JUPITER (BRIHASPATI)

Jupiter is a very auspicious and benevolent planet and is known as the guru of the Gods. He represents higher knowledge and governs teachers, priests and temples to name a few. The element is Ether (Air). Jupiter governs our wealth and personal influence. The Cosmic Color transmitted by Jupiter is light blue. The seasonal association is Spring.

Gem: Natural YELLOW SAPPHIRE  Rules: SAGITTARIOUS/PISCES  Day: THURSDAY  Metal: GOLD  Deity: INDRA

If Jupiter is well placed in one's horoscope the influence will be toward leadership, optimism, faith and good judgment.

Invocation to be chanted nineteen times one hour before sunset on Thursday:
Om Guruve Namaha (Om Goo-rah-vey Nahm-ah-ha) “Om and salutations to Guru, the presiding spirit of the planet Jupiter”