The Sun is regarded as the king of the planets. A strong Sun is traditionally associated with confidence, leadership, courage, vitality and recognition, while a weak or afflicted Sun may be associated with lack of confidence, difficulties with authority, reduced recognition and challenges connected with father or government.

For this reason, Sunday is considered an important day for Surya worship, Surya Arghya, mantra chanting, charity, Surya Namaskar, Surya Puja and other traditional remedies for strengthening the Sun.

Why Is Sunday Associated with the Sun?

In Vedic astrology, Sunday is ruled by Surya or Planet Sun.

The Sun traditionally represents:

• Soul and inner self
• Confidence
• Leadership
• Authority
• Father
• Government
• Reputation
• Recognition
• Vitality
• Courage
• Willpower
• Social status

Astroshastra describes the Sun as the king of the planets and associates it with power, leadership, confidence, individuality, father, authority and government.

You can learn more through Planet Sun in Astrology – Significance, Role & Effects.

1. Offer Water to the Rising Sun

One of the simplest and most traditional Sunday remedies is Surya Arghya.

After bathing in the morning, offer water to the rising Sun using a copper vessel.

Astroshastra recommends offering water to the Sun daily in the morning and specifically recommends using a copper vessel with red sandalwood and red flowers.

You may chant:

Om Suryaya Namah

while offering the water.

This simple practice can become a regular Sunday morning spiritual routine.

2. Offer Red Flowers to Surya

Red flowers are traditionally associated with the Sun.

Astroshastra recommends offering red flowers and red sandalwood while offering water to Surya.

The offering can be made respectfully while facing the rising Sun.

3. Use a Copper Vessel for Surya Arghya

Copper is traditionally associated with Planet Sun.

Astroshastra's Sun remedies recommend using copper vessels for Surya Arghya and also include copper among the traditional Sun-related remedial articles.

A copper lota can therefore be used for your Sunday morning Surya Arghya.

4. Chant the Surya Mantra

Mantra chanting is another traditional Sun remedy.

A commonly used mantra is:

Om Suryaya Namah

Astroshastra recommends chanting the Sun mantra 108 times, beginning on Sunday, particularly when performing a remedy for an afflicted Sun.

Regular mantra practice can be combined with Surya Arghya and meditation.

5. Practice Surya Namaskar

Surya Namaskar combines physical movement, breathing and traditional Sun reverence.

Astroshastra recommends Surya Namaskar as a remedy for an afflicted Sun and also describes it as a traditional practice for strengthening solar energy.

For a simple Sunday routine:

Surya Arghya + Surya Mantra + Surya Namaskar

can be followed in the morning.

6. Recite Aditya Hridayam

Aditya Hridayam is traditionally associated with Lord Surya.

Astroshastra recommends reciting the Aditya Hridayam Stotra as one of the traditional practices for strengthening the Sun.

It can be included in a Sunday morning prayer routine along with Surya Arghya.

7. Wear Red on Sunday

Red is traditionally associated with the Sun.

Astroshastra recommends wearing red-coloured clothes as one of the traditional remedies for Planet Sun.

You can choose red or reddish shades for your Sunday clothing, particularly during Surya worship.

8. Respect Your Father

The Sun is traditionally regarded as the significator of father in Vedic astrology.

Astroshastra associates the Sun with father, elders, authority figures and government.

Therefore, respecting one's father, teachers, elders and legitimate authority is traditionally considered an important way of strengthening positive solar qualities.

9. Help the Elderly and Visually Impaired

Traditional Sun remedies include helping people associated with the Sun.

Astroshastra's Sun remedies specifically mention helping blind people. Its Lal Kitab resource also includes service to parents, paternal relatives and certain authority figures among traditional Sun remedies.

A Sunday charity practice can therefore include:

• Helping visually impaired people
• Helping elderly people
• Supporting parents
• Helping someone in need
• Donating food

10. Donate Wheat on Sunday

Wheat is traditionally associated with the Sun.

Astroshastra's current Planetary Daan Service lists:

Wheat – 300 gm

as a Sun-related Daan item.

You can make the donation personally or use Astroshastra's structured Daan service.

11. Donate Jaggery on Sunday

Jaggery or Gur is another traditional Sun-related donation.

