Mercury is the
indicator of one's discriminating intellect and wisdom. Mercury is considered beneficial
if it is associated with beneficial planets, but is considered malefic if associated with
malefic planets.Mercury
rules the signs - Gemini and Virgo. He is exalted in Virgo and is fallen in Pisces - the
sign 180 degrees opposite Virgo. Both Moon & Mercury rules the mind, whereas Moon
governs our innocent mind, Mercury governs our intellect - that part of our mind that
discriminates between the good & evil. Mercury accepts nothing at face value - it
first evaluates the facts.
Mercury also rules over trade and
commerce, education, communication - both written & oral. Deep thinkers,
scholars,astrologers, excellent public speakers and acclaimed writers are all blessed with
a strong Mercury. So too are witty people - as Mercury has a very good sense of humor.
Mercury is strongest in one's 1st
House. His nature is "Airy" & he rules the North. The day of the week he
governs is Wednesday. Mercury reaches full maturity at age 32.
A final note for the believers: The
gemstone for strengtening one's weak Mercury is Emerald.
