Mercury

Mercury symbolizes thinking, learning, communication. Its sign shows how this principle expresses; the house shows where it seeks expression.

Essentials

• Principle: Thinking, learning, communication
• Traditional Rulerships: Gemini, Virgo

In the birth chart

• By sign: Expression style of mercury themes
• By house: Life area where mercury focuses
• By aspect: How mercury collaborates or conflicts with other planets

Timing

• Transits and progressions to mercury activate learning cycles related to its principle.