Maha Mrityunjaya: A Mantra for Healing

The Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra: Victory Over Death

Original Text: ॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनम् उर्वारुकमिव बन्धनान्मृत्योर्मुक्षीय मामृतात्

Transliteration: Om Tryambakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushtivardhanam Urvarukamiva Bandhanan Mrityormukshiya Mamritat

Breakdown of the Mantra

• Om: The primordial sound.
• Tryambakam: The three-eyed one (Lord Shiva).
• Yajamahe: We worship.
• Sugandhim: Fragrant, virtuous.
• Pushtivardhanam: Nourisher, increasing vitality.
• Urvarukamiva Bandhanan: Like a cucumber from its stalk.
• Mrityormukshiya Mamritat: Liberate us from death for immortality.

Full Meaning

We worship the three-eyed Lord Shiva, who is fragrant and nourishes all beings. May He liberate us from the cycle of death, just as a cucumber is freed from its vine, and grant us immortality.

Associated Deity

Lord Shiva, the destroyer of ignorance and the bestower of immortality.

Origin Story

This mantra is found in the Rigveda and is known for its power to heal and protect from untimely death.

How and When to Chant

Chant this mantra during times of illness, fear, or danger. It is often chanted for healing and longevity. Repeating it 108 times is beneficial.

Benefits

• Protects from accidents and untimely death.
• Promotes healing and recovery.
• Grants courage and strength.
• Brings peace and liberation.