Last updated on July 19th, 2022 at 07:35 pm
Mercury in the 1st house unites with the energies of the 1st zodiac sign Aries, which shares common energies with the given house.
It is important to note that the positive placement of Sun and the 1st house lord carry an important role in amplifying the favorable effects or saving from negative results of ill-placed Mercury in the 1st house.
Sun is linked with this house because it is a natural planet of soul, dignity, and spiritual wisdom.
The 1st house ruler becomes the guide of Mercury in this house the condition of which determines deeper outcomes of this combination.
Additionally, the majority of results are also determined by the zodiac sign in which Mercury resides in the 1st house.
Results of Mercury in 1st House
A Graha with directional strength propels the native towards the direction ruled by it (Mercury-East) and endows required resources, jewels, conveyances, etc. Complete contentment is attained in the given direction.
Saravali 5.36
Mercury gains directional strength or Digbala in the 1st house and amplifies the results provided by the considered combination to a great extent. The significations and characteristics of Mercury also get highly amplified which provides various beneficial results.
That is because Mercury is the strongest in East direction which is signified by the 1st astrological house, where the Sun rises, which is also the ascendant, where the soul rises at birth.
Handsome
Generally speaking, the influence of a natural benefic planet over the ascendant indicates (like timepiece) being blessed with (by God) physical attractiveness of the body.
Mercury with directional strength in the ascendant indicates (like timepiece) being blessed with (by God) well-proportioned and handsome physique with lovely face full of glory and shine. If Mercury is in favorable sign, it indicates (like timepiece) being blessed with (by God) a long-lasting handsome and youthful appearance.
Kind & Soft-Spoken
Mercury governs the art of speech which in the 1st house (of overall personality) indicates speaking in an especially tactful and kind manner. The kindheartedness of people with this combination is felt through their positively influencing way of speaking. In addition to being soft-spoken, these natives are also especially good listeners. They are also very responsive in discussions as Mercury is a fast moving planet symbolizing swiftness of skills.
The style of speech can be altered by the influences of other planets. Accordingly, if a natural malefic planet is associated (by conjunction or aspect) then it provides a rough intonation to a kind speech.
The considered combination also indicates being fond of long and thoughtful conversations with like-minded people.
Healthy
A well-placed Mercury with directional strength in favorable sign in the ascendant indicates (like timepiece) being blessed with (by God) sound health and longevity. However, if Mercury is ill-placed it indicates various health ailments related to skin, nerves, or nervous system in general (mental health).
Noble & Intelligent
Mercury, the planet of intelligence, in the first house with directional strength (of head, brain-power, and wisdom) produces an especially intelligent, well-learned, and noble person. Besides this, the considered combination indicates (like timepiece) being blessed with (by God) natural talent and wisdom regarding arithmetics, astrology, mathematics, which also promotes excellent results in different related studies.
The wisdom provided by Mercury in the 1st house is contagious – people with this combination have the capacity to motivate surroundings to become smarter and better.
Honor & Good Dignity
The 1st house belongs to the triangle of righteousness in which the condition of a planet speaks about the dignity of a person.
As Mercury gains directional strength in this house, the native is having good Mercurian traits. That is, they are very skilled, valorous, communicative, and active. They are willing to take risks and put in hard effort and take action in order to succeed in their undertakings. All their Mercurian traits increase their reputation and recognition.
It is important to remember that Mercury itself should be in good dignity for the natives to become famous for pious deeds.
Otherwise, if Mercury is undignified or unfavorably placed sign-wise, it indicates using the Mercurian traits in a selfish and immoral manner. That is, they are extremely talented and skilled, but use these for sinful deeds. Valor enables them to execute these immoral deeds.
Mercury is also a planet of merchants or entrepreneurs which indicates earning through trading using clever schemes for increasing profit.
Bold
The first house carries Martian energies and the placement of Mercury in the considered house provides a great amount of bravery. Such a native is not necessarily aggressive, but brave enough to face obstacles, opposition, and any other adversity by being polite and tolerant at the same time. People with this combination overcome enemies by employing logical, tactful, and carefully planned steps to win over opposition.
Great Strategist
Mercury, a planet of swiftness, trickiness, and intelligence, in the 1st house of self and mentality provides strong organizing skills and strategic mentality. This combination indicates being a great and skillful strategist, schemer, or organizer.
