Budh

Budha is represented as being mild, eloquent, and having a greenish complexion. He is represented holding a scimitar, a club and a shield, riding a winged lion in Bhudhan Temple. In other illustrations, he holds a sceptre and lotus and rides a carpet or an eagle or a chariot drawn by lions.

Mercury is the heir apparent of the planetary cabinet. Mercury is witty and takes upon him the nature of the planet associated. He is RAJSIK, earthy and VAISHYA by caste.

The symbol of mercury is a cross hanging down from the circle and a crest on the circle. The crest suggests the immortality of the divine circle. The hanging cross represents the diverse ways of spending the energy.

Mercury's eyes are reddish and broad. He speaks sweetly. His complexion is of green grass. He has strong skin. He is an extremely RAJSIK planet. He is clear in his speech and is pure. He has a mixture of the three humors, i.e. phlegm, bile and wind. He remains delighted and has moderate beauty. He is skillful and sinewy. He is agreeable to all in dressing and speech and wears green robes.