In Vedic astrology, the Sun (Surya) represents your soul, self-identity, ego, and vitality. It is the central life force that influences your confidence, ambition, and leadership qualities. The Sun teaches you to stay true to your core values and life purpose. A strong Sun brings recognition, honor, and the power to lead.
🕉️ Spiritual Mantras
- Mool Mantra: Om Sooryaay Namah
- Beej Mantra (English): Aum Hraan Hreen Hron Sah Suryaya Namah
- Beej Mantra (Sanskrit): ॐ ह्रां ह्रीं ह्रौं सः सूर्याय नमः
📅 Basic Details
- Day: Sunday
- Direction: East
- Colour: Orange / Golden Yellow
- Transit Time in One Sign: 1 Month
- Full Zodiac Cycle: 12 Months
🧠 Nature & Characteristics
- Temperament: Authoritative, Commanding, Dominant
- Symbol: Shield of Helios (Sun God)
- Metal: Gold, Copper
- Gemstones: Ruby, Diamond, Chrysolite, Chrysoberyl, Peridot
♌ Zodiac Connections
- Own Sign: Leo
- Exalted in: Aries (10°)
- Debilitated in: Libra (10°)
- Mool Trikon: Leo (up to 20°)
- Detriment: Aquarius
- Nakshatras Ruled: Krittika, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha
🤝 Planetary Relationships
- Friendly Planets: Moon, Mars, Jupiter
- Enemies: Venus, Saturn
- Neutral: Mercury
✅ Positive Traits
- Strong leadership
- Confidence and self-esteem
- High ambitions
- Generosity and enthusiasm
- Great organizational skills
❌ Negative Traits
- Egoism and pride
- Vanity or arrogance
- Over-dominating attitude
⚕️ Health & Body Parts Ruled
- Governs: Heart, brain, eyes, bones, chest, lungs, stomach, spinal cord
- Diseases (if afflicted): Headaches, poor eyesight, bone issues, baldness, heart problems, epilepsy
🌟 Sun in Astrology Charts
In your birth chart, the Sun signifies your core personality, soul energy, and purpose in life. It reflects your creativity, authority, fatherly influence, and how you express your individuality. A well-placed Sun leads to fame, political success, and personal power. If weak, it may bring insecurity, ego issues, or lack of direction.
📜 Mythological Background
In Hindu mythology, the Sun is worshipped as Surya Dev, the divine father and life-giver, riding a golden chariot pulled by seven horses. He symbolizes light, wisdom, and divine truth.
💼 Careers Influenced by the Sun
The Sun governs roles involving power, status, and governance, including:
- Politicians & Bureaucrats
- CEOs & Business Leaders
- Army & Police Officers
- Judges & Heads of Institutions
- Spiritual and Religious Heads
🕰 Vimshottari Mahadasha of Sun
- Period: 6 Years
- During this time, natives often experience personal growth, success, fame, and a rise in confidence and status—if the Sun is well-placed.
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