Honoring the Five Points of the Star: How Symbolism Inspires Our Designs

At Masonic Family Gifts, we believe every gift tells a story — and the most treasured stories are the ones rooted in love, legacy, and light. For those of us who walk the path of the Eastern Star, the five-pointed emblem is more than just a symbol — it’s a guide, a reminder, and a shared language of virtue. Each point of the Star honors a woman of faith and purpose whose story carries timeless values. And when we create, we do so with these values in mind, letting them guide our design choices in everything from color palettes to engraved details.

Let’s take a journey through the Star — and explore how Adah, Ruth, Esther, Martha, and Electa come to life in the gifts we craft.

Adah, known as the Daughter Sign, represents fidelity, the kind that endures even when the cost is high.

Her story is one of youth, devotion, and honor — qualities we reflect through gentle blue tones and the soft beauty of violets. Her symbols, the sword and veil, speak to the quiet power of standing firm in one’s beliefs.

When we design Adah-inspired pieces, we seek to honor that bravery — sometimes through bold lines and contrast, sometimes through the simple purity of her colors. Whether it's a badge, a coin, or a keepsake box, Adah’s spirit reminds us that doing the right thing isn’t always easy, but it’s always noble.

Ruth, the Widow Sign, is the embodiment of humility, constancy, and steadfast love.

Her golden yellow hues echo the sunlight of harvest fields, and her symbols — the lily of the valley and the sheaf of barley — tie her forever to the beauty of honest labor and quiet devotion. Ruth doesn’t need a crown to show her worth; her strength is shown through her unwavering commitment to family, to community, and to the promise of something greater.

Our Ruth-inspired gifts often feature warm, earthy tones and subtle textures that bring her story to life — the kind of design that feels like home, like a field after rain, like the comfort of faith lived daily.

Esther, the Wife Sign, is nobility in action. She wears the color purple — rich, royal, and wise — and her story is one of courage under pressure.

She risked everything for the good of her people, and she did it with grace, intelligence, and strength. The crown and scepter united, and the sun itself, are her emblems — reminders that leadership and love are not mutually exclusive.

In our designs, Esther shows up in glittering purples and radiant golds, in the elegant curves of her crown, and the quiet fire of her diamond symbolism. Esther’s gifts are often the most regal of our collection — perfect for Worthy Matrons, Grand Officers, or anyone carrying the torch of leadership with a steady hand and a kind heart.

Martha, the Sister Sign, brings comfort to the weary and hope to the faithful.

Her story is one of belief in the face of sorrow — a message that speaks deeply to all of us who have ever held onto faith through loss. She is dressed in green, the color of renewal and life, and her symbols — the broken column and the newborn lamb — remind us that what is broken is not always lost, and that what lies beyond is not to be feared.

In our Martha-themed designs, we often use gentle green shades, fern imagery, and lines that rise and fall like quiet prayer. Whether it’s a sympathy gift or a daily reminder of spiritual strength, Martha’s presence invites peace and trust into any space.

And then there is Electa, the Mother Sign, and the heart of the Star.

Her story is one of love poured out — not because it’s easy, but because it’s right. She is clothed in red, the color of devotion and sacrifice, and her emblems — the red rose, the golden goblet, the heart, the lion, and the cross — speak to a love that is courageous, enduring, and fiercely protective.

We lean into warmth when designing for Electa: deep reds, soft lines, and rich symbolism that speaks of hospitality, resilience, and open-hearted service. Her gifts are ideal for those who give without counting the cost — for the matriarchs, the caretakers, the quiet warriors of our Order.

Each of these heroines brings something unique to the Star — and to us. Their values inform not just our designs, but the way we approach our business. When we create a name badge, it’s not just plastic and ink — it’s a reflection of someone’s journey. When we craft an ornament or an engraved keepsake, we do so with intention, ensuring that every piece speaks to the spirit it honors.

That’s the beauty of the Eastern Star: it connects us across generations, across chapters, across states and countries. It reminds us that virtue is not a forgotten concept, and that beauty has a deeper meaning when it’s paired with purpose.

So whether you’re choosing a gift to honor a Worthy Matron, welcoming a new member, or simply celebrating the path we walk together, we invite you to explore our Eastern Star collection. Let the stories of Adah, Ruth, Esther, Martha, and Electa inspire your next gift — because the Star doesn’t just point the way. It lights it.