All About Jupiter:

The largest of the planets, Jupiter is the lord of light, the emperor, judge and teacher of all that is. Jovian generosity makes just about anything possible, offering hope even in the greatest adversity. Yet this blessing can grow into a curse, in which we crave endless expansion in every direction and the continual consumption of all we desire. Without Jupiter there is little prospect of hope, but there is no hope at all when we are overwhelmed by limitless craving. In ancient Babylon the planet was identified with the god Marduk, who in the first millennium BCE was elevated to supreme god of Mesopotamia. Ruler of water, vegetation, judgement and magic, he received the control of humanity when his father, EA, recognized his superiority. Jupiter in our chart offers opportunities to overcome problems and barriers. Opportunity may come in the form of knowledge, reassurance, a helping hand or even funds. More than this, the position of Jupiter shows us where we can be generous. A well-placed Jupiter can help us to advise and support others in liberating ways. Jupiter was said to govern the fifth age of man, the time of responsible maturity that Shakespeare characterizes as the well-fed justice dispensing wisdom: "In fair round belly with good capon lin'd, / With eyes severe and beard of formal cut, / Full of wise saws and modern instances." Jupiter is a friend, but we should not follow him blindly. Too many ideas at once can confuse us and over-activity can lead to exhaustion or an accident. Excessive passion or kindness can expose us to hurt, while over-indulgence can dull discrimination.