What is the Pentagram Tarot spread?

There are various spreads or layouts used in tarot card readings, and the Pentagram spread is a unique spread that derives its name from the five-pointed star. If you consider the concept of a star, it is a source of bright light among the darkness and a beacon of hope. Even though stars are physically very far away from us, we still make wishes upon them and see them as possessing magical capabilities.

The Pentagram has deep historical roots that date back to ancient civilizations, but this magical symbol is particularly sacred to many Pagans and Wiccans as it comes with a number of different meanings. In these traditions, the five points of the star represent the elements of air, fire, water, earth, as well as spirit, which is considered to be the fifth element. Each of these is included in this 5 card tarot spread, and when conducting a reading, they represent the forces that shape our experiences and guide our spiritual journey through life. However, with the Pentagram spread, rather than revealing your past, present, and future, it will shed light on your origin and destination instead.




The pentacle oracle spread can help you explore your spirituality and provide valuable insight into your life. Harnessing the power of these cards can provide you with a great source of wisdom to manifest your desires, get guidance on significant decisions, and help you map out your next steps in life. The positioning of each of the cards will provide you with different answers that can shape your experiences and guide your journey. So, if you’re looking to try out this unique reading, here’s how to decipher the spread.



In this star spread, the reader will select a card that represents the querent. This card is called the significator and will be placed in the star's center. In some traditions, this card is not chosen at random; instead, it is chosen to align with specific situations the querent is experiencing. For example, suppose the querent has come for a reading in the hopes of overcoming addiction or cheating patterns in their relationship. In that case, the reader may represent them with the Devil card. Alternatively, if the querent seeks answers about their spiritual journey, they may be represented with the Hermit card. Once this card has been specially selected, it should always be placed in the center of the star, with the rest of the stars being the points surrounding it.

The second card in the spread is the Earth card, which is placed to the upper right of the significator. This is the first point of the Pentagram and represents the material realm. Earth is associated with security and stability, so this card looks at our physical existence, possessions, and life's practical aspects. This card provides excellent insight into the issues the querent is facing. It may reveal financial or career pursuits that have kept them in a stagnant place or other aspects of their life preventing them from reaching their desired next steps.



Sitting in the lower right third position on the star is the aspect of air, which is ruled by intellect and communication. In this spread, the tarot cards reveal the thoughts and interactions between the querent and people surrounding them. Perhaps they negatively influence their lives, and a lack of communication or honesty has impacted their decision-making abilities. If certain ideas and plans are not translating, this card will be able to identify which individuals or relationships are creating this roadblock.

The fourth position of the Pentagram is ruled by fire, which is associated with the querent's strong will and energy. Sitting in the bottom left of the star, this card symbolizes sparking inspiration, firing up creativity, and seeking out one's greatest passions. Fire is something that can create something incredible, while it can also destroy everything and everyone in its path. These tarot cards may reveal insights into the querent's love life, life pursuits, and goals, showing whether they are headed in the right direction or if the fire contributes to their self-doubt and downfall.

The fifth position is the water card which represents the realm of emotion and intuition. This is the card where the querent will find out what their intuition is trying to tell them. It is the place where the depths of their feelings lie and the explanations being their emotions. The tarot card that is placed in this position may offer relationship guidance, intuitive insights, and unique answers about their deep emotional state. No matter the situation the querent is facing, the water card can shed light on lessons they need to learn, and the changes they need to make in life to fulfill their goals.



Finally, the sixth card is the spirit card and it sits at the top point of the Pentagram. This is where the querent can tap into their higher consciousness, tune into their whole self, and gain insight into where the journey of life is taking them. This is the time where the reader will look at the other cards on the Pentagram and perceive what they are projecting, and how they contribute to the querent’s final destination. The tarot cards may provide answers about a spiritual journey, the querent’s actions in alignment with their deeper purpose, or how the querent’s life will turn out if they remain on this trajectory. Think of it like the final chapter in the book. All of the other chapters, and in this case elements, each played a pivotal role leading up to this moment, when everything comes together and makes sense.

As the Pentagram reading points to five different aspects of our lives, it provides a sense of balance and understanding of all the forces that can play a pivotal role in your origin and destination. This spread encourages balance and mindfulness. Whether you’re looking for answers about your love life, career, or spiritual journey, the cards can provide a comprehensive framework for understanding the forces at play in your life.