Mercury is the smallest and closest planet to the sun, while actively shrinking! Only slightly larger than Earthβs Moon. Though small, Mercury is the fastest planet in our Solar System, making it a perfect indicator of communication, intellect, and travel within astrology. In spirituality Mercury can be associated with things like introspection, inner strength, using ones mental agility and stability in self as a guide through life and events, freedom of choice, the cooperation of two interdependent beings, and duality. In astrology the sign Mercury was in on the day of your birth is said to represent how you learn, communicate, your curiosity, and how you curate yourself to share with the world. Similar to introspection, and cooperation with others. Mercury represents two elements, Earth and Air, ruling over the zodiac signs Virgo, and Gemini. Mercuryβs glyph - βΏ
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