the blood of Christ still speaks a better word. Amen!
The Church starts in the Heart; Not in Brick and Mortar! “God bless!”
Author and Servant:
Norman G. Roy III
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