The Star tarot card meaning
On the card: A woman kneels by a starlit pool, pouring water from two jugs, one into the pool and one onto the land. A great star shines above her among smaller stars, and a waterfall glitters behind.
At a glance
| Arcana | Major Arcana XVII |
|---|---|
| Astrological link | Aquarius |
| Keywords (upright) | Hope, renewal, inspiration |
| Keywords (reversed) | Despair, lack of faith, disconnection |
| Yes or no | Yes |
Upright meaning
The Star is hope, healing and renewal after difficulty. The storm has passed, and the sky is clear. The card brings faith in the future, inspiration and a sense of being guided. It asks you to trust that things will get better, take care of yourself and share your hope with others.
Reversed meaning
Reversed, the Star shows discouragement or lost faith. Reconnect with what inspires you.
Love and relationships
In love, renewed hope and openness. A healing time, and new love may be on the horizon.
Work and career
At work, inspiration and recognition. Your vision is worth pursuing; creative work shines.
Money
With money, recovery and steady improvement. Invest in your long-term goals.
Advice
Keep faith in the future. Follow your inspiration and take care of your well-being.
In each position
- In the past
- After a difficult time in the past, hope returned. Healing that began then continues now.
- In the present
- Hope and healing are with you. After difficulty, things are becoming calmer and clearer.
- In the future
- A time of renewal and inspiration is coming. Wishes have a real chance of coming true.
- As your feelings
- You feel hopeful and open, perhaps for the first time in a while. Your faith in the future is returning.
- As your hopes
- You hope for healing, peace and the fulfilment of a long-held wish.
- As your fears
- You fear that hope will be disappointed. Keep faith; this card is one of the most positive in the deck.
- As what helps you
- Your optimism and generosity of spirit are strengths. You inspire others simply by being yourself.
- As what blocks you
- Losing faith is the only real obstacle. Doubt can make you stop just before the turn.
- As the outcome
- The outcome is hope fulfilled: healing, inspiration and a calm, bright future.
