The Sun
Keywords · Upright
Keywords · Reversed
Upright
The Sun is among the brightest and happiest cards of the tarot, promising success, the joy of living, and a deep inner clarity. It signals that truth is coming to light and that vitality, confidence, and fruitful effort define the present moment. What was hidden becomes visible, and life is to be celebrated in all its warmth.
Reversed
Reversed, the Sun still shines, yet its light is dimmed by clouds: joy and success are near but delayed or not yet fully felt. Inflated optimism, a passing low mood, or self-doubt can cloud the brilliance. It is an invitation to recover your inner radiance and not be deceived by temporary shadows.
Love
In love, the Sun promises happiness, warmth, and a sincere, sunlit connection; relationships blossom openly and joyfully. Reversed, there may be a passing chill or an overly rosy picture that needs honest clarity.
Career
In career, the Sun stands for visible success, recognition, and the flourishing of projects under the most favorable conditions. Reversed, success is within reach but delayed, or enthusiasm leads to inflated expectations.
Health
For health, the Sun is a highly positive sign of vitality, recovery, and robust well-being. Reversed, it points to temporary fatigue or the need to gently rebuild your energy.
Symbolism
A naked child rides carefree on a white horse before a wall of sunflowers, while a radiant sun with a human face beams down from the sky. The child embodies pure, innocent joy, the white horse unbroken life-force, and the sun bestows all-encompassing truth and enlightenment.
Numerology
The number 19 reduces to 1 (1+9=10, 1+0=1), uniting completion with a radiant new beginning, so the Sun marks the joyful culmination after the trials of the Moon and the Tower.