Guru गुरु
Guru (Jupiter, Brihaspati) is the great benefic and teacher of the gods - the graha of wisdom, dharma, wealth and children. He rules Dhanu (Sagittarius) and Meena (Pisces) and the weekday Thursday.
- Planet / node
- Jupiter
- Nature
- Benefic (great)
- Weekday
- Thursday
- Deity
- Brihaspati
- Gemstone
- Yellow Sapphire
- Metal
- Gold
What Guru signifies
Guru governs wisdom, knowledge, wealth, children, dharma and the guru.
When strong or afflicted
Strong Guru gives wisdom, optimism, prosperity, good children and a spiritual bent; afflicted, it can bring excess, dogmatism or obstacles to learning and progeny.
Remedies
Thursday worship of Vishnu or Brihaspati, the Guru mantra, offering to teachers and Brahmins, and the yellow sapphire are the classic supports.
Signs & nakshatras of Guru
Rules the signs
Lords the nakshatras
Frequently asked questions
What is Guru (Jupiter) in Vedic astrology?
Guru (Jupiter, Brihaspati) is the great benefic and teacher of the gods - the graha of wisdom, dharma, wealth and children. He rules Dhanu (Sagittarius) and Meena (Pisces) and the weekday Thursday.
What does Guru signify?
Guru signifies wisdom, knowledge, wealth, children, dharma and the guru. Its deity is Brihaspati and its gemstone is Yellow Sapphire.
Which signs does Guru rule?
Guru rules Dhanu (Sagittarius) and Meena (Pisces).
Which nakshatras does Guru lord?
In the Vimshottari scheme Guru lords Punarvasu, Vishakha, Purva Bhadrapada.
What are the remedies for Guru?
Thursday worship of Vishnu or Brihaspati, the Guru mantra, offering to teachers and Brahmins, and the yellow sapphire are the classic supports.
Last updated 26 July 2026