Graha in Rashi
Sun in Aries
सूर्य in मेष
Quick Answer
Sun (सूर्य) is exalted in Aries (मेष) — this is the most powerful placement possible. The planet's energy is amplified to its highest potential. Classical texts describe this as the planet being "honored by the king" — operating at peak strength and beneficence.
Sun (Surya)
- Nature
- Malefic (natural)
- Governs
- Soul, ego, father, authority, government, health, vitality
- Element
- Fire
- Gemstone
- Ruby
- Day
- Sunday
- Color
- Orange/Gold
Aries (Mesha)
- Symbol
- Ram
- Element
- fire
- Quality
- cardinal
- Ruler
- Mars
- Devanagari
- मेष
Remedies for Sun
Gemstone: Wear Ruby in the appropriate metal after consulting an astrologer.
Mantra: Chant Surya beej mantra 108 times on Sundays.
Fasting: Observe a fast on Sundays to strengthen Sun.
Charity: Donate items of orange/gold color on Sundays.