In Vedic astrology, Mercury (Budha Graha) governs intellect, communication, and business acumen. To strengthen Mercury's influence or to reduce its malefic effects, certain remedies are suggested, especially on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to Mercury. Here are some effective remedies:
1. Wear Green Clothes
Green is the color associated with Mercury. Wearing green clothes or accessories on Wednesdays can help enhance Mercury's positive effects.
2. Offer Prayers to Lord Vishnu or Lord Budha
Worshipping Lord Vishnu or Lord Budha (Mercury) on Wednesday can help appease Mercury. Reciting the Budha Gayatri mantra or Vishnu Sahasranama is highly beneficial.
Mantra to chant:
Om Braam Breem Broum Sah Budhaya Namah
You can also offer prayers with green grass, tulsi leaves, and flowers to Lord Vishnu.
3. Feed Cows or Green-Gram to Birds
Offering green vegetables or fodder to cows, especially on Wednesdays, is a traditional remedy to please Mercury. Feeding birds with soaked green gram (moong dal) is also considered beneficial.
4. Donate Green Items
Mercury is associated with green-colored items, and donating green clothes, bangles, green vegetables, or green gemstones like emeralds to the needy or to Brahmins on Wednesday can help strengthen Mercury’s influence.
5. Worship Goddess Durga or Saraswati
Mercury also governs intellect and education. Offering prayers to Goddess Durga or Saraswati on Wednesday can help enhance knowledge, wisdom, and communication skills.
Saraswati Mantra:
Om Aim Saraswatyai Namah
6. Recite Vishnu Sahasranama
Chanting Vishnu Sahasranama (the thousand names of Lord Vishnu) is a powerful remedy to strengthen Mercury. It helps in reducing the negative effects of Mercury and promotes clarity of mind and communication.
7. Fasting on Wednesday
Fasting on Wednesdays is a highly recommended remedy to reduce the malefic effects of Mercury and bring balance. You can eat light foods like green grams, fruits, and water throughout the day.
8. Wear Mercury-Related Gemstones (Emerald)
Wearing a Mercury-related gemstone like Emerald (Panna) can enhance the planet’s beneficial effects. It is important to wear it after consulting a qualified astrologer, who can prescribe the gemstone based on your birth chart.
9. Practice Meditation and Intellectual Work
Mercury governs the intellect, so practicing activities that improve mental clarity, like meditation, solving puzzles, or reading spiritual texts, can strengthen Mercury's energy.
10. Donate to Schools or Help Students
Since Mercury is the planet of learning and communication, donating to educational institutions, helping students, or offering books and study materials to underprivileged children on Wednesdays can be an effective remedy.
By following these remedies on Wednesdays, you can help strengthen Mercury’s positive influences, which include better communication, enhanced intellect, and improved financial and business prospects.