Sun (Surya) in Vedic Astrology
One of the nine grahas — सूर्य
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Sun (Surya, सूर्य) signifies the soul (atma), father, authority, government, vitality, confidence and reputation. Its Vimshottari mahadasha lasts 6 years.
| Own sign | Leo |
|---|---|
| Exalted in | Aries (deepest 10°) |
| Debilitated in | Libra (deepest 10°) |
| Day | Sunday |
| Mahadasha length | 6 years |
| Nakshatras ruled | Krittika, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha |
Sun in the 12 signs
Sun in AriesMesha · exaltedSun in TaurusVrishabha · enemy signSun in GeminiMithuna · neutral signSun in CancerKarka · friendly signSun in LeoSimha · own sign: moolatrikona 0° to 20° of LeoSun in VirgoKanya · neutral signSun in LibraTula · debilitatedSun in ScorpioVrishchika · friendly signSun in SagittariusDhanu · friendly signSun in CapricornMakara · enemy signSun in AquariusKumbha · enemy signSun in PiscesMeena · friendly sign
Sun in the 12 houses
1st houseself, body and personality2nd housewealth, family and speech3rd housecourage, siblings and effort4th househome, mother and inner peace5th housechildren, intelligence and creativity6th househealth, enemies, debts and service7th housemarriage and partnerships8th houselongevity, transformation and hidden matters9th housefortune, dharma, teachers and long travel10th housecareer, status and public life11th housegains, income and friendships12th houseexpenses, loss, foreign lands and liberation
Frequently asked questions
What does Sun signify in Vedic astrology?
Sun (Surya) signifies the soul (atma), father, authority, government, vitality, confidence and reputation. Its results depend on its sign, house, aspects and dignity in your birth chart, and on when its dasha runs.
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