What does The Sun tarot card mean?

Co-authored by Stina Garbis and Sophia Latorre

Last Updated: April 25, 2022 References

Did you just draw The Sun tarot card? We’re here to explain everything you need to know about The Sun card, also called “Le Soleil.” In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through what The Sun card means, both upright and reversed, for your love, relationships, money, career, health, spirituality, and more.

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The Sun Card Overview

The Sun is the 19th Major Arcana card and represents life, energy, and joy. This card is a sign of good fortune. On the traditional Rider-Waite tarot deck, this bright, vibrant card features a large sun, which signifies life and vitality. The card depicts a naked child sitting on a white horse, both of which signify innocence and purity. There are also 4 sunflowers on the card to represent the 4 suits of the Minor Arcana.^{[1]
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- Sign: sun
- Element: fire
- The Sun is the symbol of Apollo, the Olympian god of sun and light.
- There are 22 Major Arcana cards and 56 Minor Arcana cards in a tarot deck. There are many different decks to choose from, each with different images, that you can browse here.

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The Sun Card Upright

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General Meaning The Sun card is a sign of positivity and success. Things are going well for you in all aspects of your life, so don’t be afraid to take risks and go after what you want. This card is also a sign of rebirth, and you may be making positive changes that will lead to a whole new you.
- The Sun card upright signifies optimism, good health, success, enjoyment, freedom, warmth, and fun.
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Love & Relationships The Sun card in love is an indicator of a fun, passionate romance. If you have a partner, you may experience intense love and connection that you’ve never felt before. If you’re single, a relationship with someone special might very well be on the horizon.^{[2]
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- The Sun card may also be an indicator of pregnancy.
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Money & Career If you drew The Sun card, expect success with your finances and work life. You may land a job or promotion you’ve been hoping for or be presented with a great opportunity. The Sun is the tarot card of abundance, so your latest money-making venture is likely to be a win!
- If you're going through a tough time financially or with your work life, take The Sun card as a sign that things are about to improve.
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Health & Spirituality The Sun card is a sign of great health and wellness. Use the positive energy of this card to embrace healthy habits and nourish your body. The Sun card represents spiritual enlightenment as the sun illuminates the way forward. If you’ve been struggling with philosophy or faith, expect a breakthrough.^{[3]
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- Embrace the joy of your spiritual journey and know that everything will work out if your favor.

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The Sun Card Reversed

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General Meaning The Sun card reversed is still a positive card, but the orientation means that something is holding you back from the joy and success you seek.^{[4]
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- The Sun card reversed signifies pessimism, negativity, lack of enthusiasm, boredom, and feeling down or depressed.
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Love & Relationships If you draw this card reversed, it’s a sign that your love life isn’t going as well as you hoped. Don’t despair, though! Whether you’re missing the spark with your partner or aren’t seeing eye to eye, things can be fixed. Take a step back and remember why you fell for them in the first place. If you’re single but looking for a relationship, don’t put too much pressure on yourself. Just be you and the right person will come along.
- The Sun card can also mean you're being overly optimistic. Make sure you're being honest with yourself and your partner about where your relationship stands. If you're single, think about whether your expectations for a partner and relationship are realistic.
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Money & Career The Sun card reversed indicates you may be experiencing financial hardships or trouble with your career. Take a look at your budget and investments and ensure you’re making the best possible decisions for your future. Take practical steps to reach your career goals and maintain your focus so you can achieve all that you dream of.
- If you're feeling overworked, underappreciated, or underpaid, take action to find a solution by bringing up your concerns with your manager or supervisor.
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Health & Spirituality The Sun card reversed indicates that you may be worrying too much about your health. Whether you’re feeling anxious about potential health issues or are currently dealing with an illness or injury, keep a positive mindset to support your wellness and recovery.^{[5]
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- Instead of letting your worries and doubts overwhelm you, cast them aside and have faith in yourself and your journey.

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Does The Sun card mean yes or no?

The Sun card means “yes.” If you asked a yes or no question and drew The Sun card from your tarot deck, the answer is a definite yes.^{[6]
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- To learn more about interpreting tarot cards, pick up a guidebook.