Guru (Jupiter)
गुरु
Brihaspati, Devaguru, the teacher of the gods
Guru, Jupiter — also called Brihaspati, the teacher of the gods — is the greatest benefic of the Navagraha. He is the graha of wisdom, knowledge, dharma, wealth and good fortune, and the karaka of children, the guru and the husband (in a woman’s chart). A strong Jupiter is one of the most fortunate placements in the whole horoscope; an afflicted Jupiter weakens faith, judgement and growth.
Guru Beej Mantra
ॐ ग्रां ग्रीं ग्रौं सः गुरवे नमः
Om Graam Greem Graum Sah Gurave Namah
What Guru Signifies
When Guru is Strong
A strong Jupiter gives wisdom, good judgement, ethical character, prosperity, respect, devotion, fortunate children, success in teaching, law, finance or counselling, and an optimistic, generous spirit. It protects and uplifts whatever house and planets it touches.
When Guru is Weak / Afflicted
An afflicted Jupiter can bring poor judgement, lack of direction or faith, difficulty having or with children, liver and weight problems, debt despite earning, and a tendency to over-promise or over-indulge. Re-establishing values, learning and a guru’s guidance is the path back.
Guru Remedies (Upay)
- ✦Worship Lord Brihaspati and Lord Vishnu; recite the Brihaspati mantra and Vishnu Chalisa, and observe the Thursday (Guruwar) fast.
- ✦Chant the Guru beej mantra and offer yellow flowers, turmeric, chana dal or yellow sweets on Thursdays.
- ✦Donate yellow items — turmeric, gram, gold, yellow cloth — and books of knowledge on Thursday.
- ✦Respect your teachers, gurus and elders; pursue genuine learning and dharma.
- ✦Wear a Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj) in gold only on qualified astrological advice.
Mantras & Stotras for Guru
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Guru (Jupiter / Brihaspati) signify in astrology?
Jupiter is the great benefic — the graha of wisdom, dharma, wealth, fortune and children, and the teacher of the gods. A strong Jupiter gives knowledge, prosperity and good judgement; an afflicted Jupiter weakens faith, direction and growth.
How can I strengthen a weak Jupiter?
Worship Brihaspati and Lord Vishnu, chant the Guru beej mantra "Om Graam Greem Graum Sah Gurave Namah", keep the Thursday fast, donate turmeric, gram or yellow cloth, respect your teachers and pursue real learning. Wear a Yellow Sapphire only on qualified advice.
Which day and gemstone belong to Jupiter?
Jupiter rules Thursday; its gemstone is the Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj) in gold, and its colour is yellow. Lord Brihaspati and Lord Vishnu are worshipped for wisdom, wealth and grace.
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