In short
Sun in Taurus in Vedic astrology: Self-expression slows down; needs to be balanced with patience and material security. Sun stands for self, authority, vitality, soul, father. Taurus carries the themes of stability, value, patience. In this placement the two come together.
Dignity
The ruler of Taurus is Venus. In the natural friendship table Sun counts Venus as an enemy: the guest does not feel fully at home and needs more effort for results.
Nakshatras in Taurus
In Taurus, Sun stands in one of these nakshatras. Which one it is changes the tone of the placement:
- Krittika (padas 2, 3, 4) · ruled by Sun · purification, clarity, and decisive action
- Rohini · ruled by Moon · productivity, abundance, and beauty
- Mrigashira (padas 1, 2) · ruled by Mars · seeking, curiosity, and gentle progress
Which house by ascendant?
If Sun is in Taurus, it falls in this house counted from your ascendant and shows itself in the matters of that area. Click a row to read about the house.
| Ascendant | House | Area |
|---|---|---|
| ♈ Aries ascendant | 2nd house | money, savings, family |
| ♉ Taurus ascendant | 1st house | yourself, your body, your bearing |
| ♊ Gemini ascendant | 12th house | inner world, withdrawal |
| ♋ Cancer ascendant | 11th house | gains, goals, social circle |
| ♌ Leo ascendant | 10th house | career, reputation |
| ♍ Virgo ascendant | 9th house | belief, learning, distant travels |
| ♎ Libra ascendant | 8th house | transformation, shared resources |
| ♏ Scorpio ascendant | 7th house | partnership, relationships |
| ♐ Sagittarius ascendant | 6th house | work order, health, routine |
| ♑ Capricorn ascendant | 5th house | creativity, love, children |
| ♒ Aquarius ascendant | 4th house | home, family, inner peace |
| ♓ Pisces ascendant | 3rd house | communication, courage, close circle |
The Sun period
In the Vimshottari dasha system the Sun major period lasts 6 years. This placement is felt most during the Sun major period and during the Sun sub-periods inside other periods. The app calculates the dates of these periods from your birth details.