Sun or Surya is the “Leader of all planets”. It is the only graha that is full of energy, enhancing the personal traits of a person. For instance, a strong Sun in your birthchart enhances your leadership skills and courage. It brings you success and fame if it is exalted in your birth chart.   

On the contrary, an afflicted Sun makes you face obstacles in every aspect of life. Wearing a ruby stone is the quickest yet powerful remedy for a weak Sun.     

When the Sun is weak, life may feel uncertain and directionless. But how do you know whether you have a weak Surya in your birth chart?. This blog will help you find the answer to this question and how you can wear the Sun gemstone effortlessly.   

What Happens When the Sun is Weak

In Vedic astrology, each planet is either exalted or afflicted in your birth chart. An afflicted planet means you will be devoid of its blessings, while its exalted position brings you everything. Sun, also the major planet, when afflicted, gives you bad results. Weak sun symptoms include:

• Affected Father-Children relationship 
• Struggle in a Job 
• Obstacles in clearing competitive exams 
• Fame and success don't come easy 
• Health Issues 

These are weak sun signs in astrology, which you can face in your day-to-day activities, but how do you know if this planet is weak in your horoscope? 

How to Know if Sun is Weak in Kundali 

Analysing kundali is essential if you are seeking a powerful remedy for your afflicted planet position. This analysis also tells you which gemstone to wear. To know Weak Surya in your kundali:

• Know your lagan rashi- All those lagan rashis that work opposite to the planet Sun, such as Makar, Vrishabh, or Tula, make the planet weak. If your lagan is an enemy planet of the Sun, like Shani, Rahu, or Ketu, then the planet is also afflicted. In Vedic astrology, only Guru, Mangal, and Budh are the friendly planets of the Sun. When placed with these planets, Surya gives good results. 

Budh+Surya: Budhayitav Yog-The strongest yog in astrology. A person with this yoga gets success and fame in a job. 

Surya+Guru: Best yog that brings knowledge, power, and prosperity

Surya+Mangal: A person with this planetary combination gets a good job in the field of law and education.   

• Placement of Sun in Houses: Sun in the 8th and 12th houses is considered weak. 

Weak Sun Remedies in Astrology 

The powerful remedy for Sun is ruby or Manik stone. To get the best result from Ruby, it should be worn in the right way.   

1. Gem Type: Always go for natural, untreated ruby stone for strong results.
2. Ideal Weight: The Stone should be at least 3.25- 5.25 carats or more so that it gives full energy.  
3. Metal: Craft the ruby stone ring in gold or copper. Finger: Wear it on the ring finger of the right hand for men and the left hand for women. 
4. Day: Sunday is the best day to wear a manik stone.  
5. Time: Wear the ring during sunrise time, better if it is Shukla Paksha days.
6. Mantra: Before wearing, chant “Om Suryaya Namah” 108 times to energize it.

Read more in our blog: Vedic Pooja Process to Wear Ruby

Other Remedies for Weak Sun 

• Offer clean water to Sun
• Respect father and elderly people 
• Donate on Sundays
• Chant Om Suryaya Namah”

Sun Transit 2025 

This sun transit 2025 brings you immense benefits. Read our blog Sun Transit 2025 to know more. Sun's new transit 2025 will occur on 16th November 2025. This planetary movement will take place in Vrishik rashi and will remain for one month.   

Since this zodiac is ruled by the planet Mangal (Mars), which is a friendly planet for the Sun. Surya transit November 2025 is best for Vrischik, Makar, Vrishabh, and Kark zodiacs. In this transit, Leo, Scorpio, and Pisces zodiacs can wear a ruby gemstone to strengthen the Sun. Read More: Why Leo Should Wear Ruby  

In astrology, each planet carries different energies and works differently in influencing various life aspects. To strengthen positive aspects of the planet, one can wear a gemstone. If you are looking for natural and certified gemstones like ruby for the Sun, then Navratan is the best place you can go.