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Jupiter

The great teacher and benefactor - Guru or Brihaspati

Core Nature

Wisdom
Expansion
Knowledge
Grace
Prosperity

Jupiter is the greatest benefic - the planet of wisdom, expansion, grace, and good fortune. Known as Guru (teacher) or Brihaspati (lord of prayers), Jupiter represents the higher mind, philosophy, spirituality, and our capacity for growth and abundance. It is the planet of dharma and righteousness.

Key Characteristics:

  • Great Benefic: Natural bringer of good fortune
  • Karaka of Children: Primary significator for progeny
  • Spiritual Teacher: Guides us toward wisdom and growth

Wisdom & Expansion

Strong Jupiter

  • Wisdom and good judgment
  • Optimism and positivity
  • Good fortune and blessings
  • Spiritual inclination
  • Generosity and kindness
  • Higher education success
  • Ethical behavior
  • Natural teaching ability

Weak Jupiter

  • Lack of wisdom or judgment
  • Pessimism
  • Financial difficulties
  • Educational obstacles
  • Selfishness or greed
  • Health issues (obesity, liver)
  • Children-related challenges
  • Loss of faith

Professional Domains

Career Fields:

Education & Wisdom

  • Teaching and professorship
  • Religious leadership
  • Philosophy and theology
  • Publishing and academia

Law & Justice

  • Judges and lawyers
  • Legal advisors
  • Policy making
  • Ethics consulting

Finance & Counseling

  • Financial advising
  • Banking and wealth management
  • Life coaching
  • Counseling and guidance

Leadership & Service

  • Government positions
  • Diplomatic service
  • Non-profit leadership
  • Social work

Jupiter in Your Chart

Exalted Jupiter (Cancer 5°)

  • Exceptional wisdom
  • Natural compassion
  • Great fortune
  • Strong family values
  • Protective nature

Debilitated Jupiter (Capricorn 5°)

  • Overly materialistic
  • Lack of faith
  • Difficulty with expansion
  • Delayed blessings
  • Need for hard work

Own Signs:

  • Sagittarius: Philosophy, higher learning, adventure
  • Pisces: Spirituality, compassion, universal love

Significations

People Represented:

Teachers, gurus, priests, judges, advisors, children, husband (in female chart), grandparents, ministers, wealthy people, philosophers

Physical Significations:

Liver, hips, thighs, fat tissue, arterial system, growth processes

Life Areas:

Education, children, marriage, wealth, religion, dharma, wisdom, expansion, grace, luck

Remedies & Practices

Study Sacred Texts: Read scriptures, philosophy, or spiritual literature
Mantra: Om Guruve Namaha or Om Brihaspate Namaha
Donations: Yellow items, books, gold, or help educators on Thursdays
Gemstone: Yellow Sapphire (after consultation)
Service: Teach, guide, or mentor others; respect teachers and elders
Worship: Banana trees, peepal trees, or visit temples on Thursdays

Working With Jupiter Energy

Jupiter energy is cultivated through learning, teaching, and expanding your consciousness. Practice gratitude, generosity, and ethical behavior. Seek wisdom through study and life experience. Maintain optimism while staying grounded in reality. Jupiter rewards those who follow dharma (righteousness) and share their blessings with others.