Surya - Creator or father of all Bhutas
One of the name of Sun or the sun planet is Aditya i.e. first born. It is also called Bhutasya Jatah. Bhutas are objects and ingredients from which objects assume form.
Sun is regarded as a malefic planet. In fact is is an auspicious planet. Sun's friendship with Jupiter is sattvik i.e. pure. Jupiter is the teacher of the Sun.
Sun's relationship with Moon is rajasic and with Mars it is tamasic.
Alternative Name |
Surya (Vedic Mythology) |
Planetary Ruler |
Leo |
Sidereal Ruler |
Gemini |
Represented by |
Apollo; the god of light (Roman Mythology) |
Associated Day |
Sunday |
In Chinese Astrology |
Represents Yang; the active, assertive masculine life principle. |
In Indian Astrology |
Represents soul |
Related Gemstones |
Ruby |
Related Metal |
Gold |
In numerology |
Rules number 1 |
Sun gives us the power of resistance and immunity. It is responsible for the body's constitution. It gives life force, the power of will, prosperity, intellect, brilliance, success in worldly affairs, personal contact, wealth, activity, cheerfulness, good fortune, wisdom, ambition, fame, and the knowledge of medicine. |
