Elven Star Research Paper

I have never seen or heard of this symbol called the Elven Star. To me, it looks like a really mystical symbol and an expansion of the Pentagram. It has seven points- I know seven has always been a mystical number in tons of religions throughout the times. After researching, I learned many interesting things about this symbol.

The Elven Star is a seven-pointed star commonly called a Septagram or Heptagram. Like the Pentagram, it is a “sacred symbol to Wiccans who follow the Faery tradition, where it is called the Elven or Fairy Star” (Symbol Dictionary). It said that it “represents a gift from Faerie to humans to bridge the understanding between the Mortal human realm and that of Fairyland. The 7 pointed star is known as a gateway symbol, a Gate or entrance between our world and that of Faery, the Otherworld. Each

Point 1 of the Elven Star symbolizes the Sun, and the element Fire. The Sun is a primary life force. We need it to exist. The sun, and the first point of the star, symbolize life, creation, fertility, energy, and power. Point 2 corresponds with the Wood, and the Earth element. It also shows growth, wisdom, friendship, and healing. Elves have a strong connection to the forest, trees, and nature. Point 3 corresponds with the Sea, Water element, creativity, sexuality, and awakenings. The ocean is one of the greatest forces on this Earth. Point 4 represents Magic- understanding magic, and living it. Point 5 corresponds with the Moon. The Moon plays a very important role on Earth. It affects the tides, and lights up the night. It can even have physical effects on people. Point 6 relates to the Wind, and the Air element. Point 7 represents Connection. Connection to ourselves, others, the universe, magic, the Earth, and spirit. This point is sometimes compared to the fifth point on the Pentagram- Spirit. Just like spirit is the aspiration of humanity, so is connection on the Elven Star.