Jupiter in Astrology - Expand and Explore

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What Does jupiter mean in astrology?

Jupiter is the largest planet in the solar system. So large in fact, that earth could fit inside it 1330 times! Jupiter is known for its Great Red Spot which is a giant storm which has been raging for 300 years or more. It is also visible to the naked eye at night as the third brightest star in the sky after the moon and venus.

Jupiter in astrology reflects the magnitude of the physical planet. The giant planet represents optimism, enthusiasm, expansion, luck and abundance and a serious thirst for knowledge and exploration. Wherever jupiter falls in your birth chart, that area of your chart will be lit up with luck and positivity.

Jupiter in Astrology – the basics

Due to the size of jupiter and its qualities of expansion and freedom, Jupiter is known as a benefic planet in traditional astrology – a planet that brings good fortune. The energy of jupiter wants to take up space, its huge gravitational field draws and pulls things to it seemingly magnetically.

Jupiter expands everything in its orbit. Its expansion brings with it a feeling of optimism and enthusiasm. It has an innate curiosity that wants to explore in all directions. The fuel that fires jupiter, is the desire to expand the mind and experience a deep sense of faith. This may be through philosophy or religion or by understanding different cultures.

Jupiter takes roughly 12 months to travel through each zodiac sign and 12 years to orbit the sun.

Named after the King of the Gods: Zeus in ancient Greece and Jupiter Optimus Maximus in ancient Rome. The King of the Gods was the largest and wielded great power as the god of the sky.

Jupiter is the ruler of sagittarius and colors sagittarius with the energy of curiosity and a drive to explore and learn.

Jupiter in your birth chart

Your birth chart, or natal chart, is a snapshot of the sky the moment you took your first breath. It is an imprint of the cosmic energies that you are born with. These cosmic energies color and flavor your personality in this lifetime.

The birthchart is your map for navigating the energies in your life and your natural, inherent tendencies, strengths and life lessons.. Of course, we all have free will and nothing is set in stone. However, learning and understanding your birth chart allows you to have a deeper understanding of your personality and why you do what you do! It is a great insight into who you are.

You can find where jupiter is located in your birth chart by entering your location of birth and date of birth into this birth chart calculator.

Wherever jupiter falls in your birthchart will enhance that area of the chart. This part of your birth chart will have an energy of eternal optimism, higher learning and a zest for life. As jupiter transits through your chart, the transiting position will also be felt as an expansion of that area of your chart – in both the house and sign..

Jupiter retrograde

All planets and asteroids will turn retrograde at some stage (other than the sun and moon which are technically luminaries). Jupiter is no exception and will turn retrograde once a year for about four months.

Retrograde is the term used when a planet or asteroid appears to be moving backwards. When a planet turns retrograde, the function or essence of that planet turns inward and it is a time to reflect on the themes of the planet.

When Jupiter turns retrograde, it is a time to reflect on your current philosophies and beliefs. It is a time to ensure you are aligned with your soul’s evolution. It might be a time to reestablish your path in life and where you are heading. It can be a time where you slow down, as Jupiter’s energy is quite fast paced and busy.

Jupiter through the signs

In your birth chart, the sign that Jupiter falls in will describe how the energy of Jupiter is expressed. Read about Jupiter in the 12 zodiac signs below.

Jupiter in aries

Jupiter in Aries is literally an explosion of expansion and possibility. Aries is a cardinal fire sign that is brave, bold and courageous and ready to take on any challenge. Aries is pioneering and not afraid to take risks to get where they want to go. Combine this with the expansive, enthusiastic and curious energy of Jupiter and anything is possible. Jupiter in Aries can succeed at anything they put their mind to.

Jupiter in Aries will find the most success when they take the lead and have faith in themselves. Jupiter wants Aries to see the bigger picture and to look beyond the self into a greater purpose. Once Aries can do this, they will be able to achieve greatness.

Jupiter in Taurus

In order for Jupiter in Taurus to be fully expressed, it is important they have a strong sense of their personal values. Jupiter will support Taurus by magnetizing opportunities that align with these personal values.

Taurus is a fixed earth sign that loves luxury and comfort. Taurus knows what it takes to work hard to gain material success to support a life of luxury and comfort. With Jupiter’s assistance, Taurus in Jupiter can attain success with added vigor and energy.

