Planets
Mercury
Mercury represents the mind, perception and reasoning.
Current position
ScorpioLongitude
221.69°Motion
Direct
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Core meaning
Mercury adapts to the planets it contacts, coloring thought with their nature. Mercury is linked with speech, writing, learning and exchange. Mercury represents the mind, perception and reasoning.
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Traditional doctrine
Ptolemy treats Mercury as of common influence, taking on the nature of the planets it is connected with. Mercury rules Gemini and Virgo in traditional astrology.
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Constructive expression
At its best, Mercury expresses subtle intelligence, eloquence and a love of learning and travel.
04
Challenging expression
Under strain, tradition describes Mercury as a restless wit that argues and chatters to no purpose.
05
Love
In relationships, Mercury themes favor conversation, humor and mental connection.
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Work and career
At work, Mercury is associated with writing, teaching, trade, analysis and short journeys.
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Money
With money, Mercury themes favor research, negotiation and attention to terms.
09
Wellbeing
For wellbeing, Mercury themes point to giving the mind clear inputs and real breaks.
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Retrograde concept
A planet is retrograde when, seen from Earth, it appears to move backward through the zodiac; no planet actually reverses its orbit. When Mercury is retrograde, modern astrologers read the period as a time to review communication, plans and agreements.
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