The Sun in Vedic Astrology is the spirit and has profound significance in Hinduism as the solar deity, Surya. In Jyotish, the Sun strengthens the native’s identity, goals, willpower, perseverance, self-confidence, and instincts that drive all decisions in life.
Most importantly, the Sun is the ultimate energy source on Earth. Therefore, the Sun is the king of all 9 planets in Jyotish, the Navagraha.
Additionally, the Sun reveals the purpose of the soul and leadership paths. Therefore, this guide explores everything about the planet Sun in Vedic Astrology.
What is Sun in Vedic Astrology?
The Sun or Surya Graha is one of two luminous planets in Jyotish, the other being the Moon. It shapes authority and vitality.
The Sun is the Guru of Lord Hanuman. Surya Dev taught him the nine vidyas, enabling him to play his important role in Lord Rama’s work.
He is such an elegant graha in Jyotish that just his blessings are enough to make an individual invincible in life.
The Sun represents: Soul, Father, Government (Authority), Confidence, Reputation, and inner-strength.
The Sun is the main source of food on Earth. Therefore, no life can be imagined without the Sun. Hence, it represents the father of the native, who provides all the strength, food, and confidence in life.
That is also why in Jyotish, the Sun is the Karaka of the soul or spirit.
Other names of the Sun: Aditya, Arka, Aruna, Bhanu, Bhaskara, Diwakara, Dinakara, Hiranyagarbha, Pusha, Ravi, Surya
Astronomical Details:
Diameter (Ø): 13,91,400 km
Mass: 1.9891×1030 kg
Mean distance from Earth: 14,97,00,000 km (elliptical path)