People with this combination are efficient managers and capable of overtaking large, complex, and difficult tasks with ease by utilizing the quick and efficient power-of-brain provided by Mercury in the considered house.
Natural Entrepreneurs
Mercury is the planet of merchants in astrology the placement of which in the 1st house provides an in-depth interest in entrepreneurship.
In fact, the 1st house is about head and mentality in which the positioning of Mercury, the planet of merchant provides inherently strong entrepreneurial skills and intelligence.
If Mercury is well-placed in the considered house it indicates the successful establishment of business, especially when related to crafts, arts, writing, communication, networking, guiding, teaching, motivating, coaching, and other activities signified by the considered planet.
Sharing complex information in a quick way through writing, speaking, or publishing is the expertise of Mercury in the 1st house.
Ill-placed Mercury in the ascendant makes it hard to establish a business as it deprives of natural entrepreneurial skills and wisdom. However, if 1st house lord supports (by being placed well) it indicates obtainment of the required wisdom after initial struggles.
Alternatively, if Mercury is well-placed while the 1st house lord is ill-placed, it indicates being strong mastermind with having skills, intelligence, and wisdom in abundance but which are directed to corrupt deeds.
Bhadra Pancha Mahapurusha Yoga
The positioning of Mercury in own or exalted sign in the 1st house (or in any other of the quadrangular houses 1, 4, 7, 10) produces a powerful planetary combination Bhadra Yoga, which is one of the five Pancha Mahapurusha Yogas.
The highly favorable planetary combination brings out all of the best qualities of Mercury and the house involved. According to the significations of Mercury, Bhadra Yoga indicates (like timepiece) being blessed with (by God) an attractive appearance with beautiful and charming speech.
It also indicates (like timepiece) being blessed with (by God) sharp intelligence, highly analytical mindset, wealth, and success at an early age with the help of astonishing entrepreneurial/organizational abilities. Other than that, it produces a very generous, charismatic, and helpful person.
Classical Analysis
Bhrigu Sutras
According to this classical source, Mercury in any state in the 1st house is capable of giving good results because of gaining directional strength. Hence, house-wise, this is the most favorable house for Mercury.
First of the matters mentioned is that individuals with this combination are well versed in various sciences. As the 1st house signifies early age, it indicates that such natives are intelligent and smart from very young ages because of their eagerness to learn new things. In addition to that, they will be devoted to spirituality and interested in the sciences related to spirituality or religion.
That interest becomes from the fact that Mercury is the natural planet of righteous action and the 1st house is the member of the righteousness triangle. The combination makes a person very devoted to righteous and spiritual principles which becomes their axiom of living life.
It is also mentioned that these natives are skilled in metaphysical sciences, which makes them proficient in Mantras, Yantras, Tantras, and other similar spiritual activities. This gives them the ability to purify the souls of others and guide them towards the path of righteousness.
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Religious truth & wisdom to bless your life
Keep repenting and repeating secretly in mind: "God is enough for me and I bear witness that there is no other worthy of worship than the Almighty Creator alone" for the joy and abundance of God to flow in.
(Surat al-Baqarah 2:163)
Whoever makes the Hereafter (aims for piety & righteousness to attain salvation) his/her goal, Allah (english: God) makes his/her heart rich, and organizes his/her affairs, and the world comes to him/her whether it wants to or not.
(Jami` at-Tirmidhi 2465)
And God is the most merciful and loving. The God Almighty said: By My might and majesty, I will continue to forgive them, as long as they seek My forgiveness.
(Musnad Aḥmad 11237)
And God protects the faithul more than a caring Mother protects her child.
(Sahih al-Bukhari 5999)
Do not perform idolatry, impiety, disrespect for parents. Never endanger lives (saving one life is like saving whole humanity). Do not commit theft, adultery, false witness (disregard all cruel conspiracies towards innocent believers), and do not envy.
(Surat al-An’am 6:151-153)
The Messenger of God [PBUH] used to stress charity in his sermons, and prohibit mutilation. But protect truth and believers at all costs.
(Sunan an-Nasa'i 4047)
There must be no racism, sects, tribes, or gangs amongst you, and take special care of women, and increased rewards get those who educate women especially who suffer in calamities.
