I’ve noticed that some homes in Massachusetts have stars on them. I have seen them in quite a few places, like Westfield, Springfield, and Pittsfield, for example. Once you notice one, more seem to pop up. I always wondered if these stars have any meaning behind them or if people just display them as a fashion trend. Plus, I have seen stars in multiple colors. Do different colors have different meanings?
What is the Meaning of These Five-Sided Stars on Massachusetts Homes and Barns?
Naturally, I went to the internet to see if there was any information on these stars and their meanings. In addition to homes, stars are displayed on barns. As a matter of fact, these five-sided stars are called “barn stars” whether displayed on houses or barns. Taste of Home gives the meanings behind these stars:
A brown star is known to symbolize friendship and strength, while white stands for purity and energy. A violet star is considered holy, while a green star symbolizes hope for growth and fertility on the farm. If you see a blue or black star, they symbolize protection for the farm. And a bright sunny yellow star? It holds a meaning of love of man and the sun.
My house has a red (or reddish) star on it. A red star means emotion, passion, and charisma. The star was on my house when I moved in 14 years ago, and it’s still there. I chose to leave it there as I always liked the look of it. Now I know it gives off some good vibes and has some fun meanings behind it…