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Mahamrityunjaya Mantra
ॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनम्
Om Tryambakaṃ Yajāmahe Sugandhiṃ Puṣṭivardhanam
Shiva
Shiva
What is the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra?
Mahamrityunjaya Mantra (Om Tryambakaṃ Yajāmahe Sugandhiṃ Puṣṭivardhanam) is a Shiva mantra dedicated to Shiva. The great death-conquering mantra to Lord Shiva, invoking healing, longevity and liberation from fear.
Key Facts
- Deity
- Shiva
- Category
- Shiva
- When to chant
- During illness or for wellbeing, on Mondays.
- Repetitions
- 108 (one mala)
- Related festival
- Maha Shivaratri
Meaning
The great death-conquering mantra to Lord Shiva, invoking healing, longevity and liberation from fear.
Pronunciation
Om Tryum-buh-kum Yuh-jaa-muh-hay
Benefits (Traditional Beliefs)
- Believed to promote healing and health
- Removes fear of death
- Bestows vitality and protection
When to Chant
During illness or for wellbeing, on Mondays.
Related Festival
Maha Shivaratri
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Last updated June 29, 2026. Content is presented for devotional and educational purposes, with traditional beliefs framed as such.