Card Type: Major Arcana
Card Number: 17
Star Sign: Aquarius
Planet: Uranus
Element: Air
Crystal: Amethyst
Other Names: Star of Magi, of Bethlehem, North Star
Key Meaning: Wish Upon a Star
The Star Tarot card points to good luck and blessings. Wish upon a star, because your dream comes true.
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The Star Keywords
🥰 Upright: Hope, optimism, dreams come true, faith
😒 Reversed: Negativity, feeling blocked
The Star Tarot Card Description
This description is based on the Rider Waite Tarot Deck. A naked young woman kneels at the edge of a pool, not unlike pool in the Temperance card. The sky is illuminated by brilliant bright stars. She holds two jugs in her hand, what she takes from one, she replenishes with the other. The jugs never run empty, signifying the abundance of energy in the universe. This could be a cleansing ritual, or the moment of discovery when she realises how the universe really works. The Star could symbolize the people or things we are inspired by, or the guiding star of Bethlehem, guiding us towards our dream life or life purpose. Life purpose and gifts emerging are strongly linked to this card.
The Star is one of the luckiest cards in Tarot, and when it appears it means a wish comes true. This is a time of good fortune, brilliant ideas and even spiritual growth. In some instances, it can literally predict fame and recognition.
Other keywords associated with this card: bright ideas, cleansing, creative visualization, eureka moment, aiming higher, vision of the future, visionary.
What Zodiac Sign is The Star Tarot Card?
The Star card is assigned the star sign Aquarius. Aquarius is the sign of futuristic thinking and humanitarian efforts. In astrology, Aquarius is represented by the water bearer glyph, the mystical healer who brings water and life.
Uranus, the ruling planet of Aquarius, is also assigned to the Star card. Astrologers call Uranus, the planet of innovation, technology and surprising events. Any insights you have, when the Star card turns up in your reading, could literally make you famous!
The Star card is assigned to the eleventh house, which is ruled by Aquarius. The eleventh house is where astrologers look for information on how people will receive what you do or say. It rules, social causes, new ideas and technology.
The Star Tarot card corresponds to the element Air.
Romance: What does The Star Tarot Card Mean when You Ask About Love?
When the Star turns up in a love reading, the meaning will depend on your question. For example, if you asked:
💖 Will I find love? Then yes, all your dreams will come true.
💖 Does he or she like me? Yes, they like you very much!
💖 What is the future of our relationship? This card indicates lasting love, marriage and healing where necessary.
💖 If you are trying for a baby, this card indicates success and a healthy child.
💖 In general, you feel blessed by the people in your life, and those who will shortly be coming into your life.
CAREER: What does This Card Signify when You Ask About Work?
If your question relates to work, business, career or study and you receive the Star, it can mean:
⭕ You get your dream job. Alternatively, you are considered a ‘star’ in your workplace and are shining brightly.
⭕ Your confidence is soaring, and if success is not obvious yet, it soon will be.
⭕ Your gifts are emerging, which clarifies your life purpose.
⭕ Have you been asking: will I be famous or recognized for my talent? If so, the answer is yes. You have ‘star’ quality.
⭕ Consider studying astrology, astronomy or even ufology! Your destiny is written in the stars.
Careers associated with this card include: Celebrity, influencer, YouTube content creator, working with famous people, astrologer, astronomers, astronaut. Careers in music, gaming, film and entertainment industry.
If you are considering hiring a candidate and this card appears, it means:
This is your dream candidate! Look no further.
MONEY: What is the Meaning of The Star Tarot Card in a Money Reading?
If you asked the Tarot about money and finances, and you receive the Star, it can mean:
💲 Higher Powers are helping to improve your finances, you will be lucky.
💲 You find your dream property.
💲 This is a good time to make investments.
💲 Use your emerging gifts and natural talent to make money and provide the freedom, and purpose you crave.
Tarot Card Combination Meanings
“The Star combined with 6 of Wands” – An opportunity to be in the spotlight
“The Star combined with 5 of Pentacles” – A miracle healing
“The Star combined with Death” – Work as a medium brings you fame
HEALTH: What does The Star Card Mean when You Ask About Health?
The Star is one of the luckiest cards to receive in a health reading. It signifies healing, if you have been unwell. It is also known to indicate a miracle healing.
When this card turns up, you are feeling much more positive about your health.
Health conditions associated with this card include: None. This card rules: ankles, calves, shins and circulatory system.
YES/NO: Does This Card Mean Yes or No in a Reading?
❓ When you ask a Yes or No question and this Tarot card turns up, then the answer is YES.
TIMING: Does The Star Tarot Card Predict any Particular Timeframe?
🕔 This card is only a timing indication when you specifically asked a timeframe question. For example, if you want to know if something will happen, and when, then you need to draw two separate cards. These are in fact, two separate questions. This is a fundamental principle to understand if you want an accurate tarot reading – and it is core to my teaching in my book Tarot in 5 Minutes.
🕔 The Star card represents January 21 to February 20. If the card is reversed, timing will be longer – perhaps up to a year later, same date.
Karina’s Timing Method:
I am using a traditional major arcana timing method here, based on the zodiac sign assigned to each card.
What is the Meaning of The Star Tarot Card Reversed?
When the Star is upside down then the light does not shine as brightly and its healing powers are limited. As a result, you feel blocked. Ask yourself, what is limiting my life? What attitude is blocking me? Do you:
✔️ Feel lost and struggle to believe that things will get better?
✔️ Struggle to see your own beauty and self-worth? You’re a star in waiting.
✔️Lack confidence and secretly feel that other people are better at doing things than you?
What you should do now, is turn the card upright! This is a way of saying ‘I am ready to shake off my limiting self-beliefs.’
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