DayThursday
MetalGold
DeityBrihaspati / Vishnu
What Jupiter represents
Wisdom, teachers, children, wealth, faith and good fortune. It is a large, benevolent and expansive planet. In the body it governs liver, fat metabolism, thighs and the sense of well-being.
When strong
Wisdom, optimism, protection and good guidance.
When weak or afflicted
Poor judgement, over-promising or lack of guidance.
Jupiter Mahadasha (16 years)
Themes: wisdom, growth, children, teachers and good fortune. Often good for growth, wealth, marriage, children, learning and guidance. Take care with over-optimism, weight and over-promising.
Advice: Study, teach and give generously; keep promises modest.
Simple remedies
- Mantra: Om Graam Greem Groum Sah Gurave Namah (19,000 times)
- Day & deity: Thursday — Brihaspati / Vishnu
- Charity: Chana dal, turmeric, yellow cloth or books on Thursday
- Colours: yellow and gold
- Practice: Honour teachers, study scriptures, donate to education and apply a turmeric or sandalwood tilak.
A gemstone (Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj)) is worn only after checking that the planet is a friend of your Lagna — our report tells you which stones suit you and which to avoid.
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