Maha Mrityunjay Mantra

We worship the three-eyed Lord Shiva, who is the source of the fragrant essence of life and the nurturer of the universe. O Lord Shiva! Just as a cucumber is freed from its vine, may we also be freed from the bonds of death and granted immortality.

What is the Maha Mrityunjay Mantra?

The Maha Mrityunjay Mantra is an ancient and sacred Vedic mantra dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is also known as the 'Tryambak Mantra.' This mantra is chanted with the focus on Lord Shiva's third eye, symbolizing his powerful vision. The mantra is mentioned in the Rudrashtadhyayi of the Yajurveda. Since it has the power to grant life, it is also referred to as the 'Sanjeevani Mantra.'

Method to Chant the Maha Mrityunjay Mantra

1. Choose a peaceful and sacred place for chanting. You can chant this mantra at your home's prayer area or a temple.

2. Take a bath and wear clean clothes, and purify the prayer area as well. Light incense and a lamp (diya) as part of the ritual.

3. Use a Kushasan (sacred seat) while sitting in the east or north direction.

4. Chant the mantra using a Rudraksha mala, ensuring clear and correct pronunciation of the mantra.

5. Before starting the chanting, set a firm intention in your mind regarding the purpose of your chanting. This enhances the power of the mantra.

Benefits of Chanting the Maha Mrityunjay Mantra

1. Protection from untimely death: According to religious beliefs, chanting the Maha Mrityunjay Mantra helps to avoid untimely death.

2. Health benefits: If you are suffering from a serious illness, chanting this mantra can bring health improvements.

3. Relief from planetary doshas: Chanting this mantra helps to overcome troubles caused by planetary doshas or planetary influences.

4. Liberation from sins: This mantra is also used to free oneself from sins.

5. Protection of wealth and property: It is chanted to resolve issues related to financial losses, property disputes, and economic problems.

6. Peace in the home: If there is unrest or family conflicts in the home, chanting this mantra brings peace.

7. Freedom from unknown fears: Chanting this mantra also helps to free oneself from fears such as the fear of legal actions or any other unknown dangers.

Rules for Chanting the Maha Mrityunjay Mantra

1. Chant a fixed number of mantras. You can increase the number of mantras chanted each day, but it should never decrease.

2. Keep incense and a lamp burning while chanting.

3. Always use a Rudraksha mala and keep it in the 'Gau-mukhi' position. Do not remove the mala until the chanting is complete.

4. Keep a statue, image, or idol of Lord Shiva, or the Maha Mrityunjay Yantra nearby while chanting.

5. Sit on a Kushasana and ensure that your face is towards the east direction while chanting.

6. Always chant the mantra in the same place, maintaining consistency. Focus your mind completely on the mantra without allowing your mind to wander.

7. Do not engage in false speech, avoid consuming meat or alcohol, and practice celibacy during the period of chanting.