Jupiter is an example of ideal teaching
Teacher Day 2025: In Hinduism, the place of Guru is considered higher than the gods. Guru not only gives knowledge, but also shows the way to live life. Guru Jupiter is the biggest name in this tradition. They are called guides of gods, policy-teachers and lamps of religion. But the question is, how did Jupiter become Devguru? Let’s know this mysterious and inspiring story.
Jupiter was not only a sage and knowledgeer of astrology, but also became the gurus of the gods, priests and a government policy. When there was a conflict between the gods and the Asuras, Jupiter gave strategic and spiritual guidance to the gods. At the same time, Shukracharya was the guru of the Asuras, who competed with him with his policy.
Story of birth and naming
Guru Jupiter was born to Maharishi Angira and his wife Smriti. He was rich in extraordinary knowledge and stunning since childhood. With the practice of intense penance and learning, he earned such knowledge that Mahadev himself became happy on him. It was Shiva who named him Jupiter and declared the guru of the gods. That is why he received the title of Devguru.
Why should we become guides of gods?
There were always war and conflicts between the gods and the Asuras. Asuras had clever gurus like Shukracharya. In such a situation, the gods also needed a teacher who could teach him religion, policy and war. Jupiter not only taught war skills to Indra and other gods, but also told them that power is fixed only when its base is religion.
Religion and policy education
Jupiter always taught the gods that power and splendor are not permanent, but religion and truth are the greatest strength. He explained the importance of restraint, duty and dignity to the gods. This is the reason that other gods from Indra to other gods continued to follow his order.
Importance of Astrology and Jupiter
Jupiter’s name is not only in mythological texts, but also in astrology. In the Navagrahas, Jupiter is considered to be the factor of knowledge, religion and prosperity. A person whose Jupiter is auspicious in the horoscope, respects, prestige and child happiness in his life. Thursday fast is also done to please them.
Jupiter memory and scripture knowledge
Guru Jupiter composed many scriptures. A book called Jupiter Smriti still has an important place in theology. Although its original form is no longer available, its quotes are found in many texts. It is clear from this that Jupiter was a guide not only for the gods, but also for the entire human race.
Why are ideal gurus considered even today
Guru Jupiter taught the gods to follow the path of religion and policy. He gave the message that real power is not only in weapons, but in religion and truth. This is the reason that even today he is called Devguru and people worship them and wish for knowledge and prosperity in life.
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