Every year, Jupiter, the Lord of Fortune and Good Luck moves from one sign to the next bringing a new dimension into our lives. Jupiter remains in each sign of the zodiac for approximately twelve months - taking twelve years to transit the entire zodiac. Since last January, Jupiter has been in Capricorn - the earthy sign of the Sea-Goat. On January 5, 2009 Jupiter moves into the air sign of Aquarius.
The expansive nature of Jupiter does not do very well in Aquarius, a sign ruled by Saturn. This transit will generate better chances for general success in life, but can be restless, nervous and erratic, with a lack of inclination for serious work.
Jupiter rules our potential for growth and expansion on many levels: physical, intellectual, spiritual and cultural, along with the accumulation of material assets, power and status. He rules our optimism and aspirations, including our interests in faraway places, travel, foreigners, academic and artistic types, cultural endeavors such as publishing, higher education, structured personal development, healing, government and religion. Jupiter is a risk-taker, so also rules gambling and speculation, adventure - and moving into unknown territory. Luck and well being are also primarily governed by Jupiter. When well aspected, Jupiter can bring superb opportunities for expansion and success. Poorly aspected, he generates over-confidence and foolhardy actions with little care for the consequences.