Tarot Card - 17. The Star A naked female, with flowing golden hair kneels, one foot on land, and one in the water, pouring water out of two vessels.  One is poured into the water, and one onto the land.  Above her head are eight, 8-pointed stars, one of them a larger guiding star.   Behind her is a tree with a bird perched in its branches. 
The Star

Each star is a mirror reflecting the truth inside you.

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Overview and Common Meanings of The Star Tarot Card

The Star Tarot card is a wholly positive card and its arrival in a reading assures us that we will find what we seek, while also reminding us to look within for answers.  This is an opportunity to confront and overcome any limiting beliefs within yourself and trust that you are blessed and entering a time of hope and peace.  Alternative names in varying decks are Peace, Healing, Hope.

Common Meanings

When The Star shows up, you are choosing the highest and best version of yourself.  The star indicates inspiration to create beauty and style in your home.  In relationships it indicates that you are destined to be with someone who is your soul mate; you have done the work and know what you want in your life and are able to be what you wish to attract.  In money/career the star indicates that you are bringing your genuine self to work, and success and luck are sure to follow.  The spirituality message is about connection and knowledge that blessings are yours.  In health, it is time to seek healing from within, for the mind truly does have power to heal.  The star is here to tell you to be inspired.  Dreams come true.

The Many Faces of The Star

The shadow side – or reverse presentation- of this card can indicate lack of Faith, despair, and disconnection. In any event it is a call to examine why you have lost faith and if it is true that things are as hopeless as you think.  Sometimes you just need to take the time to discover what the lesson is that the universe is trying to teach you, to learn the lesson, and realize the blessings that come from the challenging times.   

The Journey of The Star

The third card in the arc of the final septenary, which as you will recall is about is about the spiritual world and attainment of enlightenment.  This final septenary begins with the facing of one’s demons with The Devil, continues with the destruction of ego that accompanies The Tower, and finally we see reprieve with the hope and peace that herald the arrival of The Star.

Description of the Star Tarot Card

A naked female, with flowing golden hair kneels, one foot on land, and one in the water, pouring water out of two vessels.  One is poured into the water, and one onto the land.  Above her head are eight, 8-pointed stars, one of them a larger guiding star.   Behind her is a tree with a bird perched in its branches. 

Themes of The Star

  • Cleansing
  • Creativity
  • Dream Big
  • Faith
  • Guidance
  • Healing
  • Hope
  • Inspiration
  • Purpose
  • Renewal
  • Trust

The Number 17

The Number 17 indicates that It’s time to let go of limiting beliefs, negative feelings, or old fears that continue to keep you trapped and perpetuating patterns that are not for your highest good. This could also mean that it is time to let go of a toxic person or relationship that is preventing you from living your best life and finding true love and happiness.

Elements of the Card and Associated Symbolism

  • 8 stars/Guiding Star – 8 points symbolize renewal; the guiding star represents guidance and a light in the darkness.
  • The Maiden – hope and purity, eternal youth
  • The Bird – Dove of peace
  • Flowing water – water of life, resourcefulness, and healing; nourishing the land while replenishing the water. 
  • Vessel pouring water from left hand –consciousness, nourishing, and replenishing cycle of fertility
  • Vessel pouring from right hand – sub-consciousness, the dream state, return to the vast watery pool of collective consciousness

Herbs for The Star

  • Eyebright – Boost psychic capability, promote positive outlook and wisdom.
  • Heliotrope – Cheerfulness, gaiety, prosperity, and protection
  • Hyacinth – Supports peace of mind and calm sleep. Draws love, and luck
  • Kava kava – stimulates dreams; celestial effort; protection.
  • Lemon Balm – calming and promoting trust, psychic/spiritual development.

Questions that the Star Tarot card asks us

  • What does your life look like in your deepest dreams?

Have you lost faith in a situation, dream, or hope that you once held so closely, and if so, is there a lesson that will help you to course correct in order to see that dream realized?

That is the Star Card – a reminder that we are all made up of the atoms that create stars, and an encouragement to tap into that inner wisdom.  Wishing you a week of doing just that.  Thank you for reading and. As always, please reach out with questions or comments or if you are called to schedule a reading.   Be sure to join me next week for The Moon!