Jupiter is the largest planet in the solar system. It is also the most influential factor when the general quality of one"s life is concerned. Known as the planet of luck, Jupiter is responsible for all the success, fortune, intellect and religious aspects of one"s lives. Consequently, it is a prominent planet in charts of successful priests, religious leaders, politicians and people pursuing deep knowledge. Its influence in expansion, growth and opportunity in one"s life is the most important deciding factor. Jupiter is the planet of blessings.

Jupiter is at home with the zodiac of Sagittarius and Pisces. Its power is at its peak when placed in the sign of Cancer, and at its weakest when placed in the earthy sign of Capricorn. Jupiter shares a friendly vibe with Sun, Moon and Mars. It is quite neutral to Saturn, Rahu and Ketu, and is enemy with Mercury and Venus. Jupiter is the bestower of success and intellect.


•Jupiter Planet"s favourite colour: Yellow.
•Jupiter Planet"s favourite Day: Thursday.
•Jupiter Planet"s favourite Gemstone: Yellow Sapphire / Pokhraj.
•Jupiter Planet"s favourite God: Lord Brahma, Lord Shiva, Indra, Goddess Parvati.

Birth of Jupiter Planet
According to the Hindu mythology, Jupiter performed different penance for Lord Shiva upto 10,000 years, as the result of which Shiva made him Guru of Gods. This brightest star in the solar system is also known as Guru/ Brihaspati in Sanskrit.

Characteristic Features of Jupiter Planet
Jupiter signifies high ambitions, knowledge and accomplishments. It also showcases his spiritual, philosophical and intellectual pursuits. Jupiter is the masculine planet handing over the abstract ideas, higher learning and ideologies. Jupiter"s influence can make a person extravagant, lazy and luxury-loving, profligate with money and blindly optimistic. A well-placed Jupiter gives wealth, honesty, compassion and knowledge to the chart holder. A not so well placed Jupiter indicates difficulties in life; vanity or inferiority complex; and a weak value system. Jupiter has always been identified with the idea of expansiveness and abundance.

Physical and Health Features of Jupiter Planet Biologically, Jupiter rules blood circulation, liver, thighs and "Fat" in the body. An ill disposed Jupiter leads to digestive disorders, gallstone, low blood sugar, indigestion, jaundice, haemorrhoids, obesity or malnutrition.