Astroshastra currently lists:

Jaggery – 300 gm

along with wheat for Planet Sun Daan.

12. Donate Red Cloth

Red cloth is traditionally associated with Surya.

Astroshastra's Sun resources recommend donating red cloth among traditional Sun remedies.

The donation should preferably be made to a deserving person rather than simply discarded.

13. Donate Copper

Copper is another important Sun-associated article.

Astroshastra's planetary Daan resource lists copper, gold, Ruby, jaggery, ghee, wheat, red cloth and red flowers among traditional articles associated with Sun Daan.

14. Astroshastra Sun Daan Service

If you cannot personally perform the donation, Astroshastra provides a dedicated Planetary Daan Service.

For Planet Sun, the current service lists:

• Wheat – 300 gm
• Jaggery – 300 gm

Astroshastra can perform the planetary Daan on your behalf for selected periods. The current service provides options for 11, 21, 31 or 41 days.

This can be particularly useful for people who live outside India or cannot regularly perform the Daan themselves.

15. Perform Surya Puja

A dedicated Surya Puja is another traditional Sunday remedy.

Astroshastra offers Surya Puja – Puja to Appease Planet Surya, performed by Vedic priests on behalf of the devotee.

The service describes Surya Puja as a traditional ritual seeking blessings for:

• Health
• Vitality
• Prosperity
• Success
• Confidence
• Spiritual illumination
• Relief from adverse planetary influences

Astroshastra also provides the option to submit the devotee's birth details for the Puja.

16. Perform Surya Homa or Surya Abhisheka

Astroshastra's Sun remedies also recommend Surya Homa and Surya Abhisheka as traditional methods of propitiating an afflicted Sun.

These are more elaborate alternatives to simple daily Surya worship.

17. Surya Upasana on Sunday

Astroshastra also provides a dedicated resource on Surya Upasana – Worship of the Sun for Success and Removal of Misfortune.

The traditional procedure described there is performed on Sunday morning before sunrise, facing east and using items including a Surya Yantra, red cloth, rice, vermilion, flowers, incense and a copper vessel.

This can be considered by people looking for a more structured Sun Sadhana.

18. Worship Surya Facing East

The Sun is traditionally associated with the East direction.

Astroshastra's Surya Upasana procedure recommends sitting facing east during the Sunday morning practice.

The East is traditionally associated with sunrise, illumination and the beginning of a new day.

19. Surya Yantra for Sun Remedies

Surya Yantra is one of the principal Astroshastra products associated with Planet Sun.

Explore Surya Yantra – Energized Sun Yantra for Success, Power & Confidence.

Astroshastra describes Surya Yantra as a sacred Vedic Yantra dedicated to Lord Surya and traditionally associated with:

• Confidence
• Leadership
• Vitality
• Success
• Authority
• Career recognition

Sunday is traditionally regarded as the most auspicious day for Surya Yantra worship.

20. Ruby – The Principal Gemstone of the Sun

Ruby or Manikya is traditionally regarded as the principal gemstone of Planet Sun.

Explore Certified Natural Ruby / Manik Gemstone.

Astroshastra associates Ruby with the Sun and describes it as a gemstone traditionally connected with power, authority, confidence, recognition and vitality.

Its Sun remedies recommend wearing Ruby on Sunday after appropriate purification and energisation.

Ruby should not be worn merely because someone is born on Sunday.

Its suitability should ideally be checked from the horoscope.

21. Ruby and the Sun in Vedic Astrology

Astroshastra's Ruby Gemstone Effects – Power of Manik in Astrology explains the traditional astrological connection between Ruby and Surya.

Ruby is traditionally associated with:

• Authority
• Name and fame
• Recognition
• Leadership
• Confidence
• Vitality
• Government-related favour

Astroshastra also cautions that Ruby should be selected appropriately because wearing a gemstone without considering the horoscope may not be suitable for everyone.

22. Twelve Mukhi Rudraksha – Surya Rudraksha

Twelve Mukhi Rudraksha is one of the most important Rudraksha beads associated with the Sun.

Explore Twelve Mukhi Rudraksha – Benefits, Uses & Significance.

Astroshastra identifies the Sun as the ruling planet of Twelve Mukhi Rudraksha and traditionally associates the bead with courage, confidence, authority, vitality and leadership.

