Surya in Vedic astrology represents 'atman' or the soul of the kalpurush. The planet when favourably placed bestows upon the native great self-confidence, courage and ability to take initiative. A favourably placed sun means favours from the government and good reputation in the society.

It represents the male energy in astrology and gives leadership quality to the native when favourably placed. An ill-placed sun offers just the opposite of all this.

Surya is capable of producing good results in the four Kendra bhavas as well as the trikona. It is also good in laabh bhava. However, any prediction about an individual can be made only after analysing the horoscope of the native.