When Mercury (Budh) is placed in the Ninth House, it blesses the native with a curious, philosophical, and knowledge-seeking mind. The Ninth House represents higher learning, religion, long-distance travel, philosophy, law, luck, and dharma (life purpose). Mercury, being the planet of intellect, communication, logic, and curiosity, when placed here, gives the person a strong desire to learn, explore, and understand the world through knowledge and ideas. These individuals are thinkers, travelers, and teachers who value truth, wisdom, and communication. General Characteristics Mercury in the Ninth House gives a philosophical and analytical approach to religion and spirituality. Such people like to…