Throughout history, wings have been viewed as symbols of numerous meanings. Many ancient civilizations perceived wings as symbols of speed, capability, and strength as was seen throughout their architecture and sculptures of winged gods and winged animals. Today, their symbolisms have evolved as representations of either freedom or the ability to take flight: spiritually, emotionally or physically (pilots, hang gliders, sky divers, etc.)—all reasons of which wing tattoos have become so popular. More...