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The Sun

Major Arcana
The Sun
The Sun

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Quick Info

Element
Spirit
Domain
Life Lessons & Karma
Number
19

Keywords & Themes

joysuccesscelebrationpositivityvitality

Card Description

A child rides a white horse under a bright sun. Sunflowers grow tall, representing happiness and the connection between earth and sun.

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Upright Meaning

The Sun represents joy, success, celebration, positivity, vitality, and enlightenment. It's one of the most positive cards.

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Reversed Meaning

Reversed indicates temporary depression, lack of success, or excessive ego.

Guidance & Advice

Embrace joy and celebrate successes. Your positive energy illuminates the world.

Questions for Reflection

  • ✦What brings me pure joy?
  • ✦How can I shine more brightly?
  • ✦What success should I celebrate?

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Understanding The Sun in Tarot Readings

The Sun is a Major Arcana card, representing joy, success, celebration. When this card appears in a reading, it often signals significant life themes and spiritual lessons.

The Sun in Different Positions

The meaning of The Sun can shift depending on its position in a spread. In past positions, it may indicate joy that has already influenced your journey. In present positions, it suggests current energies around success. In future positions, it points toward upcoming opportunities or challenges related to celebration.

Combining The Sun with Other Cards

When The Sun appears alongside other Major Arcana cards, its energy is amplified. Pay attention to surrounding cards to understand the full message.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do online tarot readings work?

Our tarot readings use a digital shuffling algorithm to randomly select cards, similar to shuffling a physical deck. The interpretations are based on traditional tarot meanings combined with the position in your chosen spread.

Can I save my tarot reading?

Yes, you can save your reading to revisit later. We also provide a print-friendly version of your reading for your records.

What is the difference between upright and reversed tarot cards?

When a tarot card appears upright, it expresses its core meaning directly. Reversed cards (appearing upside-down) often indicate blocked energy, internalized aspects, or the shadow side of the card's meaning. Some readers don't use reversals, while others find them essential for nuanced readings.

How many cards are in a tarot deck?

A standard tarot deck contains 78 cards: 22 Major Arcana cards representing major life themes and spiritual lessons, and 56 Minor Arcana cards divided into four suits (Wands, Cups, Swords, Pentacles) representing everyday experiences and challenges.

What do the four tarot suits represent?

Wands represent fire energy, creativity, and action. Cups represent water energy, emotions, and relationships. Swords represent air energy, thoughts, and communication. Pentacles represent earth energy, material matters, and physical experiences.

Can tarot cards predict the future?

Tarot cards don't predict a fixed future but reveal current energies, patterns, and potential outcomes based on your present path. They serve as a tool for self-reflection and guidance, helping you make more informed decisions about your life direction.

What does The Sun mean in a tarot reading?

The Sun represents joy, success, celebration. When upright, it signifies The Sun represents joy, success, celebration, positivity, vitality, and enlightenment. It's one of the most positive cards.... When reversed, it may indicate Reversed indicates temporary depression, lack of success, or excessive ego....

Is The Sun a positive or negative card?

The Sun is a Major Arcana card carrying significant meaning. Like all tarot cards, it contains both light and shadow aspects. Its meaning depends on the question asked, surrounding cards, and whether it appears upright or reversed.

What should I do when The Sun appears in my reading?

Embrace joy and celebrate successes. Your positive energy illuminates the world.