Topic: गजकेसरी योग

To pacify an afflicted Mercury, one should donate green items on Wednesdays. This includes whole green Moong dal (हरी मूंग), fresh green vegetables, and green clothing. Feeding fresh green grass to cows is also considered highly auspicious.

Since Thursday is ruled by Jupiter (Guru) and dedicated to Lord Vishnu, wearing yellow clothes, donating yellow lentils (Chana Dal), and applying a saffron or turmeric tilak on your forehead will bring excellent luck, wisdom, and financial stability.

In Vedic philosophy, Lord Shiva is "Mahakal" (The Great Time). Planets are merely markers of time and karma. Since Shiva rules over Time itself, He has the power to override or mitigate the malefic effects of any planet.

Devotees should chant the powerful Panchakshari Mantra, "Om Namah Shivaya" at least 108 times using a Rudraksha mala. Reading the Shiva Chalisa afterward is also highly recommended.