Is Mercury strong in Capricorn?

Mercury's strength in Capricorn depends on whether the sign is its own sign, exaltation, debilitation, or a friendly/enemy sign. Saturn rules Capricorn, and Mercury's relationship with Saturn determines comfort level. Check the detailed analysis above.

What is the remedy for weak Mercury in Capricorn?

The primary remedy for strengthening Mercury is wearing Emerald (set in the appropriate metal). Additionally, chanting Budha mantra on Wednesdays and fasting on Wednesdays can help. Donate items associated with Mercury's color (Green).

Graha in Rashi

Mercury in Capricorn

बुध in मकर

Quick Answer

Mercury (बुध) is in Capricorn (मकर), ruled by Saturn. The relationship is neutral — Mercury can function adequately but without the boost of friendly territory or the challenge of enemy ground. The expression depends heavily on other chart factors.

Mercury (Budha)

Nature: Benefic (when with benefics)
Governs: Intellect, communication, trade, education, siblings, writing
Element: Earth
Gemstone: Emerald
Day: Wednesday
Color: Green

Capricorn (Makara)

Symbol: Sea-Goat
Element: earth
Quality: cardinal
Ruler: Saturn
Devanagari: मकर

Remedies for Mercury

Gemstone: Wear Emerald in the appropriate metal after consulting an astrologer.

Mantra: Chant Budha beej mantra 108 times on Wednesdays.

Fasting: Observe a fast on Wednesdays to strengthen Mercury.

Charity: Donate items of green color on Wednesdays.

Other Mercury Placements

Mercury in Aries Mercury in Taurus Mercury in Gemini Mercury in Cancer Mercury in Leo Mercury in Virgo Mercury in Libra Mercury in Scorpio Mercury in Sagittarius Mercury in Aquarius Mercury in Pisces

Other Planets in Capricorn

Sun in Capricorn Moon in Capricorn Mars in Capricorn Jupiter in Capricorn Venus in Capricorn Saturn in Capricorn Rahu in Capricorn Ketu in Capricorn