Jupiter Enters Taurus

Jupiter’s reputation for being the “greater benefic” is well deserved, and since it personifies growth and optimism, it provides us with opportunities for expansion.

In the sign of the Ram, Jupiter urged each of us to embrace a pioneering spirit, blaze a new path and promote our interests in connection with a life area described by the house that holds Aries in our chart.

Now, as it makes its way through Taurus, Jupiter’s role is to teach us how to cultivate it and significantly expand its worth.

You see, whereas Jupiter in Aries gives birth to the entrepreneur, it is Jupiter in Taurus that ultimately transforms her from a sole proprietor to a big time financier.

After all, as the natural ruler of the second house, Taurus is the chief financial officer of the zodiac, and with its practical approach, acquisitive nature and stable temperament there is no better guardian for the universe’s assets. 

Moreover, since the second house is also home to our values, the Bull has garnered quite a reputation for embracing quality over quantity and knowing a bargain when he sees one.

As a result, while Jupiter is in Taurus our own acquisitive nature may increase, and with sensual Venus as this sign’s ruler, we may yearn for physical comforts as well as money and material possessions.

Since Jupiter represents abundance, most of tend to focus on what it brings to our table. However, too much of a good thing can collapse it, and since Jupiter also symbolizes release, abundance can flow out of our lives as easily as it came in.

Consequently, Jupiter in Taurus energy must be used in moderation or we risk manifesting its negative traits of exaggeration, waste and greed.

Therefore, in order to use this transit constructively, we must embrace the Jupiterian role of student, apply ourselves with earnest to the lessons inherent in the second house, and harness Taurean industry, patience and persistence.

Whether we wish to expand an idea, a relationship or a material resource, the first step is to determine what it is we value, the second step is to acquire it, and the final step is to cultivate it.

In a span of just 12 months, Jupiter in Taurus can teach us everything we need to know in order to succeed.

All we have to do is show up for class and be willing to learn.