Mercury in Sagittarius

Here, Mercury is in a fire sign, in Jupiter's domicile. This is one of Mercury's weak positions. Since thinking is heavily influenced by the ideological frameworks provided by Jupiter, it tends to be traditional, with little critical thinking. You may possess certain capacities for synthesis (especially for philosophical generalizations), but less so than with Mercury in Aries or Leo. Generally, the Fire element can impart such qualities, but Sagittarius is a so-called tertiary zone, and at an inner level, the Earth element (from Capricorn) is already manifesting here, which is why these abilities are weaker. Mercury in Sagittarius can indicate a great inherent need for information, because Jupiter provides opportunities for expansion, for a broad scope. Most likely, you strive to be very informed, to know everything, especially in the social sphere. You are capable of using such information to strengthen your authority and influence. Moreover, you are definitely well-informed about the dynamics within any social system: who is in favor, who has authority, who has power, and what everyone thinks. This awareness arises because your intellect is attuned to this kind of information. However, you do little analysis of the incoming information, as you may lack concentration. Sometimes you can get entangled in your own mental constructs. An afflicted Mercury in Sagittarius can lead to disorder in thinking and a lack of insight. It should be noted that if you are involved in public activity, you likely tend to create various social projects. Although the balance of power is very subtly considered in them, they are often detached from reality, as they are dependent on the ideology you adhere to. And if it turns out that the ideology is detached from real life, then the projects, however appealing they may look, will have no foundation. Most likely, you have a very wide circle of acquaintances. In communication, you are probably very interesting and proactive; you can instantly make acquaintances on the street and establish connections, simultaneously across a very wide range of relationships: from criminals to ministers. However, your focus in communication will be on superiors, on people who are interesting or authoritative to you. With peers or subordinates, you may behave rather unceremoniously. Perhaps you speak with aplomb, or even very self-assuredly. Communication may have a somewhat grandiloquent and elevated character for you, combined with simplicity of speech and the ability to persuade. People may get the impression that you know "how one should live," and you often teach others this. You are likely convinced of the significance of the words you utter and choose them carefully. Generally, Mercury in Sagittarius is favorable for a teacher, lecturer, missionary, or preacher. If a superior suddenly allows you to be on equal footing with them, you might lose control and start behaving "over-familiarly." Many superiors and non-superiors absolutely cannot tolerate such behavior, and conflicts may arise on this basis. Sometimes you may fail to keep a promise, not out of malice, but because you forgot or were overwhelmed by affairs. Sagittarius is a mutable sign, and if your circumstances change or other interests arise, then because your circle of acquaintances is wide, you forget what was promised. On the one hand, you are a straightforward person and don't harbor ill will; on the other hand, you can express everything rather tactlessly and without regard for the situation, and you may sometimes lack a sense of humor. But in communication, you are most likely friendly, not easily offended, open, and often ready to help.

Children born under Mercury in Sagittarius love communication in all its manifestations. They are always in search of Truth. I mean their constant striving to grasp global principles of the universe: who created the world, why it is arranged in such a way, not otherwise, where humanity is going and what awaits it in the future. It is obvious that they consider it very important to develop a strict philosophy of life and death. They will constantly seek new facts to strengthen their teachings. They tend to look at everything from a great distance, not delving into details. Guiding to the distance, their view often slides over the surface, not penetrating to the essence. They leave too much aside. Stop them, teach them to pay attention to unnecessary (from their point of view) trifles, look a little deeper to see and understand more. They are idealists in everything, even in everyday trifles, and no one is worth deceiving them. Teach the child to be more cautious and approach everything with a reasonable dose of skepticism. Explain that, besides truth, there is cunning and treachery in the world, and one should be prepared for this. Such children are straightforward in their thoughts and communication, which sometimes sincerity seems like coarseness. Say that this touches the feelings of other people, offends them. Explain that one needs to be not only honest but also tactful, and that sometimes it does not harm to choose words. Children with Mercury in Sagittarius love society. They are always full of enthusiasm, always in a heightened mood, always striving for something new. They easily enter any company, always friendly and benevolent. These children love to travel, which allows them to expand their horizons. They love people and care about them, but this is more related to people in general, rather than someone specific who is nearby and may actually need help. Teach the child to be more attentive to those around them at the moment, to their relatives, friends, acquaintances. Remember – he does not tolerate lies. So if you speak untruth, you will lose his respect. These children are open to new things. They are optimists, sincere and straightforward. In words and actions, there is never a hidden meaning, no vagueness of what they mean, they say or do. Regarding school and success, the most important thing is to teach them to always carefully check the completed tasks. They do everything so quickly that they can easily establish mistakes. They can be carefree, despite the fact that they themselves do not approve of this quality. When communicating with such a child, remember that they are impulsive and speak first of what comes to mind. Be patient, do not get angry, they do not mean anything bad and do not want to offend you. Always explain your ideas with enthusiasm, try to interest the child. And once again, the most important thing – always be honest and open, everything should come from the heart.

