The pentacle is a five pointed star set upright in an enclosed circle. It is the symbol of the Wiccan faith and, depending upon your point of view, has one of two meanings.
It represents the magical world. From this perspective, the circle surrounding the star symbolizes reality while the star itself represents the five elements. The points (beginning with the top and moving clockwise) represent Spirit, Water, Fire, Earth, and Air.
It represents man's relationship to the spirit world. From this perspective, the star represents man, with his legs spread and arms outstretched, his head at the top. Keeping in mind the Elemental correspondences to the various points of the star, we are reminded to put our quest for spirituality above of the different emotions and drives that are symbolized by the various Elements.