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The Sun (Tarot card)

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Image:Major 19.jpgThe Sun (XIX) is a Major Arcana Tarot card.

1 Description
2 Interpretation
3 References
4 Trivia
5 External links

[edit] Description

Some frequent keywords are:

Optimism ----- Expansion ----- Being radiant ----- Good feelings

Enlightenment ----- Vitality ----- Innocence ----- Non criticism

Assurance ----- Energy ----- Personal power ----- Happiness

Splendor ----- Brilliance ----- Joy ----- Enthusiasm

An infant rides a white horse under the personified sun, with sunflowers in the background.

The child of life holds a red flag representing the blood of renewal a smiling sun shines down on him represnenting accomplishment

Image:19-XVIIII-Soleil.jpg

[edit] Interpretation

Brilliant. Radiant. Sparkling. So many of our words reflect the power and glory of light. When we turn on the light in a room, we illuminate it so that all the dark corners are visible. When we turn on the light in our minds, we are enlightened. We see clearly and understand the truth. Both within and without, the energy of light expands our limits and makes us shine.

Throughout history, people have honored the Sun as the source of light and warmth. In the myths of many cultures, the Sun is a prominent god - full of vigor and courage. He is the vital energy center that makes life on earth possible. In the tarot the Sun also symbolizes vitality and splendor. The Sun is definitely not a meek and retiring card.

In readings, you will understand Card 19 if you imagine yourself to be a Sun God. How do you think and feel? You have total confidence in yourself. You are not cocky, but profoundly sure of your power. You have unlimited energy and glow with health. You have a greatness about you and stand out brilliantly. Finally, you see and understand all that is happening within your sphere. When you see this card, know that you will be successful at all you undertake. Now is the time to let your light shine. [1]

[edit] References

[1] - The Sun from Learning the Tarot: A Tarot Book for Beginners - Joan Bunning

A. E. Waite's 1910 Pictorial Key to the Tarot

[edit] Trivia

A boss character in House of the Dead III.

[edit] External links

Sun cards from many decks + iconographical articles

Major Arcana
0 The Fool	I The Magician	II The High Priestess	III The Empress	IV The Emperor	V The Hierophant	VI The Lovers	VII The Chariot	VIII Strength	IX The Hermit	X Wheel of Fortune

XI Justice	XII The Hanged Man	XIII Death	XIV Temperance	XV The Devil	XVI The Tower	XVII The Star	XVIII The Moon	XIX The Sun	XX Judgement	XXI The World
Tarot