The bead is available in different forms, including Nepal and Indonesian beads and silver pendants.

23. One Mukhi Rudraksha and the Sun

Astroshastra also associates One Mukhi Rudraksha with the Sun.

Explore One Mukhi Rudraksha – Benefits, Uses & Significance.

Astroshastra identifies Sun as the ruling planet and Lord Shiva as the ruling deity of the One Mukhi Rudraksha.

The bead is traditionally associated with:

• Confidence
• Authority
• Leadership
• Spiritual awareness
• Inner strength

Astroshastra offers One Mukhi Rudraksha in several sizes and forms, including silver pendants.

24. Surya Ganpati Rudraksha Mala

Astroshastra also offers the Surya Ganpati Rudraksha Mala.

This combination brings together the traditional symbolism of Lord Surya and Lord Ganesha. Astroshastra describes the mala as containing Twelve Mukhi and Eight Mukhi Rudraksha and associates it with strength, prosperity, confidence, wisdom and overcoming obstacles.

This can be particularly relevant for people looking for a combined Sun and Ganesha spiritual remedy.

25. Surya Rudraksha Mala

Another Sun-specific product is the Surya Rudraksha Mala.

Astroshastra describes this mala as a Sun-associated Rudraksha combination centred around Twelve Mukhi Rudraksha.

It is traditionally associated with:

• Confidence
• Vitality
• Courage
• Authority
• Leadership
• Success

26. Surya Narayan Mala

Astroshastra's Rudraksha collection also includes the Surya Narayan Mala, a Sun-related spiritual product listed among its popular Rudraksha malas.

This is another option for people seeking a devotional product connected with Surya Narayan.

27. Surya Power Pendant

Astroshastra's Rudraksha pendant collection includes the Surya Power Pendant.

The current Astroshastra Rudraksha collection lists Surya Power among its Sun-related pendant offerings.

The collection can be explored through Astroshastra Rudraksha Pendants.

28. Sun Pendant with Twelve Mukhi Rudraksha and Ruby

Astroshastra's pendant collection also lists a Sun Pendant combining Twelve Mukhi Rudraksha and Ruby.

This is particularly relevant for people who prefer a combined Sun gemstone + Sun Rudraksha approach.

As with any planetary gemstone combination, horoscope suitability should be considered before wearing Ruby.

29. Sun-Related Astrology Products at Astroshastra

Astroshastra's current Sun product resource lists several traditional Sun remedies, including:

• Ruby Gemstone
• One Mukhi Rudraksha
• Twelve Mukhi Rudraksha
• Surya Yantra
• Copper Pendant
• Surya Kavach
• Copper Bracelet
• Sun Energized Pyramid
• Surya Mantra
• Sunday Charity

This gives visitors several options depending upon whether they prefer Gemstones, Rudraksha, Yantras, spiritual products, Puja or Daan.

30. Copper as a Sun Remedy

Copper is strongly associated with the Sun in traditional astrology.

Astroshastra's Sun remedies recommend:

• Copper vessels
• Copper-related donations
• Copper articles
• Copper nails
• Copper as a traditional metal for Ruby

Using a copper vessel for Surya Arghya is one of the simplest ways to incorporate this traditional association into your Sunday routine.

31. Sunday Fasting

Sunday fasting is another traditional remedy for the Sun.

Astroshastra's Sun resources mention fasting or eating a simple meal on Sundays as a traditional practice for strengthening the Sun.

Different traditions prescribe different fasting rules. Anyone with medical or dietary restrictions should take appropriate professional advice before fasting.

32. Keep a Regular Morning Routine

The Sun represents discipline, vitality and routine.

A Sunday morning routine can therefore include:

Wake before sunrise → Bathe → Surya Arghya → Surya Mantra → Surya Namaskar → Meditation → Breakfast.

The purpose is to cultivate discipline and connection with the symbolic qualities of Surya.

33. Sun Remedies for Career and Authority

The Sun is traditionally associated with:

• Leadership
• Government
• Authority
• Administration
• Management
• Recognition
• Status
• Reputation

Astroshastra states that a strong Sun can support leadership qualities, authority and success in positions of responsibility, while a weak Sun may create difficulties with recognition, career stability or authority figures.

