Chamatkar Chintamani Bhavadhyaya

Even a lion made of gold is still a lion; is there any second to him? When Mars original: "Kuja" afflicts the enemies of the one born under its sign, that individual remains undaunted. Through such valor, wealth increases by means of cattle, vehicles, and garments, provided one remains devoted to Krishna original: "Krishna-nata"; implying the spiritual merit of devotion and performs virtuous deeds.

The rumors of the world or the memories of the past may bring speech that acts like a hunter's snare, causing distress to the body and mind. When the planetary period original: "dasha"; a specific duration of time during which a planet exerts its primary influence comes to an end, it may cause the destruction of what has been established, much like the fall of iron from a great height.

Thus ends the results of Mars.

Now, [Mercury] in the First House original: "Murtigo"; referring to the placement of the planet in the house representing the physical body or the ascendant:

By the command of the great lord, even those who possess a body that shines like gold may find that those who are experts in medicine original: "chikitsa-vido" encounter ailments that are difficult to cure original: "dushchikitsa" if this planet is poorly positioned.

In the Second House the house of wealth and speech; original: "Dhane", one becomes intelligent and knowledgeable. In the assembly of others, such a person shines like a garment of fine quality. Their generosity is likened to the wish-fulfilling tree original: "Kalpavriksha"; a divine tree in Hindu mythology that grants all desires, bringing about the enjoyment of life's fruits.

In matters of trade or when one's conduct is refined, the intellect reaches a state of peace. Even a humble person may enjoy life’s pleasures or choose the path of renunciation. In the Third House original: "Tritiye", the Son of the Moon original: "Chandraje"; a name for Mercury (Budha) makes one wise and well-supported. In the Fourth House original: "Chaturthe", this planet brings a "charming friend" original: "charu-mitram" and grants a special authority over land.