Budh (Mercury) Remedies
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Budh is the graha associated with intellect, speech, writing, trade and analytical skill. This page gathers the remedies traditionally used for Budh: its gemstone, the 4 mukhi rudraksha, the Budh yantra, bracelets and other sacred items. Each is selected under Pt. Rahul Kaushl.
Budh in Vedic astrology
The Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra describes each graha by the signs it rules, the sign of its exaltation and debilitation, and what it signifies in a chart. A well-placed Budh supports these areas of life; an afflicted one is strengthened or pacified with the remedies below.
| Graha | Budh (Mercury) |
|---|---|
| Day | Wednesday |
| Gemstone (ratna) | Emerald (Panna) |
| Common upratna | Peridot or green onyx |
| Rudraksha | 4 mukhi (modern practice) |
| Rules | Mithuna and Kanya |
| Exalted in | Kanya |
| Debilitated in | Meena |
| Signifies | Intellect, speech, writing, trade and analytical skill |
Remedies for Budh
- Mantra: Om Braam Breem Braum Sah Budhaya Namah, chanted 108 times, ideally on Wednesday.
- Gemstone: Emerald (Panna), worn only after a chart check, since a gemstone strengthens its planet for better or worse. A gentler, more affordable choice is peridot or green onyx.
- Rudraksha: the 4 mukhi rudraksha, linked with Budh in modern practice.
- Yantra: the Budh yantra or a Navagraha yantra, installed on Wednesday in Shukla Paksha.
- Daan and conduct: charity and steady conduct on Wednesday are the simplest traditional remedies, and they need no purchase.
Whether Budh needs strengthening or pacifying depends on your chart. Consult Pt. Rahul Kaushl before choosing a gemstone.
Frequently asked questions
Which gemstone is for Budh?
Emerald (Panna) is the ratna of Budh. Its common substitute is peridot or green onyx. Wear it only after your birth chart has been checked.
Which rudraksha is for Budh?
The 4 mukhi rudraksha is linked with Budh in modern practice.
What is the mantra of Budh?
The beej mantra is Om Braam Breem Braum Sah Budhaya Namah. It is traditionally chanted 108 times on Wednesday.
Which day is for Budh?
Wednesday is traditionally associated with Budh, and remedies are usually started on that day.
How do I know if Budh is weak in my chart?
An astrologer reads the sign, house, aspects and dasha of Budh in your birth chart. Signs of strength or weakness show in the areas Budh signifies, but a reading is the reliable way to decide.
