What Surya Represents
Surya is associated with soul, vitality, authority, the father, government and self-confidence.
Surya is the natural karaka of the 1st house, 9th house and 10th house.
Signs and Dignity of Surya
Surya owns Singh. It is exalted in Mesh (10°) and debilitated in Tula (10°), where the degree shows the point of strongest exaltation or deepest debilitation.
Surya Dasha
In the Vimshottari system the Surya Mahadasha lasts 6 years. Within it, each Antardasha lasts the Mahadasha length multiplied by the years of the Antardasha lord and divided by 120. See Dashas for the full sequence.
Nakshatras Ruled by Surya
Surya rules three Nakshatras, spaced nine apart in the sequence.
- Krittika, Mesh (pada 1) and Vrishabh (padas 2 to 4)
- Uttara Phalguni, Singh (pada 1) and Kanya (padas 2 to 4)
- Uttara Ashadha, Dhanu (pada 1) and Makar (padas 2 to 4)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many years is the Surya Mahadasha?
The Surya Mahadasha lasts 6 years in the Vimshottari system.
Which Nakshatras does Surya rule?
Surya rules Krittika, Uttara Phalguni and Uttara Ashadha.