Grahas
Surya — the Sun in Vedic astrology
Surya is the Sun in Vedic astrology. It signifies the soul, the father, authority, vitality and self-respect. It rules Leo, is exalted in Aries (deepest at 10°) and debilitated in Libra, and its Vimshottari mahadasha lasts 6 years.
| Signifies (karaka) | the soul, the father, authority, vitality and self-respect |
|---|---|
| Rules | Leo |
| Exaltation | Aries (deepest at 10°) |
| Debilitation | Libra |
| Mahadasha | 6 years |
| Nakshatras ruled | Krittika, Uttara Phalguni and Uttara Ashadha |
| Friends | Moon, Mars and Jupiter |
| Neutral | Mercury |
| Enemies | Venus and Saturn |
| Day | Sunday |
| Traditional gemstone | Ruby |
In the Vimshottari dasha the 6-year Surya period is divided into nine antardashas, one for each graha, in the same order as the mahadashas themselves. Anyone whose birth Moon is in Krittika, Uttara Phalguni or Uttara Ashadha begins life in it.
A graha in its own or exalted sign is read as strong and able to deliver what it signifies; in its debilitation, as struggling to — though classical cancellation rules (neecha bhanga) can reverse a debilitation. Its natural friendships, from Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra, decide how it fares in another graha's sign.
Questions
In which sign is Surya exalted?
Aries (deepest at 10°). Its debilitation is the opposite sign, Libra.
How long is the Surya mahadasha?
6 years in the Vimshottari dasha system, out of a 120-year cycle.
Which nakshatras does Surya rule?
Krittika, Uttara Phalguni and Uttara Ashadha — nine nakshatras (120°) apart, one in each third of the zodiac.
Which planets are friends of Surya?
The Moon, Mars and Jupiter. Neutral: Mercury. Enemies: Venus and Saturn. These are the natural (naisargika) relationships of Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra.
What does Surya signify in Vedic astrology?
The soul, the father, authority, vitality and self-respect.
In Plutto
Plutto places all nine grahas in your chart and tells you which one is running your life now. Background: Vedic astrology.
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