Mahamrityunjaya Mantra

Conqueror of Death

A powerful mantra for healing, longevity, and overcoming fears, dedicated to Lord Shiva as the conqueror of death.

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Lord Shiva

Deity

33 syllables

Length

Healing & Longevity

Purpose

Significance

The Mahamrityunjaya Mantra is one of the most powerful mantras in Hinduism, dedicated to Lord Shiva in his form as the conqueror of death. It is believed to have the power to heal physical and mental ailments, remove fears, and grant longevity. The mantra is often recited for protection, healing, and spiritual liberation.

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Sanskrit Verses

ॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनम्

उर्वारुकमिव बन्धनान् मृत्योर्मुक्षीय माऽमृतात्

English Translation

Om Tryambakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushtivardhanam

Urvarukamiva Bandhanan Mrityormukshiya Maamritat

Meaning

We worship the three-eyed Lord Shiva who is fragrant and nourishes all beings

May he liberate us from death, for the sake of immortality, even as the cucumber is severed from its bondage to the creeper

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Pronunciation

Om Try-am-bakam Yaa-jaa-ma-he Su-gand-him Pushti-vard-ha-nam, Ur-va-ru-ka-mi-va Ban-dha-naan Mri-tyor-muk-shi-yaa Maa-am-ri-taat

Best Time to Chant

Early morning and evening, especially during Mondays and on Shivratri

Benefits

Physical and mental healing

Protection from accidents and misfortune

Overcoming fear of death

Spiritual liberation and longevity

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