The Order of the Eastern Star is the largest Fraternal Organization in the world to which both women and men can belong. It is NOT a religion, although its lessons are taught using Biblical women. These women are Adah, Ruth, Esther, Martha and Electa. They teach fidelity, constancy, loyalty, faith and love.
Women with specific Masonic affiliations and men who are Master Masons are eligible to join. The petitioner must be 18 years or older, believe in a Supreme Being, be of good moral character, and be willing to assume the obligation of the Order.
Its goal is to provide an organization where women and men with high moral and social character can contribute time, energy and wisdom for the good of all mankind throughout the world.