Acharya Karan V – “Budh” or Mercury, as it is known in English, is one of the “Navagrah” or “Nine Planets” that rule over the twelve zodiacs. The day “Budhvaar” or Wednesday is identified with “Budh”. In Hindu mythology, “Budh” is believed to be the son of Chandra and Tara. In Hinduism, “Budh” is regarded as a saviour of the interests of the merchants hence He is honourably titled as The God of Merchandise.

What is the astrological significance of Planet Mercury or Budh?
In Vedic School of Astrology, “Budh” is associated with high intellectual capabilities, intelligence, analytical mindset, ability to solve puzzles and interact with others efficiently, tendency to delve deep into branches of education like mathematics and science. One having “Budh” prominent in their birth chart tends to be protected by Him from heart-ailments and depressive thoughts. The planet also plays a role in ensuring good relationships with the relatives in the family. Ruler of Kanya and Mithun, “Budh” has its beneficent effect unless it is accompanied by some other malefic planet like Mars, Moon or Jupiter. In case of “Budh” turning hostile, performing certain rituals can pacify Him. As the color green and the day “Wednesday” is associated with “Budh”, one having the ill-effects of “Budh” can donate green-colored clothes on a Wednesdays, as prescribed by most of the astrologers. Some of the other methods to minimize his wrath by worshipping “Mata Parvati”, donation of utensils, sugar and fruits to the needy.

What does palmistry say about Planet Mercury or Budh?
The mercury mount is placed under the little or last finger on both hands. The little finger is also known as mercury finger. If the finger is of good length, prominent mount and undisturbed mercury line then the individual is blessed with excellent analytic skill, intellectuality, business logic, good orator and is blessed with good earnings. Also if there is presence of small lines on mercury or Budh mount then there are very good chances that the individual will get success in fields related to teaching. If the main line of mercury or better known as health line is disturbed or distorted having small cuts or islands or even a mole upon it, then the individual is likely to suffer from acute health troubles especially related to stomach.

Some easy effective Lal Kitab and other remedies for Budh Dosha

1. Donate moong daal khichri (a mixture of rice and green lentil) at least for 5 Wednesdays.
2. Never keep any birds like parrot etc. as pet in home.
3. You can recite Lord Budh Mantra ‘Om Bran Breen Bron Saha Budhay Namah and Lord Ganesha Mantra ‘Om Ganpatay Namah’ 108 times daily.
4. It is always good to donate some money to organizations working for the welfare of transgender community.

What are the astronomical evidences about Mercury?
“Budh” lies closest to the Sun. As it is also not very far from the Earth, one can easily view it in any late evening or early morning on the days when sky is clear. It has earned the sobriquet “Morning Star” as one can see it right before the sunrise. Due to its easy visibility, Mercury has been much talked about in the most of the cultures of the world. Mercury is a unique planet to be observed a lot by the scientists as it is the second densest planet after the earth in our solar system. Mercury can be of great help in the future for the scientists in studying the Sun as it can provide stationary support to the probes.

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