(The Last Sermon, Riyad as-Salihin 278)
Holy Prophet [PBUH] raised the status of and established legal rights for women which were never present before, and protected them from harassment, and stressed duty and good treatment to mother. Also, completely prohibited injustice towards girl-children (unjust people used to get rid of them for financial reasons).(Sahih al-Bukhari 3446, Al-Adab Al-Mufrad 5, al-Baqarah 2:228)
All people are practically beleivers if they believe in one God, The Prophets (some of them: Solomon, Moses, Jesus) and The Seal of Prophets (Muhammad) peace be upon them. That is, do not be quick to judge and leave judgment to God except when there is direct threat to righteous beleivers.
All people are practically beleivers if they believe in one God, The Prophets (some of them: Solomon, Moses, Jesus) and The Seal of Prophets (Muhammad) peace be upon them. That is, do not be quick to judge and leave judgment to God except when there is direct threat to righteous beleivers.
I heard Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) as saying while pointing his hands towards the east: The turmoil would appear from this side; verily, the turmoil would appear from this side (he repeated it thrice)(Sahih Muslim 2905e).Muhammad [PBUH] was most akin to Jesus [PBUH], who is coming back, and the best of people will be under protection of Jesus [PBUH].
Some of The Last Words of God via The Last Prophet [PBUH]
(Riyad as-Salihin 1808)
Such natives will be also inherently adventurous because the 1st house carries the energies of the 1st adventurous and explorer zodiac sign Aries. At the same time, Mercury is the messenger that is designed for taking on long trips to gather inspiration and spread information. They have the inclination to take on many pilgrimages and long journeys to spiritually significant destinations.
As Mercury is the planet of communication, such natives with this combination are skilled in it. They also express themselves in a pleasant and delightful manner that proves to be beautifully irresistible to the audience.
Furthermore, if Mercury is associated with a natural benefic planet either by aspect or conjunction, such natives attain ample gains with their intelligence and highly powerful mentality. They are also strategic and skillful which enables them to be as efficient as possible in their venture that enables exponential growth of prosperity.
It is also said that such natives are especially skilled in handling arms and weapons. This interpretation is from old times where the skill of handling a sword was crucial which is provided by the wisdom and strategic intelligence of Mercury. As the 1st house denotes the physical body as well, the given classical source states that such natives have strong bodies.
If Mercury is a favorable sign (friendly) in the 1st house, it bestows great vitality of soul and healthy body altogether. Their body and hair will shine of good health and strength.
It is also mentioned that in the 27th year such natives gain abundant wealth gains and attain great academic achievements.
Furthermore, f Mercury is in its own or exaltation sign, it indicates that the native is very pure and righteous from the soul which motivates them to perform an abundant amount of saintly deeds. Hence, it is also said that such natives with strongly dignified Mercury in the 1st house attain heaven after their current life.
However, if Mercury in the 1st house is in unfavorable sign (inimical, fallen) or conjunct with a natural malefic planet, the native will have lowered vitality which makes them prone to catch health issues, especially regarding skin.
This is also said to make these natives hostile to good and righteosu people. The undignified Mercury also causes becoming deceitful.
If Mercury is in conjunction with or in the house of a malefic, the native will suffer from diseases (possibly skin diseases), bilious troubles and jaundice.
If Mercury is fallen in Pisces in the 1st house, it indicates that the native is very deceitful, but behaves like a saint in public. At the same time, they create secretive schemes for own benefit while causing losses to others. Thus, it is mentioned that heaven is not yet attainable for such natives. It is also mentioned that such natives will be servants of evil forces on Earth.
In other popular classical sources Brihat Jataka and Phaladeepika, similar positive results are mentioned that such natives will be well learned in various sciences, including those of spiritual and religious ones.
Saravali
According to Saravali, individuals with Mercury in their 1st house will have an exceptionally beautiful physique and healthy body. They are well versed in complex topics, including maths, arithmetics, poetry, etc. They are efficient and delightful communicators.
using their profound knowledge of complex sciences, such as astrology, such natives are able to determine favorable time frames in which they apply their effort in order to achieve success and prosperity in their undertakings.
Chamatkara Chintamani
According to this classical source, a well placed Mercury in the 1st house is able to diminish many negative influences of other ill-placed planets in the horoscope. That is because a dignified planet in the st house of righteousness makes a person very truthful and saintly. It also gives the ability to stop all bad thoughts and evil temptations that are caused by other negatively placed planets, if there is any.
As Mercury is the planet of communication, both written and verbal, this combination is said to bestow wealth from activities that involve publishing or information transfer.
Discover Mercury in various astrological zodiac signs for more in-depth results.
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