In astrology, Jupiter is the planet of Sagittarius. Like all planets, it can influence our lives when, every 12 years, it decides to cross our sign. It promotes our energy, our state of mind and our radiance. Jupiter’s influence in astrology is such that it can boost luck, success, and even love…
If in astronomy, we are satisfied with the eight planets of the solar system, astrology is less careful sinceshe counts ten. In reality, the eight planets which are familiar to us (Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune) to which are added two stars that we know even better, the moon and the sun.
Jupiter, the planet of Sagittarius
Each planet is associated with one or more signs:
- Jupiter, ruled by the Sagittariusacts on success or failure, optimism and confidence.
- Venus, ruled by the Taurus and the Balanceis of course the planet of feelings and love.
- Mercury, planet of Gemini and some Virginsymbolizes communication.
- Saturn, associated with Capricornsymbolizes integrity and responsibility.
- Mars, associated with RAM and at Scorpiorepresents motion.
- Neptune, planet of Piscesevokes dreams and spirituality.
- Pluto, ruled by the Scorpioevokes rebirth and new beginnings.
- Uranus, ruled by Aquariusis generally related to changes, creation or destruction.
- The moon, associated with Cancersymbolizes femininity, imagination and the unconscious.
- Finally, the sun, star of the Lionrepresents our inner world and our relationships with others.
Ruled by the sign of Sagittarius, Jupiter is a planet described as “slow” because it takes about a year to go through each sign. Its complete cycle until a new appearance is therefore twelve years.
The position of a planet in an astral chart is significant in several areas of life and daily life. Its influence can thus be positive or negative depending on the constellations of the zodiac it crosses.
Jupiter in astrology
In Greek mythology, Jupiter was associated with the character of Zeus, the God of Olympus, both a symbol of authority and victory. These traits are obviously found in the influence of Jupiter.
The function of Jupiter is in particular to inform us about what gives meaning to our existence, what motivates us to move forward. The planet and its position are also indicators of our level of self-confidence, in life in general but also in others.
It is a barometer of our chances of success: Jupiter invites us to seize opportunities. Depending on her position, she therefore has many positive aspects: luck and success (in love, finance, etc.), but also optimism, ambition, joy and pleasure. Conversely, it can also exert a negative influence and result in laziness, excess or naivety.
When Jupiter Goes Retrograde
When a planet changes the direction of its course in the sky, it is said to come into retrograde phase. First, it slows down, then stagnates in the same place and finally begins to move in reverse.
Jupiter’s retrograde lasts about four months a year and often spells trouble. At the professional level, this can be illustrated by obstacles in the career, problems with the hierarchy, conflicts and tantrums. On a personal level, Jupiter in retrograde essentially invites you to question yourself.
