The Sun
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Quick Info
- Element
- Spirit
- Domain
- Life Lessons & Karma
- Number
- 19
Keywords & Themes
Card Description
A child rides a white horse under a bright sun. Sunflowers grow tall, representing happiness and the connection between earth and sun.
Upright Meaning
The Sun represents joy, success, celebration, positivity, vitality, and enlightenment. It's one of the most positive cards.
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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Ready for a Reading?
Now that you understand The Sun, try our interactive spreads to see how it connects with other cards in a reading.
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.