On October 9th, 2024, Jupiter starts moonwalking in Gemini, kicking off a journey that’s less about expanding out and more about looking in. Retrogrades turn the usual “big boss” planets inward, asking us to review, rethink, and reconnect with parts of ourselves we thought we already had handled.
Now, let’s be clear: Jupiter isn’t here to give us a light and fluffy lesson on “higher wisdom” in a way that feels easy or nice. For witches, Jupiter Rx in Gemini is about digging into knowledge, understanding, and the raw data of life—no filtration system at this time. Gemini is the sign of ideas, communication, and that mental double-take. This retrograde, Jupiter’s big vibe gets a Gemini remix, meaning that every insight will hit with two sides. It’s about wrestling with the light and shadow of what you know, reexamining how your beliefs show up in real-time, and yes, daring to question even the sacred. Truly, it is showing us where we are informed and where we may be ignorant and not coddling ourselves or making excuses for where we should know better.
For witches, this transit is a call to let your craft reflect what’s true for you and not the watered-down versions of magic others might expect.
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Rising Sign House Activation: Jupiter Retrograde by the House it Touches
Each Rising Sign has its own twist with Jupiter activating a particular house, and since this guide’s for witches, let’s get into how this power-up hits each domain of your life.
Aries Rising – Third House Activation
Everyday Life Influence
Jupiter retrograde in Gemini brings a contemplative edge to your Third House, the realm of communication, local connections, and daily learning. With Jupiter’s expansive energy turned inward, you’ll find yourself revisiting how you connect with those around you and questioning the purpose behind the words you use. Gemini’s curious nature may make it feel like every conversation is a portal to deeper meaning—or a wild goose chase. This is a great time to reflect on your local network, mend relationships, or reconsider how you express yourself daily. Expect some “aha” moments about where you’ve been holding back or over-explaining.
For the Witch and their Craft
For the Aries Rising Witch, this retrograde is a call to purify your magical voice. Are your spells and rituals genuinely speaking to the core of your intentions, or are they just parroting what you’ve read? This is a perfect time to create a grimoire or rethink the structure of your spells, incantations, and sigils. Gemini’s influence encourages you to stay flexible, so experiment with new words, languages, or even divination tools that reflect your ever-evolving magical voice. Embrace this as an opportunity to expand your magical vocabulary, and don’t be afraid to question even your oldest spells.
Taurus Rising – Second House Activation
Everyday Life Influence
Jupiter retrograde activates your Second House of resources, values, and self-worth. In Gemini, this transit could feel like a tug-of-war between financial pragmatism and the desire to chase curiosity. This is the time to get real about your relationship with money, possessions, and even your sense of self-worth. Rather than expanding outward, you’ll be challenged to define what’s truly valuable in your life. Are you spending your energy (or your cash) in alignment with your core values? Reflect, budget, and prioritize.
For the Witch and their Craft
For the Taurus Rising Witch, this transit digs into the heart of your magical priorities. Are you investing your time, materials, and resources into practices that feed your craft or just your curiosity? Jupiter in Gemini gives you the flexibility to experiment, so try grounding your spells with practical tools, like a charm for steady income or an altar for abundance that reflects what you truly value. Let this retrograde guide you in creating spells and rituals that don’t just aim for abundance but honor your unique definition of worth.
Gemini Rising – First House Activation
Everyday Life Influence
With Jupiter retrograde moving through your First House, it’s all about self-identity, image, and personal impact. Gemini Rising, this is your cosmic green light to reevaluate who you are and how you’re showing up in the world. Jupiter’s influence in Gemini encourages you to explore all sides of yourself, questioning assumptions and allowing flexibility in your self-definition. It’s time to let go of labels that don’t fit anymore and explore fresh ways of presenting yourself. Don’t be surprised if people see different “versions” of you—this transit’s about expanding your self-portrait.
For the Witch and their Craft
As a Gemini Rising Witch, this retrograde is your invitation to redefine what it means to be a witch. Does your current practice reflect your identity, or are you sticking to traditional norms? Experiment with the look and feel of your craft, allowing it to mirror your inner self more fully. Maybe it’s time to create a new altar, swap out tools, or rework rituals to reflect who you are now, not who you were when you started. Embrace this transit as a moment to bring your magical identity up to speed with the multifaceted person you’ve become.
