Sagittarius (Dhanu)
Sagittarius (Dhanu) is a dual fire sign ruled by Jupiter and symbolised by the archer. It stands for faith, wisdom, higher learning, teaching, travel and principle.
Also known as: dhanu rashi, dhanus
Dhanu aims high. Its natives tend to be optimistic, honest and idealistic, drawn to philosophy, religion, law, teaching and long journeys. The symbol is an archer whose lower body is a horse, joining instinct with aspiration. Bluntness and restlessness are the edges of its generous spirit.
Sagittarius is the thighs of Kalapurusha, and as the 9th sign it mirrors the house of dharma and fortune. Its first 10° are Jupiter’s moolatrikona, and no planet is exalted or debilitated here in Parashara’s list. Mula, Purva Ashadha and the first pada of Uttara Ashadha fall in Sagittarius.
For Sagittarius rising, Jupiter rules the 1st and 4th houses, and Mars, lord of the 5th, is a helpful planet. As a Moon sign, Sagittarius gives a hopeful, principled outlook. The Sun moves through sidereal Sagittarius from about 16 December to 13 January, a month many families observe as Kharmas, when weddings are traditionally avoided.