Traditional remedies may therefore be considered when someone has Sun-related concerns in their horoscope.

34. Sun Remedies for Father-Related Issues

The Sun is the natural significator of father in Vedic astrology.

Astroshastra's Sun resources associate the Sun with father and paternal relationships.

Traditional remedies include:

• Respecting father
• Serving parents
• Helping elderly people
• Avoiding disrespect toward authority
• Performing Surya Arghya
• Chanting Surya Mantra
• Performing Surya Puja

35. Sun Remedies for Confidence and Leadership

A weak Sun is traditionally associated with low confidence, lack of recognition and difficulty asserting oneself.

Astroshastra's Sun resources recommend traditional practices such as Surya Arghya, Surya Namaskar, mantra, Ruby where suitable and disciplined conduct.

For people seeking greater confidence and leadership, a consistent morning Sun practice may therefore be more meaningful than relying on a single product.

36. Sun Remedies According to Lal Kitab

Astroshastra also has a dedicated Lal Kitab Remedies for Planet Sun resource.

Traditional remedies mentioned there include:

• Offering water mixed with sugar and a pink flower to the rising Sun
• Serving parents
• Respecting paternal relatives
• Serving government officials or physicians
• Feeding blind people
• Feeding monkeys or cocks
• Donating Sun-related articles
• Performing Yajna on Sunday in certain circumstances

These practices belong specifically to the Lal Kitab tradition and should be understood within that framework.

37. Sunday Remedies According to Daywise Lal Kitab

Astroshastra's Daywise Remedies in Lal Kitab also provides Sunday-specific practices.

It mentions:

• Immersing rice and jaggery in running water
• Eating rice and milk cooked with jaggery
• Immersing a copper coin
• Donating wheat and jaggery wrapped in red cloth

These should be regarded as traditional Lal Kitab practices rather than universal Vedic astrology rules.

38. Sun Remedies Through Herbs

Astroshastra's Herbs for Planets in Astrology includes herbs associated with the Sun.

Its resource mentions Baelmool or Bent root, traditionally tied in pink cloth and used on Sunday around sunrise or during Sun-associated Nakshatras.

This is another traditional approach to planetary remedies.

39. Sun in the Twelve Houses

The Sun's results depend heavily on its house placement.

Astroshastra provides detailed resources covering the effects of Sun in individual houses, including:

Sun in the First House

Sun in the Second House

and additional house-specific resources linked through Astroshastra's Sun content.

This is important because the correct Sun remedy depends upon the actual horoscope rather than the day of the week alone.

40. Sun in the Twelve Zodiac Signs

Astroshastra also provides Sun in the 12 Signs – Effects & Remedies.

Its resource discusses traditional Sun propitiation methods including:

• Surya Namaskar
• Fresh water offering
• Sweet water offering when Sun is heavily afflicted
• Donation of wheat
• Copper
• Jaggery
• Red cloth
• Red flowers
• Red sandalwood
• Saffron

41. Sun in Aries and Its Remedies

Astroshastra also has a dedicated resource on Sun in Aries in 12 Houses.

Traditional remedies mentioned include:

• Offering water to the rising Sun
• Using copper
• Respecting father and authority
• Chanting Surya Mantra
• Donating wheat
• Donating jaggery
• Donating red cloth

This illustrates how Sun remedies can be further personalised according to the Sun's sign and house.

Astroshastra Products for Sunday and Planet Sun

If you are specifically looking for Sun-related products at Astroshastra, the principal products include:

Sun Gemstones

Ruby / Manikya — traditional gemstone of Planet Sun.

Sun Rudraksha

One Mukhi Rudraksha — traditionally associated with Sun.

Twelve Mukhi Rudraksha — directly associated with Lord Surya.

Sun Malas

Surya Ganpati Rudraksha Mala

Surya Rudraksha Mala

Surya Narayan Mala — listed in Astroshastra's Rudraksha collection.

Sun Yantra

Surya Yantra

Sun Pendants

Surya Power Pendant

Sun Pendant with Twelve Mukhi Rudraksha and Ruby

Surya-related Rudraksha Pendants

Astroshastra's current product resources list these among its Sun-related spiritual products.

