Feb 24
In astrology Jupiter represents abundance, good luck and higher learning. The planet of broader purpose and long-distance travel is associated with Zeus, the King of the Gods in mythology. Jovian dominant natives are typically idealistic, generous and lighthearted. On the downside, Jupiter may represent blind optimism, excess and overindulgence. Jupiter serves as the guardian of the abstract mind, helping us to formulate our personal ideologies while simultaneously governing over religion and philosophy.
Jupiter is seen as one of the great benefic planets of the heavens, bestowing a layer of fortune and confidence to any planet that it aspects. The benevolent planet dictates the laws that shape our society. Based on sign and house placement in the birth chart Jupiter reveals what is available to us to teach to others and to whom we are responsible for teaching it to. Jupiter’s placement also shows a native’s comfort level when it comes to taking a gamble or a risk. To a certain degree our flaws are exposed by Jupiter, as its overly optimistic nature may lead to blind spots in our identity.
Jupiter embraces learning lessons based on experiences, with a focus on self-development and visionary quests that lead to expansion. The house placement of Jupiter shows where we feel the most loud and proud and where we tend to excel naturally and with ease. Jupiter also rules philandering and promiscuous urges and awakens a thirst for wanderlust in the erotic sense- think of Zeus & his sexual conquests.
Jupiter is a symbol of authority, the sign placement of our natal Jupiter shows how we relate to society as a whole and how we express our morals, values and belief systems- both spiritual and intellectual. In a broader sense, the planet of expansion rules all senior officials of state and church, judges, lawmakers, protectors and generous friends. At its higher vibration, Jovian energy is wise, humane, fair and reasonable with a solid sense of duty. At its lower vibration, Jovian energy is greedy, self-righteous, complacent and wasteful with a tendency to brag.
Correspondences:
Symbol: ♃ Crescent and horizontal line representing Zeta the Greek alphabet for the letter Z- meaning the spark-of-life, also symbolically shaped like the number 2. The cross represents the meeting of ideas or the unification of two paths. Closely resembles the number 4, the number of foundation and home.
Rulership: Sagittarius, Pisces (traditional)
Gods/Goddesses — Orunmila or Shango (Yoruba) Zeus (Greek), Amun (Egyptian), Thor (Norse), Jupiter/Jove (Roman), Jehovah (Christianity)
Metals — Tin
Crystals — Chalcedony (peacemaking & goodwill), Moldavite (good luck), Lapis Lazuli (wisdom & truth), Azurite (guidance & understanding)
Plants/Herbs — Ashwagandha, Jasmine, Hyssop, Juniper, Oak Tree, Tulip, Chinese Ginseng, Magnolia, Catnip, Chestnut, Yarrow
Incense — Cedar, Nutmeg, Pine
Day — Thursday
Transit — 12 year transit, transiting each sign for roughly 1 year
Polarity — Masculine
Retrogrades? — Every 9 months, for approximately 4 months time
Exaltation — Cancer
Detriment — Gemini & Virgo
Fall — Capricorn
House Affinity — 9th House: House of Philosophy, Higher Learning and Long Distance Travel
Body Rulership — liver, blood vessels, thighs, buttocks
Significant Transits — Jupiter Return
Colors — Indigo Blue, Royal Purple, Green, Brown
Animals — Eagle, Elephant, Horse, Wale
Magick — Abundance, prosperity, education, expansion, spirituality, luck, higher awareness, success in business, publishing, philosophy, opportunity, growth and good fortune
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