The Sun Tarot card is a beautiful energy card that makes you smile when you see it, no matter which Tarot deck you are using. In the Rider Waite deck, it’s portrayed as a small child on a horse with a flag or blanket waving in the air.
In the background, the card has sunflowers and a beautiful artistic Sun. What does this Tarot card mean though? Is the meaning as happy as the actual picture on the card? You’d better keep on reading to find out…
Let me teach you all you need to know about the Sun Tarot card. Stay plugged in until the end. You’ll really be able to use this to help you learn Tarot.
The Brief History Of The Sun Tarot Card
The history of Tarot cards starts way back in the 1400s when the first deck was created in Italy. Back then, the regular style playing cards were already in existence and being used.
The Tarot game was created as a fun new game that everyone could play. They used artistic paintings or drawings to use on the cards to make them pretty and worth looking at.
The Major Arcana was created for “Trump” cards in the game. The Minor Arcana was modeled after the regular playing card deck with its four suits. For example, Hearts in the playing deck are Cups in the Tarot deck.
The Diamonds are Pentacles, the Clubs are Wands, and, of course, the Spades are Swords.
In the 1800s, the spiritualist movement began. Many people were searching for a way to speak to the dead and read the future. This became known as fortune-telling.
The Tarot cards became used for reading fortunes. You can actually connect with the dead with the cards as well. The Sun Tarot card is a Major Arcana card, which gives the meaning more power.
Let’s now take a look at what the Sun means on a basic level and, then, what it means in other ways.
1. The Basic Definition Of The Sun Tarot Card
The Sun is one of the happiest cards in the Tarot deck. It means pure happiness, family, love, joy, and living life. There is a feeling of success and being triumphant.
The Sun Tarot card means confidence and having the ability to get what you want out of life. You’re on a high and doing well. In a reading, it means that you’re about to have great success that you’ll be thrilled about.
If it’s in a present position it will mean that you’re experiencing this feeling of euphoria right now because something has been put in the right direction for you and now, you’re ready to face the future.
You are able to align with your desires and abilities at this time so whatever you do will go well. You have the “Midas” touch. You can make anything happen.
Everything is out in the open and there are no secrets. You are at this moment, pure truth. Others around you are also being truthful and filled with joy.
You are so happy that you are radiating your joy out to others. People feel fantastic being around you and find you to be quite uplifting.
2. The Sun Tarot Card Definition (Reversed)
Just as with most positive cards that are reversed, the Sun Tarot card has a not-so-happy twist. The reversed meaning of the Sun Tarot card means that you’re not feeling as happy and free as you want to be.
You likely feel a lack of confidence in what you’re doing or even in life in general. Something has caused you to sink down and not hold onto optimism anymore.
The reversed Sun can mean delays or setbacks in your plans which will make you feel frustrated. That’s pretty normal for anyone. You expect things to happen in a timely manner but sometimes other things get in the way.
Don’t take it too hard. If everything is set right, it will happen even if it’s a bit later than what you had hoped for.
Sometimes the Sun Tarot card’s meaning is about self-awareness and it may be telling you that you have work to do on the way you think. When you are unrealistic, things may not come around.
You have to be honest with yourself. Remember that not everything works out exactly as you planned. If you have an unrealistic perception, you will meet walls or complications.
Try to view things realistically and you may still be able to have what you’re after!
3. Love And The Sun Tarot Card (Upright)
When it comes to love, almost everyone feels eager and anxious in a Tarot reading to see what the cards have to say. That being said, getting the Sun Tarot card means that there is happiness in a relationship that makes you feel amazing.
If it’s someone else you’re asking about, then you can give them the good news that everything is going well and there is a positive vibe coming from the card helping enhance the love they feel for a devoted friend or lover.
The upright Sun Tarot card is a very positive sign, no matter what position it happens to be in.
If you pull this card as your card of the day, then it may mean that you’re going to have an amazing day filled with joy and blessings. You’ll feel closer to your partner or your friends.
It may be that you meet someone special on the day you pull the card. You might make a new friend or find something while out shopping that really gives you a positive uplifting.
You’re in a good mood and so your day will go smoothly. Don’t worry too much about any snags along the way, you’ll breeze past them and continue your happy path.
As a single person, your radiance will help you to draw in someone new or pull someone closer. Romance could very well be here for you!
