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The Sun Tarot Card Meaning: Upright and Reversed Overview

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When it comes to tarot cards, each and every card has its own unique meaning. For example, one card could mean a new love is on the horizon, while another card could mean a job is coming to an end. But this time, we will just focus on the sun tarot card to give you a detailed look into its vast meaning. 

The sun tarot card is part of the major arcana of the deck and holds significant meaning. However, it’s meaning may not be what you think. 

The Sun Tarot Card Meaning

Visual:

To start, when looking at the original art design for the sun tarot card, we find a child. This child is smiling, riding atop a white horse, with sunflowers glowing brightly in the background. Behind this child, the sun shines vividly on top of the surrounding area. There is not a cloud in the sky; everything is at peace.

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When examining the art behind this card, believe it or not, each of these seemingly small elements noted above have meaning. The nakedness of the child, for example, symbolizes innocence and honesty. The white horse, on the other hand, could represent purity, positivity, and strength. The sun in this piece would represent radiance, optimism, and warmth. And lastly, the flowers may represent health, growth, and success. Each of these meanings plays a part in the definition of the card, so it’s always important to analyze each card closely beyond the definition.

To learn more about tarot card meanings, check out our article, “Tarot Card Meanings – An Overview of the Suits” for more information. 

Upright:

Now, when the sun card appears upright, it represents warmth, happiness, and success in one’s life. It is an empowering card that reminds you that you are capable of accomplishing and overcoming anything in your path. You’ve got a pretty good balance going on in your life right now, so keep it up!

Now, if it shows up in regards to your personality, it can point to your optimistic behavior, your natural positive demeanor, or the fact that you lift up those around you. This can shine a light on how you affect those around you and how you move forward in your life with your head held high, which is always a positive trait.

On the other hand, if you have been going through a difficult time in your life, the sun card is there to remind you that there is always light behind the clouds. This card simply means that things will get better. It is overall all about radiance, uplifting, and positive energy, and should always be a card that is welcomed with open arms.

Reversed:

Alternatively, when the sun card appears reversed in a reading, you are being told to awaken your inner child. It’s time to stop focusing so much on work and seriousness, and just be a kid again. You need to let go of your ego and remember the simple pleasures of life again.

With that said, this card can also point to a pessimistic attitude in need of change. You may be in a state of depression, anger, or stuck in a cycle of overthinking. The sun card reminds you that this is only temporary. A lot of times, we aren’t aware we are in this state. Thus, the sun card hopes to shine awareness onto this so that you can get back on your feet. Overall, the reversed sun card is a very positive and insightful card to receive. 

If you’re curious about other reversed tarot card meanings, check out “Reversed Tarot Card Meanings” for additional insight. 

Conclusion:

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In conclusion, whether the sun card appears to you upright or reversed, the sun card tarot meaning is never a negative one. Rather, it can help to direct you, guide you, and empower you more than anything. If you get this bright and radiant card in your reading, consider yourself lucky. It seems you are about to undergo a very positive change, and honestly, what more could you want than that?

For more tarot card overviews and interpretations like this, you can also check out our article, “The Secret Meaning of ‘The Fool’ Card” for more information.

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