Major Arcana•Number 19•Element: Fire•Astrology: Sun•Hebrew: Resh
The Sun
Joy Vitality Enlightenment Radiant Truth Celebration
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Upright Meaning
Absolute clarity, radiant vitality, child-like joy, creative flourishing, triumphant self-realization.
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Reversed Meaning
Temporary sadness, clouded optimism, delayed celebration, slight burnout.
Archetypal Description
A magnificent golden sun with human countenance beams down upon a joyful, naked child riding a white horse in front of a stone wall topped with blooming sunflowers.
✧ Esoteric Symbolism
The naked child riding without saddle exemplifies innocent mastery and unity with the solar life-force.