Astrology Lexicon / planet
Jupiter (Guru)
Overview
Jupiter (Guru) is one of the nine grahas of Vedic astrology and signifies wisdom, teachers, children and good fortune.
- • Rules Sagittarius and Pisces; traditionally exalted in Cancer.
- • Its day is Thursday. It is the fifth graha in the weekday order from Sunday.
- • Its strength in a chart is judged by sign, house, aspects and its place in the dasha sequence.
Traditional practices
- • Chanting "Om Gurave Namah" on Thursdays is a traditional practice.
- • Charity linked to this graha is traditionally given on its day.
These are traditional religious practices, not guaranteed outcomes. Astrological interpretation varies between traditions.
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