4. Love And The Sun Tarot Card (Reversed)
The reversal of the Sun Tarot card means that at current or coming up, you may experience some staleness in your relationship or feel as though nothing is happening for you as a single person.
It may be that things have become boring with you and your partner so you’re not feeling lively and hopeful anymore about the relationship. If single, then it means you’re bored living without a partner.
Being unsatisfied is an irritation, yes. It can cause you to shut down and not let anyone in. Don’t take love for granted – ever! Try to find ways to spice things up between you and your partner.
You’re not helpless in this matter. You need to find new and creative ways to make your relationship come back to life. Make yourself come back to life as well. Find what excites you so that you are feeling good.
When you feel good, the relationship can get back on track or grow. Being happy with yourself will help you to understand what it takes to make love come and stay in your life.
Seeing this card reversed isn’t a bad thing. It’s a warning for you to do what you need to in order to make things happier. It’s really that simple.
When reading for someone else, you need to be sure that they understand that they have to be happy with themselves to be happy with anyone else.
5. Finances, Job, And Career With The Sun Tarot Card (Upright)
The Sun Tarot card means success with work, finances, and projects. You’re doing well with the path you are on, or you soon will be. You may get really good news about a positive change.
You are optimistic and full of zest. You’re ready to tackle your goals by enhancing your career or starting a brand new one that makes you feel fulfilled.
Your finances may be increasing or you could be getting a bonus. A windfall of money could fall within this category as well, such as winning the lottery or some sort of game.
This isn’t just limited to cash; it could be possessions that you gain. Either way, the upright of the Sun card is really positive energy that allows you to feel you’ve gotten what you wanted.
You may also be able to finally relax after having dealt with hard times or lack of money. Abundance is here or coming up very shortly. Everything feels as though it’s perfectly on track.
6. Finances, Job, And Career With The Sun Tarot Card (Reversed)
The reverse of the Sun Tarot card’s meaning is a bit different. Your attitude may be ruining your future. You may be stubborn, negative, or skeptical. These will cause your good from coming to you.
There may be work situations causing you to feel uneasy. They could even be bad enough to make you want to quit and find another job. If that’s the case, start looking now!
With money, you may have been thinking that you were going to be alright but it turns out that maybe you’re lacking. This would be if you overspent on your checking account or credit card.
A bill suddenly comes in and now you’re sweating. Be realistic about your funds and make sure you’re budgeting everything. Leave a little extra money on your card or account so that if something does come, you’ll be alright.
Try to find a more positive outlook on your life. Find things to be grateful for and run with them. The more optimistic you are, the better your chances at drawing in a better job, career, or financial resources.
You can change things around but you’ve got to find your reason for picking yourself up and finding what you want and/or need instead of dwelling on what isn’t working.
7. The Sun Tarot Card As A Person (Upright)
A person represented by the Sun Tarot card means this person is very positive about life. They are fulfilled with everything in life. They accept their good and are difference makers around others.
This person is someone you admire and want to be like. They know how important life is. They’re focused on success and want to be their very best at all times.
The Sun Tarot card person is confident, extroverted, truthful, happy, and peaceful. If this is someone who is in your life, they want to make you feel good and treat you as special.
If this is you, then you’re someone that others love to be around or confide in. Of course, if you are reading for someone else, then they themselves are the Sun or may have someone around them that wants to influence them.
Really a person who is represented by the Sun Tarot card speaks volumes of how good they are. Can you trust them? YES!!!
How does this person feel about you? They absolutely adore you and think the world of you. They see you as someone they trust and care for very much.
8. The Sun Tarot Card As A Person (Reversed)
The Sun Tarot card in reverse doesn’t describe a person very well. This person has a more negative look at life and in terms of how they may feel about you would be apprehensive.
This person isn’t ready to commit because they are confused or unsure about how they feel. They don’t look at their lives in a Sunshine type of way. They could be paranoid, feeling low, or have negative self-esteem.
The Sun Tarot card person finds it really hard to find the positive side of things sometimes. They feel as though they are in the dark and lonely. This kicks their confidence down.
If this is you, then it’s letting you know that you definitely need to find some joy in your life somehow. Make some changes that will allow you to be happy and optimistic again.
In reading for someone else, it’s letting you know that this person isn’t in a good state of mind or the person they may be asking about is not someone that is good for them.
Think of the person represented as a Sun-shiny type of personality. Reversed may just mean they’re in a bad mood or feeling insignificant temporarily.
