Mercury in Scorpio: Results, Dignity & Remedies
Mercury in Scorpio — dignity
The lord of Scorpio is Mars, a natural neutral of Mercury — results stay moderate and balanced; the deciding role belongs to house placement and aspects.
Element blend and effect on temperament
Scorpio is a fixed water-element sign, while Mercury carries the earth element — this dialogue of elements gives the temperament its own distinct shade: the sign's atmosphere moulds the planet's significations.
Here Mercury expresses Intelligence, Speech, Business, Math, Logic, Writing, Skin in the colours of Scorpio — Scorpio is a fixed sign of the water element — owned by Mars, its natives are intense, determined, mysterious and have a strong will. Calm on the surf…
When and how results arrive
Which house this sign occupies is the biggest decider: the same Mercury in Scorpio speaks about personality in the 1st house, about career in the 10th. Results peak in the Mahadasha–Antardasha of Mercury and at transit contacts.
Its position in the Navamsa (D9) is the second test — with strength there, even an ordinary-looking placement delivers extraordinary results.
General remedies for Mercury
To give strength to Mercury, Wednesday fasting, chanting 'Om Budhaya Namah', worshiping Vishnu/Ganesha and Vidya-dan (book/education) are the best. The gemstone emerald is worn in gold/silver, in junior, on Wednesday. Donation of green things (moong, green clothes), help to girls/students and regular study are especially beneficial. Gemstones only after proper chart consultation.
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