The Sun in the Signs and Houses

The Sun

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Keywords: Power Vitality and Self-Expression

Symbol: ☉

Element: Fire

Mode of Expression: Fixed

Sign Ruled: Leo ♌︎

House Ruled: 5th house 

The Symbol for the Sun ☉

The astrological symbol for the Sun, known as the "Circle of Spirit," signifies the boundless potential of spirit. The central dot represents the initial spark or the light within every cell. Metaphorically, the Sun's symbol embodies the eternal self. The Sun signifies the creative principle and is the source of power and self-expression. It is the most influential element in the horoscope. The Sun's position, including its house and sign placement, reveals the most genuine underlying self.

The Sun in the  Physical Body 

The part of the body ruled by the Sun and the sign Leo is the heart, the back, the spine, the vitality, the body heat, and the elimination of waste through sweat.   The heart, is the body's central organ.  It is the place of consistent electrical impulses and represents our vital core.  It is the primary organ and a critical part of the body, deeply connected to the essential core of our being.  Without the energy of the Sun, we would be unable to survive in our body or in the world.  This is synonymous with the Sun in the our solar system, 

The Sun in the Horoscope Chart

The Sun,  is the natural ruler of Leo and the 5th house of the horoscope wheel.  It  is the most potent consideration in a horoscope chart.  The Sun represents our vital core.  It represents our personality, and the way we express ourselves to the world.  The Sun represents our conscious and objective selves.    In a horoscope chart the Sun reflects the inner desires of the individual from their very core.  The sign and house placement of the Sun expresses the personality.  The position of the Sun in the horoscope can show an individual's capacity for leadership.  A well placed Sun or strong Leo energy can manifest as an ability for leadership and indicates the person's ability to follow the dictates of the heart.  On the other hand, challenges to the Sun in the horoscope can manifest as a tendency for self-centeredness and a resistance to change.

In a personal horoscope, the sign and house position of the Sun is the essential factor in identifying the conscious personality of an individual.  A person born with a harmonious Leo or Sun or a strong 5^th house can show the capacity and potential for leadership, and indicates great creativity.  They express the will to give their gifts to others, and their creative expressions of the self will come "straight from the heart."  

In Mundane Astrology

In mundane astrology, the Sun represents our world leaders.  The president, the Prime Minister, the Monarchy, Aristocracy, Magistrates, Judges and all persons in authority or with distinction, such as Cabinet Members, Ministers and the like. It also represents public heroes and national champions. 

The Sun in the Signs

The Sun in Aries Mar 21 - Apr 19

Aries individuals are true pioneers of the zodiac. They are assertive, passionate people with the ability to assert their ideas and then defend them from attack by others if needed. Aries Sun people are good at taking the initiative and starting new projects. They are courageous people who often have a strong awareness of their environment. There is a naturally penetrative quality about their nature and a natural ability to survive under adversity. If Aries Sun people perceive themselves to be under attack, they will defend themselves with abandon. For these reasons, others can see Aries individuals as aggressive, angry, and cruel, especially if their ideas fall under too much criticism or they feel provoked. They are incredibly loyal to their causes and those they love, and they will defend them to the death if necessary.

The Sun in Taurus

Apr 20 - May 20

The Sun in Taurus indicates an ability to materialize resources.  They are stable, strong, and reliable individuals.  Taureans are good at utilizing the resources of the Earth.  Consequently, they often excel in cooking, and they are usually good gardeners.  Taurus individuals have a talent for materializing wealth and accumulating possessions.  The fixed nature of the sign shows a tendency for stability and strength; however, when under pressure, they can be possessive and express themselves with stubbornness.  They are sensual people who enjoy indulging the senses and appealingly expressing themselves.  The biblical quote "Be fruitful and multiply" is an appropriate quote for the sign of Taurus.

The Sun in Gemini

May 21 - Jun 21

The Sun in Gemini shows a strong ability to communicate and expand awareness.  Gemini individuals have a flexible attitude and a versatile mind.  They often enjoy reading, and they are skilled at talking, communicating, and expressing their ideas verbally and in written form.  They are often seen talking on the phone, taking short trips, and participating in educational activities.  They have a desire to stay informed about what is happening in their local community, and there can be increased involvement with siblings.  Gemini people usually have an innate ability to understand the power of the spoken or written word deeply.   

The Sun in Cancer

Jun 22 - Jul 22

The Sun in the sign of Cancer characterizes an urge to nurture and protect others.  Cancer is the natural ruler of the 4th house of home, family, and heritage.  They often have a maternal nature, and the need to nurture and protect motivates them.  Cancer people have a sensitive, receptive, and sentimental personality, and they are usually found working in areas that involve the family, the home, or children.  Cancers can sense the needs of the moment, despite elements of fluctuation and change.  They have intuitive responses to the needs of others.  Their family is critical to them, and they are good providers for their family.

