Jupiter: effects and importance in Indian astrology

Jupiter, known as ‘Brihaspati’ or ‘Guru’ in Hindi and many other Indian languages, is believed to rule both Moon and Sun and is also believed to control the movement of the planets. Jupiter is the ruler of the fire sign Sagittarius. Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system; it influences the growth, development and prospect of an individual. Jupiter indicates high ambitions, knowledge and accomplishments. It stands for the higher mind, wisdom, enthusiasm, optimism, liberality, and generosity.
Jupiter is believed to influence journeys on foreign seas, world travel, and money and power achieved through great enterprises. Astrologically it also influences the priests, religious teachers, ministers, politicians and all other people with high ambitions. People under the control of Jupiter are cheerful, energetic and harmonious. If the control of Jupiter goes missing, it leads to pessimism, feelings of inadequacy, depression, and lethargy. Known as the planet of luck, Jupiter is responsible for all the success, fortune, intellect and religious aspects of our lives. Jupiter also is very influential when the general quality of one’s life is concerned.
Jupiter represents Thurs day and the yellow colours.It is regarded as significator for 2nd, 5th and 9th houses. The Sun, Moon and Mars are the natural friends whereas Mercury and Venus are enemies to him.Rahu, Ketu and Saturn adopts neutrality to this Planet. Jupiter stands exalted in the 4th house and the 10th house is the house of his debilitation position.
Jupiter provides good result if placed in houses 1st, 5th, 8th, 9th and 12th but 6th, 7th and the 10th are the bad houses for him. Jupiter gives bad results when Venus or mercury get placed in the 10th house of a horoscope chart.However,Jupiter never gives bad results if placed alone in any house. A malefic Jupiter affects the Ketu (Son) very adversely. Jupiter offers malefic results if it is placed with Saturn.Rahu or Ketu in a horoscope.