What does the Church say about tattoos?

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What is the church teaching on getting tattoos? Does scripture refeernce church teaching or are tattoos referenced anywhere in the bible

 

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These links should help you understand the Church’s position on tattoos and body piercings. If you have any further questions or concerns that are not answered by these links, please [contact Catholic Answers (http://www.catholic.com/home/contact.asp) directly.
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• ** Is excessive tattooing a mortal sin?**