The Sun in Leo

Jul 23 - Aug 22

The Sun in Leo is a powerful position for the Sun because the Sun is the natural ruler of this sign. An urge for creative self-expression characterizes Leo individuals. They have a dignified, proud, and generous nature. These individuals have a dramatic and often ingenious response to life situations. For Leo Sun people, life can feel like a stage for them to act out their creative ideas in an individualistic and often dramatic fashion. Leo people are often attracted to the theatre, where they can express their nature in a wholehearted way. They will often seek work in the creative arts industry or work involving speculation or in some artistic manner. They enjoy and excel in all forms of entertainment, including recreation and leisure activities. They take pride in their children and recognize that they are the ultimate creation.

The Sun in Virgo

Aug 23 - Sep 22

Virgo individuals usually have a detailed and analytical approach to life. They can see the details in any situation, and their response is often an analytical one that takes into consideration all the features of any problem. When under pressure, they can become overly critical. Therefore, a strong understanding of the difference between analyzing a situation and criticizing it will be an essential life lesson for them. Virgos have excellent attention to detail and the ability to work selflessly towards any goal. They may work in agriculture, as a merchant, or in work that requires excellent attention to detail. They gravitate to subjects of self-improvement and intelligence, and they express their ideas with humility.

The Sun in Libra

Sep 23 - Oct 23

Libra individuals tend to express their nature in a diplomatic and harmonious manner. Their ability for diplomacy makes them natural negotiators. Libras can remain powerfully calm and objective when negotiating agreements. For these reasons, they are skilled at establishing relationships of all kinds. They have an artistic nature and a desire for beautiful and harmonious surroundings. They seek balance and harmony in the world, and when there is injustice or unfairness, they will not hesitate to take action to create more balance and solve problems. Libra people enjoy relating to others and are attracted to marriage and partnerships. Their ability for diplomacy makes them good business partners.

The Sun in Scorpio

Oct 24 - Nov 22 

The Sun in Scorpio creates an intense focus and an urge to go beneath the surface of situations.  Scorpios often have insight and awareness into the resources of others, and they are often called upon to manage the resources of other people.  They have an intense and passionate approach to situations and people in their life.  Scorpio natives are many things, but casual is not one of them.  They make good research scientists and detectives because of their ability to dig deep to identify facts that hide from view.  Sun in Scorpio individuals are mysterious.  They are adept at using their psychic abilities to identify problems that need solutions long before others even recognize the problems.

The Sun in Sagitarrius

Nov 23 - Dec 21

With the Sun in Sagittarius, there can be an urge to learn and obtain a depth of knowledge in whatever field attracts them.  They have a free-ranging spirit and a guiding purpose that allows them to assimilate knowledge and gain from their experiences.  They can find themselves involved in foreign travel or interaction with people from foreign countries.  They are known for having an optimistic and philosophical attitude that allows them to make the most of their ability to improve life.  They have strong religious or philosophical beliefs or surround themselves with those who do.  Alternatively, they can have contact with people from foreign countries.  They are attracted to philosophy, religion, higher education such as the study of law or medicine, or professions that require higher education and an ethical approach to their practice. 

The Sun in Capricorn

Dec 22 - Jan 19

Sun in Capricorn people often have a cautious and practical approach to life situations.  They have natural executive abilities and often find themselves more successful in their careers than they thought they would be.  The Sun in Capricorns often shows a desire and skill in their ability to create structure, exercise ambition, and conquer fear while climbing the ladder of success.  Capricorns are responsible people who can progress toward their goals in a slow but patient manner.  They are seldom reckless in the expression of their ideas.  Capricorn Sun people often find themselves in positions of authority because of their ability for hard work.  They can express patience in their ability to solve problems they encounter while moving toward their goals. 

The Sun in Aquarius

Jan 20 - Feb 18

Individuals born with the Sun in Aquarius are typically independent and express themselves in diverse and unique ways. They are inherently inventive. They are often recognized for their distinct personalities. These individuals often have a strong urge to convey their eclectic ideas, even when faced with pressure to conform to traditional methods. Aquarians frequently set goals that benefit society and look for ways to share their ideas widely through groups. In friendships, they are known to be loyal and sincere, provided their personal freedom is respected. They are often drawn to ideas and topics that are unusual, revolutionary, or unconventional. There is often an interest in joining clubs, lodges, and societies. In love, they can be steadfastly faithful, yet there is a certain detachment and lack of emotionality in their demeanor. In partnerships, it is crucial for their partner to understand their need for freedom to explore their intellectual pursuits and to allow them to engage with groups or societies they resonate with. Sometimes, they may exhibit a strong rebellious streak and seek drastic and occasionally shocking solutions to societal issues they perceive as wrong.