MERCURY IN SAGITTARIUS: Mercury in Sagittarius: here it is clearly "out of its element", although it gives the individual a philosophical mind, a strong sense of justice, ambition and sincerity, nobility and rebelliousness, and a great ability for both physical and mental activity. Wisdom and prophetic abilities are observed, as well as a good understanding of nature and a love of animals, a desire for change and transformation, for turning points and rearrangements, for travel, business trips and journeys, sports and mass spectacles, scientific activity, jurisprudence and medicine, and cult issues. Noted are quick irritability, excitability, touchiness, nervousness and anxiety, rashness and impulsiveness, excessive frankness, straightforwardness, directness, impulsiveness, and aggressiveness. Although a person has many sudden and unexpected thoughts and ideas, all plans are unstable in nature, as they can be changed directly on the go. These people are easily and quickly inspired, but they also quickly cool down. Language is their worst enemy, as unthoughtful, straightforward speech can ruin and harm in an instant what has been built and created over the years. These people are protected exclusively by the articles and paragraphs of the criminal or civil code. They are suitable for managerial work, but not for independent enterprises. Often, knowledge of foreign languages and connections with distant lands, abroad, and contacts with foreigners are good helpers for them. They strive for high ideals, for the accumulation of knowledge, but throughout their lives, they have to fight for personal freedom, independence, and autonomy.

Serious philosophical thinking, great interest in religion, often act like missionaries. They love to pass on knowledge, love to study and dream of foreign countries. They pay little attention to facts, but they can be clairvoyant and reveal the fate of the masses. They express themselves accurately and say what they think, but their thoughts rarely coincide with traditional views and generally accepted morals, so they are respected in the team. But this can lead to hypocrisy. They love to work in universities, churches, and government. Their goal is to achieve authority and position. They tend to read sermons about common truths. Sometimes they tend to build castles in the air. You have the ability of vision and foresight. Your mind, often occupied with big ideas, plans, goals, is directed to the future. You are interested in what is possible, what is on the horizon, not what has already been done. You are interested in philosophy, religion, politics, education. You are more interested in theories and ideas than in their practical application. You are not inclined to focus your attention on any one practical, specific area; you are bored by details and subtleties. You have the intuition of a gambler. You enjoy taking risks, working in a previously unfamiliar area. Private enterprise, advertising, work as a literary agent or impresario - these are the areas where you can show yourself. Typical diseases: sciatica, neuroses.

This is a very promising Mercury position. When developed, a person gains the ability to express higher energies in words or other symbolic systems and find a middle level and connection between higher religious and worldview ideals and everyday life. Mercury helps Sagittarius find the specific details and means of communication that will link his abstract vision and inspiration with reality. At the same time, on a low level of Mercury's development in Sagittarius, it means a purely mental interest in higher views, ideas, and possibilities; Mercury scatters Sagittarius into small pieces and nuances; having read the Gospel, a Mercury-type Sagittarius can say with shocking ease: "I was interested"; he needs to go through the distance from mental curiosity to inner reverence before divine revelation of higher vision. Another danger of this position is the complete subordination of Mercury to Jupiter (especially if the second is stronger in the horoscope). Then the person's vision of details is subordinate to the vision of the whole and often leads to misinformation, especially when Mercury is afflicted, when ideas and actions of Sagittarius, as well as reality perceived by him, are falsely interpreted: in any case (except for the aspect of Saturn), Mercury emphasizes superficiality, mobility, and inconsistency of Sagittarius.

As your child thinks, learns and communicates, this is an inquisitive and curious mind that may ask you more "why" than you ever thought possible. It will be difficult to answer many of these questions, as they concern subjects such as ethics, God or the nature of things. He craves adventure, and any deviation from his plans may turn into a problem. Your child needs an educational environment where he can freely ask any questions and discuss any topics. One possible problem with this child's way of thinking is that he tends to jump to conclusions. Although your child is likely to be a brilliant student who absorbs the maximum number of ideas with the minimum amount of effort, he may make mistakes due to his tendency to rush ahead. Honesty and truth are very important. Your child will probably let you know what's on his mind. He may sometimes speak before thinking. You may have to teach him the art of diplomacy.

When Mercury is in Sagittarius, the couple's curiosity is truly all-encompassing, they are generous and progressive, and do not see reasons to hide their convictions. In their behavior, they are sincere, impulsive, and may hurt someone's feelings with their words without thinking, they show unexpected honesty and always sense deception. They are sociable, do not like pedants, are easily approachable, and enjoy traveling. With age, when Mercury is afflicted, they may become fixated on one particular worldview, actively promoting it, which may lead to the risk of being left alone.