It’s nothing to be alarmed about, so don’t worry about it too much. There is always salvation for your life in the Sun. It works that way for them as well.
9. Advice From The Sun Tarot Card In A Reading
The advice that the Sun Tarot card gives is so very beautiful and loving. It is trying to tell you to be confident in yourself. Believe that you are worth it and you will receive all you want.
Accept that you are in control of your own feelings, thoughts, and manifestations. You are the magician in your own life. Stay optimistic.
Yes, hard times reach everyone and so, occasionally, it’s hard to remember how to stay positive but, it’s also true that if you find even the small things to be grateful for, then you’re more likely to rebound faster from your predicament.
Always find your personal truth and stick with it. Motivate yourself to always do your best. Be a better person tomorrow than you were yesterday. That’s how it works.
Keep that flow of abundance in happiness, joy, and love. Even these feelings inspire prosperity financially. When you’re on a natural high, the Universe brings you more gifts.
Be sure you keep the flow of abundance rolling. When it comes to you, share with other people. It could be time, an ear to listen, finances, possessions, or love.
Whatever it is that you help with, it will keep the flow going and thus the freeway of abundance keeps moving!
The reversed Sun Tarot card means that you’re not looking at things clearly. It’s a warning that you need to try to find ways to be more optimistic in your life.
10. The Sun Tarot Card As Feelings
The Sun Tarot card means nothing but AMAZING feelings. The feeling is abundance, prosperity, luck, gratefulness, optimism, excitement, and peace.
The Sun highlights all the good feelings you could possibly have. It’s an awesome card to get.
Of course, if you want to know how someone else is feeling, then it simply means that they are feeling really good and hopeful about where things are headed.
Then the reverse Sun Tarot card will say that the person isn’t feeling good about where things are or where they could go. They’re pessimistic about their feelings.
This person may withhold their true intentions or feelings from you when the card is reversed. Be aware and trust your own intuition when it comes to dealing with others.
11. The Sun Tarot Card Meaning Regarding Children
Children are miraculous new beginnings in our lives. It holds true that they are represented by the Sun Tarot card quite easily. The card typically does have a child on it.
Children are less discriminatory about other people and they tend to be carefree. They trust in their parents to take care of everything while they keep their innocence.
They look at life with optimistic eyes. They have so much hope in their hearts and they want nothing but the best for everyone they care for. They love unconditionally.
If you’ve been hoping to have a child, the Sun Tarot card can actually indicate a new beginning, a birth, or a pregnancy. This is a very positive sign.
In the case where you already have children, then this card is saying everything is good with them.
The reversal of the Sun Tarot card may mean that something is wrong or something is causing your child/children to be less optimistic. It’s worth sitting down and talking to them.
Check-in with your children because the Sun reversed may mean they need some help with their mental or emotional state.
12. Health And The Sun Tarot Card
Clearly, since the Sun Tarot card means wholeness and happiness; it also means vitality. You’re in good health or becoming healthier if you’ve been going through any type of illness.
You have the green light and should be able to do just about anything you want to without your health hindering the process. Yes, there are always things to watch out for.
The Sun Tarot card isn’t affiliated with any certain Zodiac sign, so basically, you should just keep up with your medications, doctor visits, and continue a healthy regimen to stay in excellent condition.
If you’re looking for a good time to have surgery, the Sun card says, yes, it’s the perfect time. When you’re shuffling, ask the cards about a certain date or month.
The Sun says it’s optimal. You might also look into the Sun transits in Astrology, as that will give you good times and optimal days.
Now, if the Sun Tarot card is reversed, then it’s letting you know something isn’t right. You either are ill or may be getting ill soon if you don’t take care of yourself.
You’ve fallen away from your health regimen or haven’t started on one. The card reversed says you need to find your way again before you become ill.
Find a healthy path so that you can get past whatever you’re going through and become that upright healthy card again.
13. The Sun Tarot Card Answer “Yes” Or “No”
The upright Sun Tarot card is clearly going to give you a yes when you’re asking a question. This card is so extremely positive that there is no mistaking the message.
Of course, the reverse of the Sun Tarot card means no. That doesn’t mean it’s final though. It means there is still hope but you’ve got to make the right choices in order to get there.
You have the ability to make it a yes if you have patience and are willing to really work at it. That being said, the card is attempting to help you by pointing out things that are not quite right.