Cancer Rising – Twelfth House Activation
Everyday Life Influence
Jupiter’s retrograde through Gemini pulls you into the depths of your Twelfth House, the realm of dreams, mysteries, and subconscious patterns. It’s time to look at the unspoken narratives you carry and the hidden habits shaping your everyday reality. With Gemini’s influence, you may notice dualities in your subconscious—old stories that conflict with new insights. This retrograde invites you to acknowledge, release, or reframe those shadow aspects. Deep self-reflection and therapy work can yield powerful results.
For the Witch and their Craft
Cancer Rising Witch, this retrograde dives straight into your mystical core. It’s an invitation to explore dreamwork, spirit guides, or past life rituals, bringing the subconscious into your magical practice. Gemini’s influence will help you analyze and compartmentalize the mysteries that arise, allowing you to work through complex patterns in your craft. Try blending dual perspectives in your magic—working with both light and shadow energies, or exploring both passive and active spellwork. This is the time to get intimate with the hidden realms of your psyche.
Leo Rising – Eleventh House Activation
Everyday Life Influence
Jupiter retrograde shines a light on your Eleventh House, the domain of friendships, communities, and big dreams. As it moves through Gemini, you may start reconsidering who’s really in your corner and which alliances feed your spirit. Gemini’s influence brings a social flexibility, urging you to reflect on whether your circles align with your aspirations. Have your goals changed? Do your friends inspire you or hold you back? This is your time to weed out superficial connections and strengthen those that genuinely support your path.
For the Witch and their Craft
For the Leo Rising Witch, this retrograde asks you to bring your magical community into focus. Are your coven or magical allies aligning with your deeper goals? Maybe it’s time to redefine your magical support system, especially if certain groups no longer align with your values. With Gemini’s influence, consider blending different traditions, bringing fresh perspectives into your circle, or finding new magical collaborators. This is a chance to ground your practice in community while staying true to your vision.
Virgo Rising – Tenth House Activation
Everyday Life Influence
With Jupiter retrograde in your Tenth House of career, reputation, and public roles, it’s time to rethink how you’re showing up in the world. Gemini’s influence will have you analyzing your current path, possibly revealing contradictions in your professional persona. Are you aligned with the impact you want to make? This retrograde could bring second thoughts on career decisions or public projects. Embrace this period to evaluate, pivot, and strategize on how to step into a role that’s authentic to you.
For the Witch and their Craft
Virgo Rising Witch, this retrograde asks how your craft intersects with your public identity. Are you quietly practicing in the background, or does your role as a witch have a place in your career? Jupiter in Gemini gives you room to explore these dual paths. Consider how you might integrate your magic into your work, whether by openly claiming your practice or finding ways to imbue your job with spiritual intent. This transit invites you to align your calling with your craft, whatever that means for you.
Libra Rising – Ninth House Activation
Everyday Life Influence
Jupiter’s retrograde in Gemini casts a spotlight on your Ninth House of beliefs, higher learning, and life philosophy, so get ready for some mind-bending shifts. With Jupiter hitting pause, it’s less about “adding” new ideas and more about untangling what you already know. Gemini’s influence makes this retrograde a call to balance dual perspectives—old beliefs vs. new revelations, what you thought you knew vs. the questions that keep nagging. Expect to catch yourself overthinking decisions or revisiting opinions you thought were set in stone. The vibe? Challenge your assumptions, question everything, and let curiosity lead. Think of it as a cosmic reboot of your “truths,” stripping away outdated views that no longer serve you in the here and now.
For the Witch and their Craft
For you, Libra Rising Witch, this retrograde is like a direct line to reexamine the very foundations of your craft. The Ninth House doesn’t just represent philosophical study—it’s the cauldron of why we do what we do. Gemini’s quicksilver energy brings both sides of every belief to the forefront, giving you the freedom to mix up your magical approach. Maybe your spells need more intellectual rigor, or perhaps your rituals are begging for a fresh infusion of ancient texts or folklore. This is the perfect time to explore a forgotten magical tradition, study a language for spell work, or dive into the hidden depths of symbols and signs. Question everything, experiment boldly, and let this transit guide you to an entirely new understanding of your magical path.
