Mercury (budh)
Mercury (Budh) stands for intellect, speech, trade, numbers, learning. Exalted in Kanya (Virgo), weakest in Meena (Pisces). Its dasha lasts 7 years.
Budha represents intellectual clarity, quick learning, and skillful communication. In ancient lore, Mercury is the prince of the planets, celebrated for curiosity, wit, and friendly trade. It reminds us that clear reasoning, polite speech, and honest bookkeeping bring prosperity and long-lasting trust to all human exchanges.
What it rules
- Governs intellect, analytical thinking and discernment
- Signifies speech, pleasant communication and humor
- Rules trade, commerce, accounts and fair business
- Represents learning, book knowledge and quick writing
- Guides youthfulness, adaptability and cheerful curiosity
In daily life
Read a good book every day, balance your household accounts honestly, speak kindly without harsh sarcasm, and feed green grass to cows or birds.
Mantra
ॐ बुधाय नमःMercury in each house
House 1 · House 2 · House 3 · House 4 · House 5 · House 6 · House 7 · House 8 · House 9 · House 10 · House 11 · House 12
Mercury in each sign
Mesha (Aries) · Vrishabha (Taurus) · Mithuna (Gemini) · Karka (Cancer) · Simha (Leo) · Kanya (Virgo) · Tula (Libra) · Vrishchika (Scorpio) · Dhanu (Sagittarius) · Makara (Capricorn) · Kumbha (Aquarius) · Meena (Pisces)