Order of the Eastern Star Symbol - Meaning, History, and Significance #2154695 (License: Personal Use)

The Order of the Eastern Star emblem is a five-pointed star with colored sections-red (Adah), blue (Ruth), green (Esther), yellow (Martha), and white (Electa)-each representing a biblical heroine and degree. At the center lies a hexagonal altar with an open book, surrounded by symbolic tools: a sword, cup, crown, banner, and key, reflecting moral teachings and ritual significance. The letters “O,” “E,” “S,” “F,” “L,” “A,” “T,” and “I” denote the organization’s name and foundational values.

This image is commonly used on Masonic and OES organizational websites, educational pages about fraternal orders, and historical resources explaining esoteric symbolism. It serves users seeking to understand Freemasonry-affiliated groups, their rituals, or iconography for academic, spiritual, or membership purposes.