A planet connected
with education, power, and excellent character in Hindu astrology.
Jupiter's name in Sanskrit is guru, and its significance in
Hindu astrology reflects the guru or religious figure's centrality in Hindu
religious life.
Jupiter is the most powerful of the benign planets (the sun,
moon, Mercury, and Venus being the others), yet Jupiter's capabilities vary
depending on its position in the natal horoscope, or the alignment of the
celestial bodies at the moment of birth, and the effect of friendly or hostile
planets.
During the week, Jupiter rules Thursday, which is considered an auspicious, or fortunate, day due to the planet's astrological qualities.
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