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THE SUN IN ASTROLOGY

• By Vedang jyotish
• 2026-01-22

The Sun in Astrology

In astrology, the Sun is one of the most important parts of your birth chart. It represents who you truly are at your core. Your Sun shows your personality, confidence, life purpose, and the energy that drives you forward in life.

Most people know their Sun sign (like Aries, Leo, or Libra), but the Sun’s role goes much deeper than just your zodiac sign.

What Does the Sun Represent?

🌞 Your True Self

The Sun reflects your core identity—your natural character, values, and sense of self. It shows how you express yourself and how you want to be seen by the world.

❤️ Energy, Vitality, and Health

The Sun is the source of life and energy. In astrology, it represents your physical strength, stamina, and overall vitality. A strong Sun often indicates good health, confidence, and resilience. It is linked to the heart, spine, eyes, and general life force.

👑 Confidence, Leadership, and Authority

The Sun is connected to leadership and self-confidence. It shows your ability to take charge, make decisions, and inspire others. It can also represent authority figures in your life, such as your father, boss, or mentors.

🎨 Creativity and Recognition

The Sun governs creativity and self-expression. It shows where you shine and where you want recognition, appreciation, or success. This is the part of you that wants to be proud of your achievements.

⚖️ Ego and Self-Esteem

When the Sun is balanced, it brings healthy self-esteem and confidence. When it is weak or challenged, it can show up as arrogance, ego issues, self-doubt, or low confidence. Balance is the key.

The Sun in Your Birth Chart

The Sun changes zodiac signs about once every 30 days, which is why people born in the same month often share similar traits. This is your Sun sign, and it gives a general idea of your personality.

However, for a deeper understanding, astrologers also look at:

• The House of the Sun – The area of life (career, family, relationships, etc.) where you express your energy the most
• Aspects to the Sun – How other planets interact with your Sun, either supporting or challenging its energy

The Sun in Vedic Astrology (Jyotish)

In Vedic astrology, the Sun is known as Surya or Ravi and is highly respected. It represents the soul (Atmakaraka) and your life purpose.

• The Sun rules the sign Leo
• It is strongest (exalted) in Aries
• It is weakest (debilitated) in Libra