In Vedic astrology, Mercury (Budha) governs intellect, speech, communication, commerce, analysis, learning and dexterity. Where it sits in your birth chart colours an entire area of life. Choose a house below to read how Mercury behaves there — its strengths, its challenges, and the traditional remedies.
Exalted in: Virgo
Debilitated in: Pisces
Own sign: Gemini & Virgo
Day: Wednesday
Gem: Emerald (Panna)
Mantra: Om Budhaya Namah
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Mercury in the 1st House
Self & Personality
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Mercury in the 2nd House
Wealth & Family
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Mercury in the 3rd House
Courage & Siblings
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Mercury in the 4th House
Home & Mother
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Mercury in the 5th House
Children & Intellect
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Mercury in the 6th House
Health & Obstacles
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Mercury in the 7th House
Marriage & Partnership
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Mercury in the 8th House
Transformation & Longevity
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Mercury in the 9th House
Fortune & Dharma
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Mercury in the 10th House
Career & Status
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Mercury in the 11th House
Gains & Networks
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Mercury in the 12th House
Loss & Liberation
Remedies for Mercury
- Chant "Om Budhaya Namah" or the Vishnu Sahasranama on Wednesdays.
- Donate green moong dal, green cloth or books to students.
- Feed green fodder to cows; help children with their education.