Taurus must be wary of a tendency to be lazy and resist change, as Jupiter wants to get up and go, Taurus’ negative traits can be amplified.

Jupiter in gemini

Jupiter expands Gemini’s curiosity for life and love for communication. As a mutable air sign ruled by mercury, gemini has a knack for learning information and communicating that information seamlessly with others. This placement is super social and super inquisitive and up for change and adventure.

Jupiter in gemini is chatty! Jupiter in gemini doesn’t come for air when they find someone to listen to them. Jupiter gives gemini the confidence to teach what they know. Gemini collects so much information and jupiter energy wants gemini to share it far and wide.

Jupiter in Cancer

Jupiter is exalted in cancer – which means it is the most happy in this sign. Being exalted means that jupiter’s traits are amplified so this is a lucky placement. Cancer is a cardinal water sign ruled by the moon. Jupiter in cancer enhances cancer’s nurturing side. People with jupiter in cancer will find life flows easily when they honor this nurturing, compassionate side. It is ideal to get involved in activities and events that allow them to offer support and service to others.

Those with jupiter in cancer will have heightened intuition. They may also find that they feel their emotions more deeply and may be more sentimental than usual. Home will always be where their heart is, although it may be scattered with trinkets from tales of their explorations.

Jupiter in leo

Jupiter in leo is courageous, confident, loud and proud. With leo as a fixed fire sign, ruled by the sun, jupiter in leo dazzles. Leo’s generosity and big heart is expanded and blown up on a huge scale. Those who leo chooses to shine their light on will feel the warmth and charisma.

Jupiter in leo needs to feel love from others. They can feel stuck or on the wrong path if they are not getting validation and feedback from others. Jupiter in leo needs to learn to have full and absolute confidence in themselves. They are so much more capable than they know. Once they find their confidence they can take on the world and share their creativity and passions with the world.

This placement will find success when they follow their passions and allow their creativity to flow.

Jupiter in virgo

Jupiter in virgo can come across as a bit stiff as jupiter amplifies virgo’s personal ethics and morals. Virgo, a mutable earth sign, wants to pay attention to the rules and what they believe is right and wrong, good and bad. Jupiter amplifies virgo’s need to discriminate and discern what is truth. Jupiter in virgo seeks out this truth.

Jupiter in virgo becomes even more hardworking and selfless in service. Jupiter in virgo thrives in working with others and helping people out. Jupiter does want virgo to loosen up a tiny little bit though. Jupiter can feel a little bit restricted if virgo gets too interested in perfection and attention to detail.

Jupiter in libra

Jupiter in libra will find success and expansion in relationships. Libra is a cardinal air sign that loves to love others and find harmony, connection and meaning in relationships. Jupiter in libra’s sense of aesthetic and love for beauty will have them exploring the world in search of rare and exquisite beauty. Jupiter in libra will do well to work as a mediator, counsellor or diplomat, where their charisma and social skills are best utilized.

Jupiter in libra is extremely charming and loves to be around others. Jupiter in libra will likely have a huge social network. They can use this to their advantage when it comes to building their dream life.

Jupiter in scorpio

Jupiter in scorpio is powerful and magnetic. Scorpio’s fixed water energy and ruled by both mars and pluto combine with jupiter’s expansive, quest for truth to create a full powered, unstoppable force. Jupiter in scorpio can focus on completing challenging projects and plans with it’s extraordinary intensity and mental powers. Immersing themselves in these sorts of activities will see jupiter in scorpio’s success.

Jupiter in scorpio has a strong connection to intuition and the occult realms. When jupiter in scorpio explores this terrain they will find deep transformation for both themselves and others.

Jupiter in sagittarius

Jupiter is in it’s domicile here in sagittarius, as the planetary ruler of sagittarius. This means that the energy of jupiter is doubled. Jupiter in sagittarius is evermore expansive, optimistic, curious and needing to explore to the edges of the world. This placement is very lucky and those with this placement will find that things come more easily to them. When they think of an idea they want and dive full force into the execution of it. More often than not the stars will align and everything works out.

