Mahamrityunjay Mantra in English
The Mahamrityunjaya Mantra, also known as the "Tryambakam Mantra," is one of the most powerful Vedic mantras dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is a mantra of protection, healing, and liberation.
Here is the mantra in Sanskrit:
Om Tryambakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushtivardhanam
Urvarukamiva Bandhanan Mrityor Mukshiya Maamritat.
Meaning:
- Om: The sacred sound, invoking the Supreme.
- Tryambakam: Refers to the three-eyed form of Lord Shiva.
- Yajamahe: We worship, honor, and adore.
- Sugandhim: The fragrant one (symbolizing purity and divinity).
- Pushtivardhanam: Bestower of nourishment, health, and prosperity.
- Urvarukamiva: Like a cucumber or fruit detaching from its stem.
- Bandhanan: From the bondage of worldly attachments or suffering.
- Mrityor Mukshiya: Liberate us from the cycle of death and rebirth.
- Ma Amritat: Do not deprive us of immortality (spiritual liberation).
Benefits:
- Healing: Known to have a profound healing effect and is chanted for overcoming health issues.
- Protection: Provides spiritual protection against negativity and untimely death.
- Peace: Brings mental peace, emotional balance, and inner strength.
- Liberation: Aims to free the soul from the cycle of life and death, leading to ultimate moksha (liberation).
It is traditionally chanted 108 times daily for maximum benefits, often with a Rudraksha mala.