The Sun in Pisces

Feb 19 - Mar 20 

People born with the Sun in Pisces have sensitive, intuitive, and expansive personalities.  There is a tendency to fluctuate between extremes of happiness and sadness.  Pisces is the most sensitive of all the water signs.  They can reflect what they see to others; and, they tend to depend on others to provide support and structure in their personal lives.  Pisces Sun people are notably impressionable, which can be a double-edged sword.  At its best, this impressionability gives them the ability to receive information from unseen sources and without rational thought.  They are capable of inspirational work that can be applied to work in the material world.  In love, they can be intensely emotional and can get lost in an ecstatic dream.  They are poetical in their nature and lyrical in their love relationships.

The Sun in the Houses

The Sun in 1st House

The Sun in the first house shows a generous nature and an ability to present themselves in an independent and confident manner.  There is a desire to seek positions of leadership and to develop better approaches to situations they find problematic.  This placement has a tendency to dominate, especially when under adversity, as a need to control outcomes. 

The Sun in 2nd House

The Sun in the 2nd house shows a willingness to develop their sense of self-worth.  There is a desire for empowerment through personal possessions, talents, or money.  Money comes and goes easily.  They are generous and ambitious, but they must be careful of becoming possessive with things and people.

The Sun in 3rd House

With the Sun in the 3rd house, there is a desire for knowledge and developing a conscious mind.  These people enjoy seeking understanding through knowledge.  They are often creative, accomplished, and self-reliant individuals, but they can lack patience and make mistakes due to rushing through their ideas.  There can be misunderstandings with relatives and neighbors.  They enjoy communicating with others and often have a talent for writing. 

The Sun in 4th House

With the Sun in the 4th house, there is a desire to build strong inner foundations.  This house is a sensitive position for the Sun, and when life becomes too difficult for them, they will have a desire to retreat from society.  The influence of the Mother or a maternal personality in their life can be strong for good or ill.  They often take pride in their home.

The Sun in 5th House

People born with the Sun in the 5th house have a desire to share their creativity with others. They are often interested in all types of creative expressions, such as sports, books, acting, and playing games. They need to seek happiness in life and express their creativity. They enjoy participating in activities that give them pleasure, and they are often motivated to find ways of giving joy to others.

The Sun in 6th House

The Sun in the 6th house shows a desire to improve health and seek relationships with others by being of service.  They are faithful and conscientious employees, and they take pride in their achievements at work.  Though they make good administrators, they often prefer to be employees.  Under stress, they can experience elements of self-pity and can demonstrate hypochondriac tendencies. 

The Sun in 7th House

With the Sun in the 7th house, there is a desire to interact with others.  They can adjust to the demands of others.  They also put the needs of their partner before their own needs.  There is a desire to be part of a family or connected to other people in general.  They are good arbitrators.  Marriage for these individuals often requires learning about how to relate on an equal basis.

The Sun in 8th House

The Sun in the 8th house shows a vital desire to transform the ego through the sharing of personal resources on an equal basis. There can be a desire to be taken care of by others. The emotions are stable and not usually portrayed outwardly. There is often a drive for self-improvement. There are often steady finances with the possibility of inheriting the resources of others. The Sun in the 8th house also indicates a deep interest in the mystical, occult, or psychic realm.

The Sun in 9th House

The Sun in the 9th house shows a desire to understand, live by, and accept a higher ideal or philosophy.  Not taking things at face value, they can insist on scientific proof.  These individuals are far-seeing thinkers.  They have high ideals and are tolerant of the viewpoints of others.  They have a quest for truth and wisdom and a love of travel with an aptitude for foreign languages. 

The Sun in 10th House

The Sun in the 10th house shows an emphasis on the career arena. This position is considered to be one of the best placements for the Sun. In some instances, the Sun in this position can bring fame, glory, and great success. Additionally, the Sun in the 10th house can indicate a successful father, who may occupy a position of authority or become a public figure in some manner. Their need for self-assurance can be strongly connected with how other people view them. Therefore, they may make their career their first priority in life. They can become a model for the community, which is another means of finding acceptance from the masses, which can be a powerful motivating force for them.

The Sun in 11th House

Sun in the 11th house shows a willingness to participate and associate with groups of like-minded individuals and seek ideas that benefit the group.  They can make friends and often find themselves in group activities for these reasons.  Under stress, there can be a desire to seek their own goals despite the wishes of the group, which can be a problem if they relate in ways that are too authoritarian.

The Sun in 12th House

People born with the Sun in the 12th house have a natural desire to serve others.  They have an innate understanding of the oneness of life and a strong desire to retreat from the harsh realities of the world.  They are capable of establishing empathy with sick or mentally disturbed people, which allows them to become good doctors or nurses.  Their sensitive nature often leads them toward intuitive and spiritual experiences.