Dear friends,
Over the past few months, I chose to step back from sending out these newsletters. The planetary alignments spoke more of tension than harmony, and rather than fill your inbox with caution or heaviness, I waited. I waited for a time when I could bring you something truly hopeful — a window of grace, a sky turning clear.
That time has arrived.
On October 18th, Jupiter enters Cancer, its sign of exaltation — and with it, something beautiful opens. For me, this marks the moment to return to your side and once again walk this path together, sharing the wisdom of the stars with sincerity and goodwill.
What makes this transit even more special is that it begins during the sacred month of Kartika — the month of devotion, of light, of love. And within these first 10 days, we enter a Pushkar period — one of the rarest and most auspicious windows in Jyotish. Pushkar itself is a time of blessings and spiritual renewal, but for it to occur within Kartika… that is something extraordinary. A time when heaven seems a little closer, and grace flows more freely into the world.
My prayer is simple: that by reading this message, and by attuning your actions to this wave of goodness, you may receive its full blessings. That Jupiter’s exalted presence may guide your choices, soothe old wounds, and remind you of what is truly possible.
Let’s begin again — with trust, with clarity, and with joy.
Jupiter in Cancer (Oct 18 – Dec 5, 2025): A Return of Grace
From October 18th to December 5th, Jupiter makes a brief but powerful visit to Cancer, its sign of exaltation. Though short, this transit arrives with a kind of quiet clarity — as if a long-lost wellspring has opened again.
Jupiter enters not just Cancer, but Pada 4 of Punarvasu Nakshatra — a deeply nourishing lunar mansion ruled by the Moon. It holds the Shakti of renewal, and the symbol of a quiver of arrows — reminding us that the path ahead is not only being revealed… it is being blessed.
This moment also brings a rare Pushkar period within the sacred month of Kartika, amplifying Jupiter’s benevolence tenfold. It’s a window of spiritual abundance, emotional protection, and bright possibility. And it comes not only to remind us of what’s ahead — but to gently soften what has come before.
The Setup: Punarvasu & Pushkar
- Punarvasu always carries the energy of return — a coming back to center, to simplicity, to inner trust.
- Pada 4, aligned with the Moon, brings this renewal directly into the emotional and heart- centered realm.
- When Jupiter transits this zone, it activates a Pushkara Navamsha — one of the most auspicious places in the zodiac, where healing and growth become natural and deeply supported.
- The first 10 days of Jupiter’s time in Cancer are marked as the Pushkar period — a time long revered for sacred bathing, charity, and spiritual practice. It is said that any sincere effort made during Pushkar bears fruits far beyond what we expect.
In simple terms: we’re stepping into one of the most spiritually nourishing astrological windows we’ve had in quite some time.
Why This Transit Matters
- Jupiter’s exaltation uplifts Saturn, currently residing in Pisces — a sign ruled by Jupiter. The two enter a subtle harmony: structure meets grace, long-term plans are quietly supported.
- In Cancer, Jupiter acts not through logic but through feeling. Your intuition sharpens. Your heart steadies. Relationships may heal or re-align with mutual care.
- There’s a gentle pull toward generosity — helping others, giving without expectation. As if the soul naturally wants to pour out its light.
- Around October 27, Jupiter casts a trine to Mars in Scorpio. This energizes your actions — a great time to act on inspiration and chase a meaningful opportunity.
- November 12, Jupiter turns retrograde, giving you a chance to revisit something you recently paused — a relationship, a project, a spiritual path.
- By November 20, Jupiter aligns with Saturn, offering grounded perspective in financial, professional, or long-term matters. This is a good time to plan carefully with confidence in the bigger picture.
A Gentle Reminder
Because this transit is brief, not everything arrives fully formed. Some blessings come now as seeds. Some may not bloom until Jupiter returns to Cancer in June 2026 for a longer, deeper stay.
Use this time to listen. To notice. To act with quiet intention.
Also, Jupiter’s retrograde phase asks that we revisit our spiritual, educational, or moral compass. If there’s something you left half-undone, or a path you paused on — now is the time to return with clarity.
Sign-by-Sign: Jupiter’s Blessing for You
Here’s a glimpse of how this transit may unfold based on your Vedic Ascendant Sun or Moon sign:
Aries – 4th house
Peace returns to the home. You may feel more at ease, more supported, and inspired to make your space beautiful or emotionally safe. Family relationships soften.
Taurus – 3rd house
Communication flows better. You may reconnect with a sibling, take a short journey, or feel ready to learn something new. Speak with care — your words hold healing.
Gemini – 2nd house
A gentle focus turns to finances and family. There may be small but steady improvements in income, or a sense of stability returning to your values.
Cancer – 1st house
This is your time. A subtle sense of purpose, warmth, and renewal arises within you. You may feel more visible, more aligned, more ready. Let yourself be guided by feeling.
Leo – 12th house
A beautiful time for retreat, rest, or spiritual reflection. Let go. Reconnect with silence, dreams, or distant places. Healing happens inwardly.
Virgo – 11th house
Connections flourish. You may benefit through friends, teachers, or group work. Something you’ve wished for begins to find its way toward you.
Libra – 10th house
Work gains clarity. Your leadership or skills are recognized. If you’ve been hesitant to step into a larger role, now is the time to trust your readiness.
Scorpio – 9th house
A wave of inspiration, faith, and long-distance possibility arrives. Study, teaching, travel, or spiritual growth are all supported now.
Sagittarius – 8th house
Inner transformation begins. Finances tied to others may shift positively. You may find healing through therapy, deep study, or honest conversation.
Capricorn – 7th house
Relationships get a blessing. Partnerships — romantic, professional, or otherwise — feel more mutual, more grounded, more heartfelt.
Aquarius – 6th house
A good time to heal habits, health, or routine. You may feel lighter in your body, more focused in your daily work, and open to serving with kindness.
Pisces – 5th house
Creative energy returns. Children, students, or artistic pursuits may receive a boost. You’re inspired to express more freely and enjoy what you love.
Growing with Grace
Here are a few ways to align with the blessings of this window:
- During the Pushkar window (Oct 18–28), set time aside for chanting, meditation, prayer, or heartfelt intention.
- Give something — money, time, kindness — without expecting anything in return.
- Revisit a dream or effort that felt paused. You may now be ready.
- Keep a dream or insight journal — Jupiter speaks softly in this placement.
- Take care of your heart. Let it rest, open, and be nourished.
Jupiter in Cancer offers a gentle reminder: life is still full of possibility. You are still held by grace. Let your path open quietly, steadily, from the inside out.
With love, reverence, and hope,
Vasanta Das