Mercury-Rahu Conjunction
The Mercury-Rahu Conjunction tends to amplify Mercury's traits to an unusual degree, thanks to Rahu's exaggerating influence.

Meaning of the Conjunction

  • You tend to be a vocal person, expressing your opinions clearly in front of others.
  • A talkative nature is common, and others may find your constant speech a little irritating.
  • You often communicate more than necessary, giving away more information than the situation calls for.
  • A tendency to exaggerate can lead others to doubt you, even when you're telling the truth.
  • Unusual speaking mannerisms are common, setting your speech apart from those around you.
  • An intellectual personality often develops, with much of your life spent pursuing knowledge.
  • A cunning streak can tempt you to manipulate others through your words.
  • You may occasionally slip into lies, landing yourself in tricky situations that are hard to escape.
  • Illusive speech is common - saying things that ultimately amount to little.
  • Social networking tends to hold real appeal, and you may spend much of your time online.
  • Sibling relationships often feel unusual, striking others as quite extraordinary.
  • Foreign travel appeals to you, along with genuine interest in connecting with people from other lands.

Who Wins the Conjunction

Rahu tends to win the Mercury-Rahu Conjunction, since Mercury's neutral nature gives way easily. Rahu blows Mercury's traits out of proportion, heavily shaping the results of this pairing.

Dignity and Strength

  • Taurus, Gemini, Virgo, and Libra - good results are common, since Mercury holds good dignity here.
  • Aries, Cancer, and Scorpio - outcomes tend to be difficult, since Mercury sits in an inimical position.
  • Sagittarius and Pisces - this conjunction tends to be fruitful, especially if you lean toward the spiritual realm.
  • Capricorn - excellent results are common in law and government work.
  • Aquarius - this placement tends to benefit your professional life.
  • Leo - Rahu tends to dominate here, undercutting Mercury's positive effects.

Conclusion

The Mercury-Rahu Conjunction depends heavily on both planets involved, since Rahu tends to inflate whatever effects Mercury produces.