Star Tattoos

There are almost as many meanings assigned to star tattoos as there are stars in the sky. Representing a certain aspiration or purpose that you give importance to in your life, a star tattoo can help you maintain focus on that goal. The significance of the star can change depending on how many points the star has. Of course, the beauty of the star itself can be reason enough to tattoo one on your body. Here are some example of typical star tattoo motifs and their meanings.

A Shooting Star often symbolizes an important moment of inspiration in a person’s life. This can include a significant relationship, promotion, a moment of enlightenment, and nearly anything else that the individual deems worthy of remembering for the rest of their lives.

A Nautical Star tattoo most often represents guidance. Traditionally it is believed that a nautical star would help steer an individual on their set path, whether towards a goal, or back home from a dark place. Those that bear the nautical star are often seeking this type of direction or feel a strong relationship with the paths of destiny and fate. This five pointed star also acts as a protector to the wearer.

The Pentagram Star tattoo can vary in meaning depending on whether the point faces up or down. When the point faces down, taking the form of the face of Ram, most people associate the pentagram with Satan or pagan beliefs. In the Celtic tradition, a pentagram star with the point facing upward is a symbol of protection, balance, magic and story-telling. The four lower points of this classic emblem represent fire, water, air and earth with the fifth and highest point representing the Great Spirit, which rule and watches over the elements. In this way, the upward facing pentagram represents harmony and balance.

The Star of David tattoo is a popular symbol of the Jewish religion. Also known as the hexagram, this star is said to be derived from the legend that David bore a shield in the shape of a six-pointed star in the battle against the Giant Goliath. Expressing the divine hand on Earth, this star is also referred to as the Seal of Solomon or the Creator’s Star.

A Seven Pointed Star tattoo, also known as the septagram, carries the tradition of mysticism. Associated with Hinduism and the seven planets, the number seven has always conveyed a powerful significance as the number for good luck and fortune. This star can also be seen as representing the perfect male.

An Octogram Star tattoo often represents a sense of fulfillment. A popular symbol in pagan and Egyptian traditions, this star is linked with both the Pagan wheel and the Ogdoad of ancient Egypt. American firefighters also use this symbol as their emblem.

Finally, the Nanogram Star tattoo expresses the characteristics of stability and achievement in life. This somewhat rare symbol is tied into Norse mythology, representing the nine worlds.