Unlock The Secret of Sun

January 21,2026 | Added by: Astro Editorial Team

Nature of the Sun

The Sun, is the king of solar planet and it is called the “Atma Karak” of Kalpurush Kundli. It is also called a form of Lord Vishnu. However, Sun is the father of our solar system.
Sun is the power of light in the sky, the temperature of the earth, the life of the universe, the power of presentation and progress are represented by the sun.
However, Sun is the called “Sakal Shakti ka Adhaar”, his presence means the day and absence means the night. So, this is known as without sun the Srishti is impossible.
The soul in human body and the power of rendering bodily services to others have also been raised to the Sun. Sun is a royal planet provides name, fame, power, authority, and finances as well as egoistic nature.

Is Sun a Malefic Planet?

Some people say Sun is the malefic planet. But it is not a malefic planet. Though it is the “Atma Karak” a very “Satwik Planet”, among other planets. It is considered malefic due to its hot nature otherwise it is not a malefic planet like Rahu, Ketu and Saturn.

A strong Sun basically gives you the power, fame and strong determination lead against all. Otherwise, present the troublesome as well as obstacles in life. Somehow it is also giving an egoistic and jealous nature and aggression leading to self-centred inclinations. On the other hand, a weak Sun can cause a lack of confidence, poor self-expression, and challenging situations regarding authorities.

How Sun Gives Result as per Placement

Sun is also the called “Pitru Karak”. It provides good results in 1st,2nd,3rd,4th,5th,8th,9th,11th and 12th. The 6th, 7th, are bad houses for the Sun. somehow it is considered Sun is not good in 10th house this is because it’s the house Saturn called the Karak of “Karm Sthan”. But Sun gets “Digbali” over here in 10th house.

When Sun is Exalted?

The Sun is exalted in Aries with 10 degrees or in 1st house of the “Kalpurush Kundli” and debilitated in 7th house in Libra rashi with 10 degrees. The Moon, Jupiter and the Mars are the friendly planets to the Sun, Jupiter is the friend of the Sun. Jupiter and Sun are the great friends, whereas the Saturn, Venus, Rahu and Ketu are enemies. Venus is the great enemy of the sun.

Sun & its Nakshatra

The Sun rules on Krittika, Uttara Phalguni, and Uttara Ashadha Nakshatras. Moreover, the role and importance of Sun in astrology is connected as king, government, father and higher authorities, administrative authorities. It rules and affects the heart, brain, head, right eye, chest, and lunges.

Sun Mahadasha

According to the Vedic Astrology, Vimshottari Dasha with all the planets that’s take around 120 years to complete a cycle. Surya Dasha is the third cycle in the dasha that comes just right after Venus Mahadasha. Sun Mahadasha is very small among other planets’ dasha, it is just six years only. It occurs when the Sun is the nearby to the individual’s Nakshatra in Kundli, and it may influence the native’s life.

According to the Vedic Astrology, Vimshottari Dasha with all the planets that’s take around 120 years to complete a cycle. Surya Dasha is the third cycle in the dasha that comes just right after Venus Mahadasha. Sun Mahadasha is very small among other planets’ dasha, it is just six years only. It occurs when the Sun is the nearby to the individual’s Nakshatra in Kundli, and it may influence the native’s life.

The major and minor periods of the Sun may depend on the position of the Sun in the native’s horoscope. Sun Mahadasha may have positive impacts when it is placed in the Aries, Taurus, Leo, Scorpio and Sagittarius signs.

Frequent Asked Questions(FAQs)

According to astrology, a Karana constitutes half of a Tithi (lunar day). Fundamentally, a Karana signifies the angular difference between the Sun and the Moon. There are two Karanas within a single Tithi (or lunar day): one occupies the first half of the Tithi, and the other occupies the second half. In total, there are 11 Karanas, which influence an individual's temperament, destiny, and actions at the time of their birth. Of these 11 Karanas, some are considered auspicious, while others are deemed inauspicious. Consequently, any auspicious undertaking is performed during an auspicious Karana.

Karanas play a significant role in the science of astrology; they also assist in the calculation of Muhurtas (auspicious timings). A Karana corresponds to half the duration of a Tithi (lunar day).

Karanas play a major role in the creation of a Janma Kundali (birth chart). They determine an individual's temperament, fortune, and the success of their daily endeavors. There is a total of 11 types of Karanas; among them, some are classified as Chara (movable) Karanas, while others are known as Sthira (fixed) Karanas. Since two Karanas occur in a day daily, they appear a total of 2 x 30 = 60 times throughout the entire month.

There are a total of 11 Karanas; of these 11, some are Chara (movable) Karanas, and others are Sthira (fixed) Karanas.

Chara means movable; the Chara Karanas are Bava, Balava, Kaulava, Taitila, Gara, Vanija, and Vishti (Bhadra) Karanas.

The names of the Karanas are as follows: Bava, Balava, Kaulava, Taitila, Gara, Vanija, Vishti, Shakuni, Chatushpada, Naga, and Kimstughna.

Out of the total 11 Karanas, 7 are movable (Chara); their names are Bava, Balava, Kaulava, Taitila, Gara, Vanija, and Vishti. The 4 karanas are like Sthira (fixed) Karanas are Shakuni, Chatushpada, Naga, and Kimstughna.

The Vishti Karana is also referred to as the Bhadra Karana. It is the 7th Karana in the sequence. It is not considered an auspicious Karana because the nature of the Vishti Karana is Ugra (fierce or aggressive). The planetary lord of this Karana is Saturn, and its presiding deity is Yamraj.

Bhadra is the daughter of the Sun and the sister of Saturn. According to astrological belief, any task undertaken during the Bhadra Karana inevitably results in obstacles, delays, and struggles. Consequently, no auspicious activities or ceremonies are performed during the Bhadra Karana.

Yes, when a birth chart or Kundali is prepared, it is important to know the Karana under which the person was born.

There are seven Karanas which are very auspicious for any auspicious work. Those auspicious Karanas are Bava, Balava, Kaulava, Taitila, Gara, Vanija, and Kimstughna.

Karana is seen above the longitudes of the Sun and Moon. This is a very important part for finding any auspicious Muhurta. In Vedic Panchang, nothing is complete without Muhurta. That is why in the ancient times, there were great astrologers in the royal court. After preparing all this, they would present it before the king. The main role of Karana is to choose the right auspicious time for auspicious work and to determine the nature, efficiency and mental attitude of the person. Out of the total 11 Karanas, 7 are variable and 4 are fixed Karanas. Some of these are auspicious and some are inauspicious.

Vanija Karana is best for business and trade activities.

Any auspicious work done is done in Sthira Lagna, Sthira Karana. Sthira means fixed. Because Vedic astrology says that doing any auspicious work in Sthira Lagna and Karana gives long and good results. Taitila Karana is considered to be an auspicious and stable Karana of the calendar.

Taitila Karana is best for starting auspicious works, buying new property, taking charge and creative works. People born in this Karana are generally lucky, wealthy and intelligent. Every Karana has some merits and demerits. The nature of this Tatila Karana Jataka can be gentle as well as stubborn. Sometimes it becomes difficult to handle them.

Vishti Karana called Bhadra Karana. This is a malefic Karana which is totally avoid for any auspicious works like griha pravesh, marriage, new business opening, opening ceremony and so on.