THE SOUL, AUTHORITY & VITALITY
Surya is the king among the nine grahas — the significator (Atmakaraka) of the soul itself, along with authority, government, father, and vital force. A strong Sun bestows confidence, leadership, good health, and a clear sense of self.
Sanskrit Name
Surya
Type
Malefic
Gender
Male
Guna
Sattvic
Element
Fire
Direction
East
Metal
Copper
Day
Sunday
Astrological Attributes
- Own Sign(s)
- Leo
- Exaltation
- Aries (10°)
- Debilitation
- Libra (10°)
- Moolatrikona
- Leo (0°–20°)
- Friendly Signs
- Moon, Mars, Jupiter
- Neutral Signs
- Mercury
- Enemy Signs
- Venus, Saturn
- Karaka (Signifies)
- Soul, father, authority, government, vitality
- Gemstone
- Ruby (Manik)
- Mantra
- Om Suryaya Namah
Key Significations
- Soul & self-identity
- Father & paternal figures
- Authority & government
- Vitality & physical health
- Confidence & leadership
- Public standing
Effects
Strong: Bestows confidence, leadership ability, good health, government favor, and a dignified, respected presence.
Weak: May cause low self-esteem, poor vitality, strained relations with authority or father, and difficulty asserting oneself.
Afflicted: Can bring ego conflicts, health issues (especially heart, eyes, bones), disputes with government or father figures, and arrogance or its opposite, timidity.
Placement Results (By House)
1st House: Strong personality, good vitality, natural authority, may be egotistical.
2nd House: Speaks with authority, family pride, income tied to government or authority figures.
3rd House: Courageous, dominant over siblings, strong self-effort and initiative.
4th House: Tension with mother or domestic authority, pride in property, patriotic.
5th House: Strong-willed children, sharp intellect, good with speculation, ego in romance.
6th House: Victory over enemies and disputes, strong constitution, good at service/competition.
7th House: Dominant or authoritative spouse/partner, ego friction in partnerships.
8th House: Interest in hidden/occult matters, sudden changes tied to authority, needs care with vitality.
9th House: Strong sense of dharma, respected father, fortunate through authority figures.
10th House: Excellent for career, status, and public recognition — Sun's natural house.
11th House: Gains through authority and government, influential elder siblings/friends.
12th House: Father may live/work abroad, spiritual authority, needs conscious humility.
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