The Moravian Star
A newer symbol of our Church, dating back to the beginning of the 19th century. In Moravians Schools in Germany, building paper stars was probably an exercise in geometry for students that connected to the story of the Star of Bethlehem. They are often hung in and around Moravian homes and churches from the beginning of Advent to the end of Epiphany.
“The Moravian Star has a three-fold message. It testifies to the greatness of the Creator who made the stars on the fourth day, countless in number, differing in glory, and praising the might that laid the foundations of the world. Second, it is a reminder of the star that once led the Wise Men from their distant homes [to the Christ-child]. Third, it points to Jesus Christ whose light shines in the darkness, and who is the bright and morning star.”
(Ed. Peter Vogt, Our Moravian Treasures, Christiansfeld: Worldwide Moravian Church Unity Office, 2019, Pages 43-44)