Mahamrityunjaya Mantra
ॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनम् । उर्वारुकमिव बन्धनान्मृत्योर्मुक्षीय माऽमृतात् ॥
A Rigvedic verse addressed to Shiva (Rigveda 7.59.12), traditionally chanted for health, protection, and longevity.
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Meaning of Mahamrityunjaya Mantra
The Mahamrityunjaya Mantra ('great death-conquering mantra'), also called the Tryambakam Mantra, is a verse from the Rigveda (7.59.12) addressed to Tryambaka, 'the three-eyed one,' an epithet of Shiva. It is one of the oldest and most revered verses in Hindu tradition, traditionally associated with health, protection, and longevity.
How to Chant Mahamrityunjaya Mantra
Traditionally chanted 108 times using a rudraksha mala, often during illness, difficult life transitions, or as part of a regular daily practice. Because this is a full verse rather than a short name, many practitioners start with fewer repetitions and build up gradually.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this different from the short name-based chants on this site?
Yes — it's a full Vedic verse rather than a repeated short name, so each repetition takes longer to recite aloud. The counter still works the same way: each tap logs one complete repetition.