The Star Tarot Card Meaning

Upright, reversed, love, feelings, career and yes-or-no meanings of The Star.

By Tarot Readers Editorial Team·Updated October 2026✓ Reviewed

Arcana	Major Arcana
Number	XVII
Yes or No	Yes
Upright	hope, healing, renewal, inspiration
Reversed	despair, lack of faith, disconnection, discouragement

The Star Upright Meaning

The Star is card number XVII of the Major Arcana — the 22 cards that describe life's biggest lessons and turning points. When it appears in a reading, it usually points to a significant theme rather than a passing event.

The Star brings hope after hardship. Healing is underway, and faith in the future returns. It is a gentle, renewing card.

The Star Reversed Meaning

Reversed, The Star points to discouragement or losing faith. Small steps can rebuild hope.

Reversed cards don't automatically mean something bad — they often point to energy that is blocked, delayed or turned inward. Read our guide to reversed tarot cards.

The Star in Love & Relationships

In love, The Star brings healing after heartbreak and the promise of a loving, hopeful connection.

Reversed in a love reading, The Star suggests the themes above are blocked or out of balance: despair, lack of faith, disconnection, discouragement.

The Star as Feelings

As feelings, someone feels hopeful, inspired and sincerely drawn to you.

The Star in Career & Money

In career, The Star favors creative work, purpose-driven goals and recovering after setbacks.

Is The Star a Yes or No Card?

The Star leans toward yes. Its energy is supportive and forward-moving, so the answer to your question is likely positive — especially when the card appears upright.

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