19 The Sun
In the traditional deck...
The Sun represents joy, success, vitality, and the pure happiness that comes from authentic self-expression and achievement. This card symbolizes enlightenment, clarity, and the warm energy that nurtures growth and celebration. The Sun brings optimism, confidence, and the kind of radiant positivity that attracts good fortune and inspires others. Unlike the uncertain light of The Moon, The Sun offers clear vision, honest truth, and the energy needed to bring projects to successful completion. This card often appears when you're experiencing or about to experience a period of happiness, recognition, or triumph after working through difficulties. The Sun represents your inner light shining brightly, child-like wonder and playfulness, and the infectious joy that comes from being fully aligned with your authentic self and highest potential.
In the Shakespeare deck...
Rosalind in the Forest of Arden embodies The Sun's radiant energy and ability to bring warmth and joy to everyone around her, even in challenging circumstances. Despite being banished from court and forced to disguise herself as the young man Ganymede, Rosalind maintains her sunny disposition and becomes the heart of the forest community. Her wit, intelligence, and generous spirit create an atmosphere of celebration and possibility wherever she goes. Through her playful manipulation of Orlando's courtship and her wise counsel to other lovers, she demonstrates The Sun's power to illuminate truth through humor and joy rather than serious lectures. Her infectious laughter and clever wordplay transform the forest from a place of exile into a realm of discovery and happiness. Even while navigating complex romantic entanglements and family conflicts, Rosalind's essential brightness never dims, showing how The Sun's energy can sustain hope and create community even in uncertainty.
Interpretation...
When The Sun appears, you're entering or already experiencing a period of clarity, joy, and positive energy that illuminates your path forward. Like Rosalind bringing light and laughter to the Forest of Arden, you have the ability to transform challenging circumstances into opportunities for growth and celebration. This card suggests that your authentic self is shining brightly and attracting the recognition, success, or happiness you deserve. The Sun reminds you that maintaining optimism and generous spirit not only benefits you but creates a positive atmosphere that uplifts everyone around you. This is a time to embrace your natural talents, express yourself freely, and trust that your inner light will guide you toward favorable outcomes. Success and happiness are not only possible but likely when you operate from this sunny, confident energy.
Advice...
Let your authentic self shine brightly without fear or reservation
Maintain optimism and joy even when facing temporary challenges
Use humor and warmth to transform difficult situations into opportunities
Trust that your positive energy attracts favorable outcomes and good people
Celebrate your successes and share your happiness generously with others
Approach problems with playfulness and creativity rather than grim determination
Remember that your inner light has the power to illuminate the path for others too