XIX☀️The Sun
Major Arcana · Tarot Card Meaning

The Sun Tarot Card Meaning

Upright and reversed meanings, love, career, yes or no, and advice for The Sun.

Also called: the Sun card · Sun tarot · XIX Sun

Upright
joysuccesspositivityvitalityclarity
Reversed
temporary sadnessoverconfidencedelaysdimmed joy
Upright meaning

The Sun Upright

The Sun is one of the happiest cards in the deck. It brings joy, success, warmth and clarity. When it appears, things are going your way. It's a time to celebrate, feel confident and enjoy life. It can also point to children, good health and a big yes to whatever you're asking about.

ArcanaMajor
NumberXIX
ElementFire
AstrologySun
Reversed meaning

The Sun Reversed

Reversed, the Sun is still positive, just a little dimmed. Joy may be delayed or you may be struggling to see the bright side. The light is still there. Look for it.

♥ Love & relationships

The Sun in Love

Upright in love

In love, the Sun brings happiness, warmth and a relationship full of joy. It's a great sign for new love, marriage and family.

Reversed in love

Reversed in love, there may be small clouds or delays, but the outlook is still good.

✦ Career & money

The Sun for Career and Money

At work, the Sun brings success, recognition and achievement. With money, abundance and good fortune.

Quick answer

Is The Sun a Yes or No?

Yes

This card leans toward yes. Its energy is supportive and moving forward, so the answer to a yes or no question is usually a hopeful yes.

Going deeper

Symbolism & Correspondences

The Sun is linked to the Sun itself, the source of light, life and joy. That energy colors everything this card means.

As card number XIX of the Major Arcana, The Sun marks a stage in the Fool's Journey, the story of growth the Major Arcana tells from beginning to end.

The Major Arcana are the 22 big-picture cards of the deck. They show major life lessons, turning points and the bigger forces at work in your story. When a Major Arcana card shows up, pay extra attention: the message is important and often has to do with your soul's growth, not just day-to-day events.

The card's advice
“Let yourself shine and enjoy the good things happening right now.”

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