Rider Waite Card Meaning - The Sun

IXX - The Sun - Desires Attained

A child riding a white horse under the magnificence of the sun in a garden of sunflowers evokes sentiments of innocence, purity and joy. An allusion intended by Waite in his depiction of The Sun is “the consciousness in the spirit,” which he contrasts to the dim reflected light of the moon. In the sun’s light is the full illumination of total awareness, lived with the open heart and innocence of a child.

The meaning of this card is favorable, promising happiness, true love, prosperity and a deep sense of inner freedom that allows for the full enjoyment and appreciation of the blessings realized. This card signals wishes coming true.

Reversed, brings some measure of success with the questioner dissatisfied, not fully appreciating what good tidings have come. Reorganizing plans may be necessary to gain greater achievement.