Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra for Healing

The Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra

This is a life-giving mantra used to conquer death and disease.

Original Text:

ॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनम्। उर्वारुकमिव बन्धनान्मृत्योर्मुक्षीय मामृतात्॥

Transliteration:

Om Tryambakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushtivardhanam Urvarukamiva Bandhanan Mrityor Mukshiya Maamritat॥

Breakdown of the Mantra

• Om: The primordial sound of the universe.
• Tryambakam: The three-eyed one (referring to Shiva).
• Yajamahe: We worship or adore.
• Sugandhim: Fragrant or virtuous.
• Pushtivardhanam: Nourishing or increasing vitality.
• Urvarukamiva: Like a cucumber.
• Bandhanan: From bondage.
• Mrityor: From death.
• Mukshiya: May I be liberated.
• Maamritat: Not from immortality.

The Mantra and Its Meaning

"Om. We worship the three-eyed one, who is fragrant and nourishes all. May he liberate us from death for the sake of immortality, just as a cucumber is severed from its vine."

The mantra seeks liberation from the cycle of death and rebirth. It's a prayer to Lord Shiva to grant freedom from disease, fear, and the limitations of mortality.

Associated Deity

Lord Shiva, particularly his form as Tryambakam (the three-eyed one), is the deity associated with this mantra. He is the destroyer of ignorance and the bestower of immortality.

Origin Story

The Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra is found in the Rigveda (7.59.12). Legend says that Rishi Markandeya, who was destined to die young, recited this mantra with unwavering devotion to Lord Shiva and was granted immortality.

How and When to Chant

• How: Chant with sincere devotion and a pure heart. Focus on Lord Shiva and visualize the healing energy flowing through you. Use a mala for counting repetitions.
• When: Chant during times of illness, fear, or hardship. It can also be chanted regularly for overall well-being and protection. Mondays are considered auspicious for Shiva.

Benefits

• Conquers fear of death.
• Heals diseases and ailments.
• Promotes longevity and vitality.
• Provides protection from harm.
• Grants liberation from the cycle of birth and death.