The Sun Tarot Card Meaning

Upright, reversed, love, feelings, career and yes-or-no meanings of The Sun.

By Tarot Readers Editorial Team·Updated October 2026✓ Reviewed

Arcana	Major Arcana
Number	XIX
Yes or No	Yes
Upright	joy, success, positivity, vitality
Reversed	temporary sadness, delays, overconfidence, dimmed joy

The Sun Upright Meaning

The Sun is card number XIX of the Major Arcana — the 22 cards that describe life's biggest lessons and turning points. When it appears in a reading, it usually points to a significant theme rather than a passing event.

The Sun is pure positivity: success, warmth, clarity and joy. Things are going your way — enjoy being seen.

The Sun Reversed Meaning

Reversed, The Sun is still positive but dimmed — delays or a temporary dip in confidence.

Reversed cards don't automatically mean something bad — they often point to energy that is blocked, delayed or turned inward. Read our guide to reversed tarot cards.

The Sun in Love & Relationships

In love, The Sun is one of the best cards: a happy, open, loving relationship.

Reversed in a love reading, The Sun suggests the themes above are blocked or out of balance: temporary sadness, delays, overconfidence, dimmed joy.

The Sun as Feelings

As feelings, someone feels happy, warm and genuinely joyful around you.

The Sun in Career & Money

In career, The Sun brings success, recognition and confidence.

Is The Sun a Yes or No Card?

The Sun leans toward yes. Its energy is supportive and forward-moving, so the answer to your question is likely positive — especially when the card appears upright.

Try it now with our free yes or no tarot.