Planetary Significations - Mars and Mercury
In the celestial cabinet, one is the Commander-in-Chief while the other is the Prince. Let's learn how Mars (Kuja), the symbol of energy and courage, and Mercury (Budha), the symbol of intellect and business, influence human life in this lesson.
1. Mars (Mars/Kuja) - "Bhratru Karaka"
Nature: Cruel (Krura) planet, Fire element. Mars signifies courage, land, and younger siblings.
| Section | Significations |
|---|---|
| Personal | Courage, adventure, self-respect, anger, stubbornness, independent thoughts, arguments, logic, and debts. |
| Body | Blood, bone marrow, muscles, head, face, left ear, bile (Pitta), and surgeries or injuries. |
| Society & Career | Younger siblings, police, military, electricity department, surgeons, real estate (land), and agriculture. |
| Objects & Other | Land, weapons, fire, copper, red color, pigeon peas (Toor dal), South direction, and worship of Lord Subrahmanya. |
2. Mercury (Mercury/Budha) - "Vidya Karaka"
Nature: Benefic (malefic if conjunct with a malefic), Earth element. Mercury signifies intelligence, business, and speech.
| Section | Significations |
|---|---|
| Personal | Intelligence, communication skills, memory, humor, diplomacy, analysis, and writing. |
| Body | Nervous system, skin, tongue, throat, lungs, forearm, and intestines. |
| Society & Career | Maternal uncle, friends, business, astrology, mathematics, accounts, lawyers, teachers, and media. |
| Objects & Other | Emeralds, green color, green gram, books, devotion to Lord Vishnu, North direction, gardens, and sports. |
Health Rule: While Mars rules the blood (Hemoglobin), Mercury rules the nerves and the skin. If either of these planets is afflicted, the corresponding health issues arise.