Large eight-pointed star
A guiding light and hope. The goal is in sight, even if the road is still long.
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Major Arcana · XVII
The Star Tarot Card Meaning
The Star is a card of hope, inspiration and healing. After a difficult period comes peace and faith in the future. The card promises that your strength will return and your dreams will become achievable again.
Upright
- hope
- inspiration
- healing
- faith
- dreams
Reversed
- disappointment
- loss of faith
- despondency
- self-doubt
- detachment from reality
Yes or no
Yes
The Star answers “yes”: your wish can come true, and everything is moving in the right direction. Just don’t lose faith.
Ask the cards your own question →- Number
- XVII
- Element
- Air
- Astrology
- Aquarius
Card symbolism in our deck
On the card in Heinrich Pangrau’s deck, a woman pours water from two jugs: one into a pool, the other onto the ground. Above her shine a large eight-pointed star and seven smaller ones, and a tree grows nearby.
Small stars
The support that surrounds a person. You are not alone.
Jug over the pool
Nourishment for the soul: feelings and intuition return to their source.
Jug over the ground
Water brings the earth to life — inspiration turns into real action.
Openness of the figure
She has nothing to hide. Honesty with yourself and trust in the world.
Tree
Life growing anew. Healing happens naturally.
The Star meaning
The upright Star means hope and recovery. After a crisis comes calm: you believe in yourself again, feel inspired and see a bright future.
The card supports dreams, creativity and long-term plans. It doesn’t promise instant results, but it says you’re on the right path and the world is on your side.
The Star reversed
The reversed Star is a loss of faith. The person is disillusioned, sees no point in trying and believes their dreams are out of reach.
Another meaning is daydreaming without action: there are hopes, but they’re detached from reality. The card advises you to go back to simple steps and rebuild your strength.
The Star in love, work, money and health
Love and relationships
Upright Bright, sincere feelings, healing after past wounds. For singles: a meeting that brings hope.
Reversed Disappointment in your partner, idealization, unrealistic expectations.
Feelings This person sees something special in you and feels inspired and hopeful when they’re with you.
Work and career
Upright Recognition, a creative high, promising projects. Good for art, media and charity work.
Reversed Doubting your abilities, loss of motivation, second thoughts about the path you’ve chosen.
Money
Upright A gradual improvement in your finances. Your hopes will be justified.
Reversed Unrealistic financial expectations. Don’t count on a miracle.
Health
Upright Recovery, a surge of energy, feeling well.
Reversed Low energy, a low mood. You need rest and support from loved ones.
The Star as a person
As a person, the Star is open, inspired and kind. A creative soul who believes in the best and knows how to support others.
The card’s advice
Upright Believe in yourself and keep moving toward your dream.
Reversed Don’t lose hope: start with a small step, and your faith will return.
Card of the Day
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The Star as the card of the day
An inspiring day. A good time to dream, plan and do creative work.
Combinations with other cards
- The Star + The TowerHope and healing after a collapse.
- The Star + The SunA dream come true, great joy.
- The Star + The MoonIntuition guides you through uncertainty.
- The Star + Nine of CupsA cherished wish will come true.
- The Star + Ace of CupsNew, bright feelings.
- The Star + Three of WandsGood prospects and a confident view of the future.
Frequently asked questions about The Star
Is The Star a yes or no card?
“Yes”: your wish can come true if you don’t lose faith.
What does The Star mean in a relationship?
Sincere feelings and healing after past wounds.
What does The Star reversed mean?
Disappointment, a loss of faith, or dreams detached from reality.
What kind of person is The Star?
An open, kind, creative person who believes in the best.
What does The Star mean as a card of the day?
An inspiring day for dreaming and creative work.