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The Andean cross, known as “chakana” in Quechua, signifies a “ladder to the highest.” It’s a four-sided ladder symbol, bridging the human world with the divine, uniting the lower and higher realms, Earth and the Sun.

The Star Points (Five Heroines): Each point of the Eastern Star represents a biblical heroine and embodies specific virtues. These women are chosen for their virtues of fidelity, constancy, loyalty, faith, and love, which are central to the Order’s teachings.

Adah (Blue, First Point): Represents obedience to duty and fidelity. She symbolizes the story of Jephthah’s daughter from the Bible, who faithfully fulfilled her father’s vow.

Ruth (Yellow, Second Point): Symbolizes constancy and loyalty. She represents the biblical story of Ruth, who remained loyal to her mother-in-law Naomi and embraced the faith of the Israelites.

Esther (White, Third Point): Stands for courage and self-sacrifice. Esther is the queen who saved her people from persecution through her bravery.

Martha (Green, Fourth Point): Embodies faith and hope in eternal life. Martha is known for her unwavering belief in the resurrection of her brother Lazarus, as recounted in the New Testament.

Electa (Red, Fifth Point): Represents charity and love. Electa refers to a woman, often linked to a figure from the early Christian church, who was willing to suffer for her faith.