It’s all fixable so in this case, you can do what needs to be done and turn it back into a yes.
14. The Sun Tarot Card In Position
It’s very clear that the Sun Tarot card is a very positive influence, no matter which position it’s in when you’re doing a Tarot card reading. Solo, it’s easy to grasp the meaning.
When you use different spreads, it simply shifts the direction with which the positive energy helps. If the card is in reverse, then it will simply point out what needs to be adjusted.
Again, it’s important to look at all angles of the card so that you get a full understanding of what is going on.
I want to share with you how the three-card spread works and what the Sun Tarot card means in each position. Take a look!
The Sun in Past Position:
In the past, the Sun Tarot card means that recently you had something that happened that made you so very happy. It lets you set yourself on a positive path and gives you hope.
You may have had a new beginning that gave you insight into what you’ll be doing going forward.
In reverse, the Sun card in the recent past would mean that something didn’t quite go as planned and you feel pessimistic about where it may head now.
The Sun in Present Position:
Getting the Sun Tarot card in the present means that you are in a very happy moment right now! You are in the middle of a new beginning or situation that offers you so much joy.
You might have started a new relationship or new job. You’re very excited and hopeful for whatever else can come from this.
The reversed Sun card means that something isn’t quite working as you had hoped it would. You’re feeling nervous, apprehensive, and perhaps are dealing with a low point in your life.
There is still hope even when it’s in reverse. It’s just a heads up or reminder to look for things to be grateful for.
The Sun in Future Position:
Set in the future, the Sun card means that there is something wonderful on the horizon for you. It may be a new job offer, a new job, career, love, friendship, family, or anything that makes you really happy.
If it’s reversed, it may still be coming but it might be delayed. Your negative feeling or attitude could cause it to slow down or even stop. Watch yourself and be sure you’re sticking with the possibilities of success!
As you can see, this spread is pretty to the point and the Sun card in each position is appropriate for what is happening for you or whomever you are reading for at the time.
15. The Lessons The Sun Tarot Card Wants To Teach You
I mentioned the advice that comes from the Sun Tarot card, but what lessons can you learn from the card? Plenty! Stick with me and check them out below:
- Stay focused and positive about what your life is and what it can be.
- Happy vibrations allow you to manifest more love, money, and friendship into your life.
- Growth is important in your life. Learn and love as often as you can.
- Be passionate and optimistic about what you’re doing and what you’re planning.
- Try to be the person that brings a good energetic vibration into any room.
- Always be grateful for the little things or big things in your life.
- Give some light to your darker side.
- Embrace your own destiny and know that you’re meant to succeed.
- Whatever you do, give it your all.
These are some pretty amazing lessons I’d say. As long as you remember who you are and what you’re here for, you cannot fail. Do your best every single day so that you know you have accomplished your goal.
16. Astrology And The Sun Tarot Card
There is no particular Zodiac sign associated with the Sun Tarot card. Naturally, it does go hand in hand with The Sun itself. The Sun sheds light where it is needed.
It makes everything beautiful, light, and helps eliminate the negative. Think about it, when the Sun comes out after a rain, it feels pretty amazing. It helps rainbows form.
The rainbows are a sign that bad times will pass. It makes sense that the Sun has a hand in that. The Sun also helps plants, trees, and animals to thrive and grow.
The Sun provides nutrients to our bodies and love into our hearts. It makes complete sense that it goes perfectly with the actual Sun Tarot card.
Sun transits are important just like any of the other planets. There are places where it moves through at certain times and certain places in someone’s chart.
That will make a huge impact on what is happening. With the Tarot, you get more of an instant answer but the transit will only back that reading up.
The Sun moving through will light up areas that needed a bit of hope, love, or positive thought in someone’s life. Sometimes it helps generate amazing ideas as well as healing. It’s important and the Sun Tarot card is also important.
17. The Sun Tarot Card In Numerology
Just as the Astrological tie is interesting, the Numerology is also exciting. The Roman numeral on the Sun Tarot card is XIX. In English, that translates to 19.
To truly get the meaning out of the number, you would have to do the numerological calculation for it to make sense. The number 19 would be broken down (1+9= 10, then 1+0= 1).
So now we’re back up to number 1. When used, numerologists look at it as 19/1. Just like the Sun Tarot card, the 19/1 shines the light on any other energy that may be surrounding it.
Also, it’s noteworthy to know that the Sun in Astrology is associated with the number one. That means its leadership, inspiration, education, healing, and growth.