Scorpio Rising – Eighth House Activation
Everyday Life Influence
Jupiter retrograde dives into your Eighth House, the space of shared resources, deep transformation, and all things taboo. Gemini’s influence adds a twist, urging you to explore what’s been hidden or “off-limits” in your life. This period might have you reconsidering joint finances, power dynamics, or hidden aspects of your psyche. Prepare for some intense introspection that digs beneath the surface of everyday life—no stone left unturned.
For the Witch and their Craft
Scorpio Rising Witch, this retrograde is your invitation to do the real, deep magic. This is the space for shadow work, ancestor work, and transformations that redefine your craft. With Gemini’s dual influence, explore the intersections of life and death, love and loss, and all things hidden. Try working with energies you may have avoided in the past, like baneful herbs or taboo spellwork. This transit is your chance to transform the dark corners of your magic into powerful assets.
Sagittarius Rising – Seventh House Activation
Everyday Life Influence
Jupiter retrograde in Gemini activates your Seventh House of partnerships and one-on-one relationships, nudging you to take a hard look at the dynamics in your closest connections. Gemini’s influence may bring dual perspectives or unresolved conversations to the forefront. This transit can be a cosmic check-in to see if your partnerships still align with your values or if adjustments are overdue.
For the Witch and their Craft
For the Sagittarius Rising Witch, this retrograde is a prompt to examine your magical partnerships. Maybe you’re rethinking a mentor, student, or partner in magic, assessing whether their energy aligns with your path. Gemini’s influence encourages open dialogue, making it a great time to lay all cards on the table. Rituals for harmony, honesty, or even release may help you maintain magical balance during this period.
Capricorn Rising – Sixth House Activation
Everyday Life Influence
Jupiter retrograde in Gemini turns its lens on your Sixth House of health, routines, and service. Gemini’s influence has you analyzing your day-to-day rituals and questioning whether they’re supporting or sabotaging your long-term goals. This is the time to reevaluate what’s working, what isn’t, and where you can make practical adjustments to align your routines with your core values.
For the Witch and their Craft
Capricorn Rising Witch, this retrograde asks you to examine the rituals that make up your practice. Have they become too routine, too predictable? This period is ideal for revitalizing your craft, swapping out ingredients or adding a fresh approach to your spells. Gemini’s influence encourages flexibility, so consider experimenting with the structure of your magic. Make every part of your routine intentional, infusing it with your unique energy.
Aquarius Rising – Fifth House Activation
Everyday Life Influence
With Jupiter retrograde lighting up your Fifth House, creativity, joy, and pleasure take a contemplative turn. Gemini’s influence could have you exploring dual perspectives in what brings you joy. This is a time to revisit your hobbies, passions, and expressions of self-love. Are they still fulfilling, or do they need a revamp?
For the Witch and their Craft
Aquarius Rising Witch, this retrograde is your chance to inject creativity into your practice. With Gemini’s adaptability, try exploring different forms of spellwork, divination, or artistic rituals that feed your spirit. This is the time to focus on joy-driven magic—allow yourself to indulge in spells and rituals that bring delight, and see how that elevates your craft.
Pisces Rising – Fourth House Activation
Everyday Life Influence
Jupiter retrograde in Gemini touches your Fourth House of home, family, and roots, encouraging you to revisit the foundational aspects of your life. With Gemini’s influence, it may feel like you’re balancing dualities within your family or between past and present. Use this time to honor your roots, but also to examine which traditions you want to carry forward.
For the Witch and their Craft
Pisces Rising Witch, this transit invites you to create magic within your home. Gemini’s influence suggests blending various traditions, making it an ideal time to bring diverse elements into your space. Whether it’s ancestor veneration, protection rituals, or a renewed relationship with household spirits, let your home be a living sanctuary for your craft.
Jupiter Rx in Gemini is about learning, expanding (within), and challenging in all the “not-so-pretty” ways. It’s a chance to reconnect with your craft and reconsider how knowledge, relationships, and beliefs fit into the big, chaotic tapestry of witchcraft. Buckle up, witches; this retrograde is here to keep you sharp, discerning, and forever a student of the mystical mysteries.