BUDHA(Mercury)

Considered the greatest among the wise, this Devata bestows wisdom and wealth, etc. on his devotees. He removes evil thoughts from their minds. He is the chief among Gnanis (Realised souls). He is considered Vishnu Rupi, because of his beauty and resemblance.

A prayer to Him, especially on Wednesdays brings in manifold benefits like removal of all obstacles, helps one to get a progeny, possession of fertile lands, etc.

In the Zodiac, this devata is the Lord of Mithuna and Kanya. He stays like the Sun for one month in each Rasi, completes the cycle in 12 months, more or less closely in the footsteps of the sun.