Bṛihaspati – Guru of all Devas.

 

Bṛihaspati – Guru of all Devas.

 

Brihaspati is an Indian name, and refers to different mythical figures depending on the age of the text. In ancient Hindu literature Brihaspati is a Vedic era sage who counsels the gods, while in some medieval texts the word refers to the largest planet of the solar system, Jupiter. Additionally, Jupiter or Brihaspati is the biggest/largest planet in the solar system. It is also considered one of the most influential and auspicious planets in the horoscope. It represents the “Sattvaguna”. Brihaspati rules over North East direction

Brihaspati appears in the Rigveda (pre-1000 BCE). He is described as a sage born from the first great light, the one who drove away darkness, is bright and pure, and carries a special bow whose string is Rta or "cosmic order".  His knowledge is deep and he is considered Guru (teacher) by all the Devas.

In the Vedic literature and other ancient texts, sage Brihaspati is also called by other names such as Bramanaspati, Purohita, and Brhaspati is the son of Angarasa and Suroopa according to the Shiva Purana. He is sometimes identified with god Agni (fire). He has two brothers named Utathya and Samvartana. He has children by three women, two of them his wives. His first wife Shuba gave birth to Bhanumathi, Raaka, Archishmathi, Mahaamathi, Mahishmathi, Sinivalli and Havishmathi, his seven daughters. His second wife Tara (or goddess who personifies the stars in the sky) gives birth to seven sons and a daughter. Through his brother Utathya's wife Mamata, he has two sons, Kacha and Bharadwaja.

He attained his position as the teacher (Guru) of the Devas, by performing self-punishment on the banks of Prabhas Theertha. Lord Shiva granted him this position, as well as his position as one of the Navgraha's.

Brihaspati became the root of the word 'Brihaspativara' or Thursday in the Hindu calendar. Brihaspati Age from 35 to 42 years, development of consciousness by Jupiter. Brihaspati or Jupiter is the Karak planet for 5 houses which are 2nd, 5th, 9th, 10th and 11th house of horoscope. Jupiter is also a natural benefactor of Wealth, Success, Religion, Karma's of the past life, luck, progeny, optimism, beliefs, hope, faith, long journeys, further or foreign education, philosophy, law, prosperity, foreign travel, business and confidence. It is also a natural benefactor planet for Marriage in horoscope.

Occupations related to Jupiter are everything which has to do with the law: judge, lawyer, Priest, missionary, a prophet. Also: professor, teacher, farmer, breeder etc. If you have a strong Jupiter or some planets in Sagittarius you’re likely to identify yourself with this quotation ‘Climb high, climb far … Your goal is the sky, your aim is the star’ Jupiter controls fats, nose, lever and cough. Diseases related to liver are also caused by Jupiter.

It is reputed as the father of every living thing. The worship of Jupiter grants pure, aesthetic life and good health & wealth. As per Ancient Vedic Texts, if a person is under the Antar Dasha of planet Jupiter or if the planet Jupiter is deadly in his horoscope, then pacification Puja for planet Jupiter is highly recommended and beneficial. Worshiping of this planet results in cure from physical illness as well as good family, good education, valour and longevity of life.

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