Who is Jupiter in the Universe and to Us?

Also known as the Greater Benefic or Fortune, Jupiter’s nature is supportive to the growth and sustenance of human life due to his hot, moist, and sanguine qualities.

Jupiter; statue of the nude god seated on an eagle, holding a double trident, plate 2 from "Statues of Roman Gods" Artist and publisher Philips Galle Netherlandish After Jacques Jonghelinck Netherlandish, 1586

Jupiter's Essential Dignities

Jupiter is exalted in the sign of Cancer because when the Sun is in Cancer, it is the most fertile time of the year for things to thrive. Because Jupiter’s essence is to expand, preserve, and flourish, when he enters the celestial home of Cancer, he is able to tap into the Lunar capacity of mother-like nourishment which subsequently exalts him to truly execute his creative wisdom. The best leaders are those who can provide a safe and encouraging space for those in their care to thrive and enact real change. Jupiter in Cancer is just that.

Jupiter’s nocturnal domicile (night house) is in Pisces for there, Jupiter can find introspection and connection with what what is unseen. It is here where Jupiter is sensitive to the plights of others, encouraging a boundless sense of selflessness. Lending a hand to the misfortunate. It is Jupiter that gives the sign of Pisces the propensity towards healing, religion , and other spiritual practices.

Now, traditionally, Jupiter is classified as a diurnal or daytime planet. It is because of this classification that Jupiter’s celestial house of joy is Sagittarius. When Jupiter is in Sagittarius, his energy is changeable yet endless, sparking fires of inspiration everywhere he touches.

Esoterically, Jupiter represents the wider consciousness we possess that allows us as humans to travel beyond the limitations of our physical reality. After we accept our karmic burden to carry when we passed through the Sphere of Saturn, we then enter the sphere of Jupiter who bestows upon us the gift of perspective and idealism. It is the knowledge that our soul is a piece of a larger divine entity. It’s a reminder of the higher truth that our flesh bodies are merely a conduit for which a higher spiritual agenda can flow through. The glyph of Jupiter holds the crescent of spirit above the cross of matter, meaning Jupiter approaches the topic of materiality first through his exploration of the immaterial. I recommend checking out my mentor's video on Jupiter for more exploration into the glyph.

Jupiter in the Natal Chart

The terrestrial house of which Jupiter is located in a chart, typically indicates the area or matter of life that Jupiter is asking us to tap into what is beyond our human perception or it could also be house where excessive energy may be placed.

Jupiter's house placement can be a place of growth and can also be a place where boundaries are necessary.

It is also important to note which houses Jupiter rules and what other planets are in relation to understand the context surrounding that placement. If you are interested in learning how and what Jupiter is doing in your natal chart then feel free to book a reading with me!

Jupiterian People

A Jupiterian is someone with prominent Jupiter placements. People with Sagittarius or Pisces rising, Jupiter in the first house, or Jupiter in aspect to the ascendant. People with these placements are have an urge to explore themselves and the world around them. They have a strong sense of harmony, justice, and morality. They aspire to be a source of truth and freedom in how they show up with others. They are joyous, charismatic and optimistic people. They can often be the class clown, the boisterous cousin, or the comforting bishop. They are true idealist who want to see the world without restrictions. Wealthy and influential people can be characterized by Jupiter.

Tony Stark/Iron Man embodies Jupiter as a wealthy, influential person who sometimes had the tendency toward greed, manipulation, and excess. Nonetheless, in the end, he idealized a better world through his philanthropic efforts and self-sacrifice. Picture from: Marvel Cinematic Universe Wiki

Jupiterians are always on a quest. There is always a journey or endeavor at the forefront of everything they do. Whether it be a religious mission trip, raising awareness for a certain charity, or simply looking for truth and clarity, a pure Jupiterian does not allow challenges or delays stop them. The problem that may arise is the tendency towards excess. Jupiterians have a hard time restricting themselves, creating boundaries with others, and knowing when enough is enough. This isn't always malicious -- although it can be.

Jupiterians see the world as limitless and full of possibilities. They want nothing more than to explore each and every opportunity available to them.

Though exciting and even inspiring, this type of mindset usually ends up with broken promises, lack of self-control, and exhaustion.

An immature or under-developed Jupiterian may be greedy, immoral and have the desire to enjoy the good things in life without necessarily putting in the work for it. Rather, they may take advantage of the good will of others in order to advance in life. They ignore boundaries and they are just fine coasting through life, often riding the coattails of others. Swindlers, scammers and people who are often wasteful and excessive fall into this classification. That is because they are able to use the perceived generosity and charisma that Jupiter represents to manipulate. Immature Jupiterians are not always con artists though, most of them are people who have a loose definition of boundaries and high optimism that things will always work out, which often can put them in situations where they get taken advantage of and drained of their life force energy.

However, with growth and maturity, a Jupiterian is capable of creating a life full of purpose and joy. Jupiterians bring optimism and abundance where they go. Much like Solarians, they have a magnetism to their aura that draws people near them. They are very charismatic and can often inspire others to think big and take risks. They remind us that the material world around is just a fraction of what is available to explore. We should remember to be open to possibilities that seem impossible or incomprehensible. Jupiterians know the importance of dreaming big. They teach us the importance of seeing the bigger picture.

Does this sound like someone you know? Please share in the comments. I would love to read it.

Remember to thank the Jupiterian in your life for encouraging you to live life to the fullest.

Much love and gratitude to Source and you.