Sun (Surya) is a malefic planet and one of the nine grahas of Vedic astrology. It signifies the soul, authority and vital life-force, and is the karaka of soul (atma), father, authority & government, ego & confidence, health & vitality, leadership. In the body it governs heart, bones, eyes (right), vitality.
What Sun Signifies
- Soul (atma)
- Father
- Authority & government
- Ego & confidence
- Health & vitality
- Leadership
Strong vs Weak Sun
When Sun is strong or well-placed, it gives confidence, leadership, good health, recognition from authority and a strong sense of self. When weak, retrograde or afflicted, it can bring low confidence, ego conflicts, trouble with father or bosses, and weak vitality. Its strength is judged by sign dignity (exaltation, own sign or debilitation), house placement, and aspects from other planets.
Dignity and Attributes
- Exalted in
Aries - Debilitated in
Libra - Own sign(s)
Leo - Moolatrikona
Leo - Gemstone
Ruby - Deity
Agni / Shiva