Of the Planet Mercury

Mercury, winged messenger of the heavens—swift mind and voice of the gods

Where Mercury is strong, words are keen, hands are skillful, and learning comes swiftly

Mercury: The Messenger

Mercury in his chariot, riding across the heavens.

Speedy and unpredictable, the twinkling planet Mercury has long represented reason, commerce, and the pursuit of knowledge, and is distinct in its openness to the influence of other heavenly bodies.