Jupiter in Mrigashira ~ Combine skill with specialist knowledge

Jupiter, the planet of education and protection, is in Pada (part) Two of Mrigashira from September 22nd to October 26th, 2024.

This extended transit includes Jupiter’s retrograde motion from October 20th, as the planet slows down and then reverses after it has moved almost to the end of Taurus since May 2024. Opportunities have been quick to come and go in this time, but now you can focus on projects that benefit you most and will flourish going forward. Pada two of Mrigashira relates to Virgo navamsa, the chart of marriage and good fortune, where you pay attention to fine details as well as the grand sweep of ideas.

This nakshatra’s myth of a pursuit driven by desire reflects Jupiter’s goals of knowledge and security, and the thrill of the chase has a definite appeal. You are either a pursuer of ideas or else have knowledge others wish to share and seek a new target immediately once you have satisfied your original aims. The Virgo and Mercury influence combines a rational outlook with confidence and knowledge, and you can be a great student, teacher, or writer.

Jupiter’s earthy quality gives you practical as well as study and research ability, and you can put complex ideas over in clear and intuitive ways. Jupiter also throws its influence on to elusive, spiritual Ketu through this whole transit, and you turn inwards towards meditation and escape. This is a good time to take a holiday or retreat, and you may grasp complex ideas that are hard to understand at other times. From September 24th to October 10th especially, new inspiration clears your mind and removes an obstacle to business or academic success.