Of course, if your actual Life Path Number is also a one, then it means that your purpose in life is to help inspire others with your own talents. This may be with your education or your creativity.
It’s your path to be someone that everyone else looks up to. Be strong, confident, and know you’re worthy of all the success that comes your way! You’re a leader in life so accept it.
Seeing repeating 1’s like 111 or 11:11 can be a message that you’re on the track with what you’re doing. You might not think that’s the case, but you will. This power number helps you balance.
If you’re at a new beginning as per the number one, this is going to help lead you to some pretty amazing times ahead. Your abundance will be endless. Look at it as a gift for all your effort and positive energy put in.
The number one is a very fortunate number. You can even use it as a time frame. It may be the first of a month; it may be one day, one week, one month, or one year. Look to the cards that surround it for more information.
18. When You Keep Pulling The Sun Tarot Card
The Sun card isn’t bad to keep pulling over and over. It’s certainly a very good sign or message that things are about to pick up for you. You’re about to experience abundance in some form.
If you pulled the Sun in reverse again and again, that’s something a bit different. It’s more of a warning that you’re not looking at things clearly. You need to let the light in to tune you up.
You probably need to find a way to make things in your life more attainable and achievable. To do that, you have to try to find things that you feel optimistic about.
The Sun Tarot card in reverse means you’re missing something and need to pay closer attention. Good is coming but you need to do some things that help you to be more positive about it. You may need a little patience.
When it’s upright, it’s a tiding or blessing. When it’s reversed; it’s a warning to make some adjustments and try to be more hopeful about changes. You may need to do something to lift your spirits.
Your mood could definitely either enhance the goodness or decrease it. Be careful with your thoughts. They manifest what comes into your life.
19. Symbols For The Sun Tarot Card
The Sun Tarot card in the Rider Waite deck is depicted with a huge Sun that takes up most of the picture. Underneath are some sunflowers growing tall behind some sort of wall.
The wall isn’t stopping them from receiving the Sunshine’s nutrients or love. They are standing up and are quite perky.
You also see a child on a horse naked and carefree. This child isn’t worried about a thing and is having a blast. There is a flag he’s holding up almost to give you a freedom type of feeling.
It’s a beautiful Tarot card and no matter which deck you are using, it will be quite wonderful to look at. You get an instant positive feeling when you see it and you know something really great is afoot.
When you really look deeply at the card, the symbols are nothing but positive. In fact, some people want to get a Sun Tarot card tattoo. I don’t blame them!
You might just get the whole card tattooed or you can just be symbolic in your own way and get a Sun all by itself. Either way, the meaning is still there.
Whether you’re learning how to be more successful, happy, and positive, or you’re actually feeling this way, the Sun Tarot card tattoo shows your stance in your life.
Read next: The Moon Tarot Card – Your Complete Guide
20. Spirituality And The Sun Tarot Card
The Sun Tarot card means being on track, doing the right thing, and yes… going forward on your spiritual path. You are learning that you can manifest just about anything in your life with your own inner power.
Finding balance, staying optimistic, learning, and growing helps you get to a new level of spiritual balance.
The card lets you know you have an abundance of positive energy that will help you to feel confident in yourself. If the card is reversed, then it’s letting you know the Sun can help you cleanse yourself.
Seeing your path ahead is something that can be done when you are doing your absolute best.
Meditation in the Sun is good for you to cleanse yourself of any negative energy and bring goodness back into you. This is definitely something you should try if you haven’t yet.
The Sun can charge and infuse you with the energy you need to succeed in your life and with your path. It can help reveal anything that you still need to work on.
Accept the beauty that comes with the Sun. If you are asking about your Spiritual path and get The Sun Tarot card, then you should feel very blessed. It’s saying you are on the right path and are doing very well.
If not now, then you soon will be so keep up the good work and don’t change your path. Even if it’s reversed, you can still get back on track and move toward your goals.
I really hope that this guide has helped you to truly understand the meaning behind the Sun Tarot card. You can work with it or you can get answers. It’s all up to you, really.
Reading this card for other people will help lift their spirits and allow them to know that all will be well no matter how it may appear.
May you find energy, inspiration, abundance, love, and great joy in your life! The Sun Tarot card wills it for you!
As always, I wish you all the luck of the Universe!
Your friend and Relationship Astrologer,
Anna Kovach