Astroshastra Sun Puja and Daan Services

For people who prefer a ritual or charity service, Astroshastra provides:

Surya Puja — dedicated worship of Lord Surya.

Planetary Daan Service — Sun Daan using wheat and jaggery.

Planetary Daan Items — traditional Sun-related Daan articles including wheat, jaggery, copper, red cloth and other items.

Online Puja Services — Astroshastra's broader collection of online Vedic Puja services.

Which Sunday Remedy Is Right for You?

There is no single Sun remedy suitable for everyone.

For a simple Sunday routine:

Surya Arghya + Surya Mantra + Surya Namaskar

For charity:

Wheat + Jaggery + Red Cloth + Copper

For a gemstone remedy:

Ruby / Manikya

For a Rudraksha remedy:

One Mukhi or Twelve Mukhi Rudraksha

For a Yantra:

Surya Yantra

For a dedicated ritual:

Surya Puja or Surya Homa

For a structured charity:

Sun Planetary Daan Service

The choice should ideally depend upon the individual's horoscope.

Should Everyone Wear Ruby?

No.

Ruby is traditionally considered the principal gemstone of the Sun, but it should not automatically be worn simply because Sunday is the day of the Sun.

Before selecting Ruby, an astrologer may consider:

• Ascendant
• Sun's house
• Sun's zodiac sign
• Sun's lordship
• Planetary aspects
• Conjunctions
• Sun Mahadasha
• Sun Antardasha
• Overall planetary strength

Astroshastra's Ruby resources also recommend appropriate astrological guidance before wearing the gemstone.

For personalised guidance, Get Your Horoscope Analysed by an Astro Expert.

Sunday is traditionally the day of Lord Surya, making it an important day for strengthening discipline, confidence, vitality, leadership and inner clarity through traditional spiritual practices.

A simple Sunday routine can begin with Surya Arghya, Surya Mantra and Surya Namaskar.

Those looking for additional traditional remedies can consider Ruby, One Mukhi Rudraksha, Twelve Mukhi Rudraksha, Surya Yantra, Surya Ganpati Mala, Surya Rudraksha Mala, Surya Power Pendant, Surya Puja and Sun Daan according to their horoscope and spiritual requirements.

The most important lesson of Surya is not simply wearing a gemstone or performing a ritual. It is also about developing the positive qualities traditionally represented by the Sun:

Confidence.
Truthfulness.
Discipline.
Leadership.
Respect for parents and elders.
Courage.
Responsibility.
Integrity.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which planet rules Sunday?

Sunday is traditionally ruled by Planet Sun or Surya.

2. What is the best Sunday remedy for the Sun?

A simple traditional remedy is to offer water to the rising Sun while chanting Om Suryaya Namah. Surya Namaskar and Sunday charity may also be included.

3. Which gemstone is associated with the Sun?

Ruby or Manikya is traditionally associated with Planet Sun.

4. Which Rudraksha is associated with the Sun?

Astroshastra associates One Mukhi and Twelve Mukhi Rudraksha with the Sun.

5. What should be donated on Sunday?

Traditional Sun-related donations include wheat, jaggery, red cloth, copper and other Sun-associated articles. Astroshastra's current Sun Daan service uses wheat and jaggery.

6. Can I perform Surya Puja online?

Yes. Astroshastra provides an online Surya Puja service performed by priests on behalf of the devotee.

7. What is Surya Yantra?

Surya Yantra is a sacred Yantra dedicated to Lord Surya and is traditionally worshipped for confidence, vitality, authority, leadership and success.

8. Should everyone wear Ruby?

No. Ruby should ideally be selected after analysing the horoscope because strengthening the Sun is not necessarily appropriate for every birth chart.

9. Which Astroshastra products are for Planet Sun?

Astroshastra's current Sun resources include Ruby, One Mukhi Rudraksha, Twelve Mukhi Rudraksha, Surya Yantra, Surya Ganpati Mala, Surya Rudraksha Mala, Surya Narayan Mala, Surya Power Pendant and Sun Pendant with Twelve Mukhi Rudraksha and Ruby.

10. What is Surya Arghya?

Surya Arghya is the traditional practice of offering water to the rising Sun, commonly performed in the morning using a copper vessel.