It is important for people with a jupiter in sagittarius placement to have freedom to roam and live life on their terms, or they may feel boxed in and stuck.

jupiter in capricorn

Jupiter in capricorn yearns for pursuing and achieving long term goals and success. Capricorn is a cardinal earth sign ruled by saturn and loves structure, responsibility and hard work. Jupiter in capricorn wants to get things done and will find expansion and optimism when they are methodical and realistic with their plans

Jupiter in capricorn is in it’s fall (weakened) in this placement and so the jupiter energy is not as strong as in other placements. Jupiter wants to feel expansive and free. Capricorn wants to push forward focused on one goal, using strict strategies to get there.

Jupiter in aquarius

Jupiter in aquarius is wild, wacky and fun. Aquarius is a fixed air sign and ruled by uranus and allows jupiter the freedom it desires. Jupiter enhances aquarius’ social nature and love for group projects and creating and collaborating with others. This placement will find success in breaking the mold and going against the grain. Radical thinking and paving new pathways that are in alignment with their beliefs will bring luck and success to jupiter in aquarius.

Jupiter in aquarius expands the aquarian ability to see beyond our current status quo and find better ways of doing things. It amplifies the aquarian potential to think beyond our current existence and into the future and a whole new way of being.

Jupiter in pisces

Jupiter in pisces unlocks and superimposes their connection to the spiritual, intuitive and imaginative worlds. Here, jupiter in pisces is so creative. A deeply internal and introverted energy, jupiter in pisces needs a lot of time alone to process their ideas and creations. They will feel most connected to their craft (whether it be art, writing, drawing, sewing, jewelry making) when they are connected to nature.

Jupiter in pisces people will find the most success and expansion when they have the freedom to pursue their creative projects, without deadlines or any restriction. Here they are able to share their gifts with the world and make a difference to the lives of others.

jupiter through the houses

In your birth chart, the house that jupiter falls in can tell you what part of your life is blessed with the energies of jupiter. Read on below to find out more.

jupiter in the 1st house

Your basic approach to life is happy-go-lucky and optimistic. Your energy and joie de vivre is contagious and you are a joy to be around. You have strong beliefs and morals.

jupiter in the 2nd house

Jupiter in the second house is very resourceful and good with money. Money seems to come to you easily and you have a knack for building and creating more. You love spending money on luxuries and can be indulgent.

jupiter in the 3rd house

Jupiter in the third house loves to share ideas and connect with others through communication. Your love to learn and thrive in environments where ideas and intellect are encouraged.

jupiter in the 4th house

With Jupiter in the 4th house, family and friends are important to you as is building and creating a nurturing home environment. Home is where your heart is. Life gets better and better with age with this placement.

jupiter in the 5th house

Jupiter in the fifth house loves to have fun. You are generous and have a creative spirit. You may find you have a connection to children or animals.You enjoy the process of teaching and make learning a fun and enjoyable journey.

jupiter in the 6th house

Jupiter in the sixth house loves to work and thrives in work environments. You create a great working environment and relationships with your colleagues and management. You do have a tendency to become a workaholic.

jupiter in the 7th house

Jupiter in the seventh house has a strong emphasis on relationships. You will find relationships are an important part of your life. You are devoted and committed to long term partnership.

jupiter in the 8th house

Jupiter in the eighth house has a high sex drive and has intense, dramatic partnerships. You enjoy the mysteries as well as researching and investigating topics that interest you. When you find a topic that interests you, you dive head first down the rabbit hole.

jupiter in the 9th house

Jupiter in the ninth house is expansive and optimistic, ready to explore everything that life has to offer. You will do well traveling, learning through higher education, philosophy and religion. You have a thirst for knowledge.

jupiter in the 10th house

You have natural leadership qualities and people gravitate to your charismatic nature. You crave to be in the public eye and people are in awe of your energy, hanging onto every word. If you are not public speaking yet, you must begin.

jupiter in the 11th house

You love to work and connect with others. Social groups and activities are important to you. Feeling like you belong will help you find positivity and expansion. Any group enterprises you engage in are sure to be successful.

jupiter in the 12th house

You are introverted, introspective and intuitive. You need a lot of down to fill your tank back up after spending a lot of time with others. You need plenty of time on your own to listen to your intuition and draw on your creativity.

Jupiter in Astrology – Expand and Explore