There is no mystery higher than this, the mystery of my eyes, the fire residing in them, and how that fire manifests in the form of Mrityunjaya mantra.” It is the source of all protection, physical, mental, and spiritual. assuming different forms and shapes, the power of this light, the Mrityunjaya mantra pervades the whole universe. It is the source of longevity, health, and well-being…. “With this mantra one is able to conquer all one’s enemies (anger, hatred, jealousy, and greed). One of the best ways to understand the Maha Mrityunjaya mantra is as excerpted from the Netra Tantra, translated by Pandit Rajmani Tigunait, PhD – It is important to understand its life-sustaining meaning in order to absorb the healing protection of Lord Shiva’s most powerful energy. The manifestation of Maha Mrityunjaya mantra is not to make human life immortal. On a side note, many make the mistake of going only with the literal translation of the mantra. It holds the highest place along with the Gayatri Mantra, among many mantras chanted for contemplation and meditation. The Maha Mrityunjaya mantra is hailed by sages as essence of the Vedas. According to Shiv Puran, when you have fear of an unknown event, chanting this mantra helps you overcome the fear of unknown and helps you tune into the healing force of the supreme, supporting your growth and lifting you up in times of trouble. Sage Vasishtha pays homage to the Maruts and describes in the final stanza, the supreme mantra revered throughout the scriptures and called the Maha Mrityunjaya mantra, translating literally to the great death-conquering mantra. When the Maruts act in harmony, they create an atmosphere of peace and prosperity in the environment.

They possess strong energies which can be destructive ruining everything in their turn, but can be constructive and be protectors of a household. storms, winds, fires, cyclones, and clouds.

The Maruts control energies of nature i.e. Addressed to the Rudra avatar of Lord Shiva, the hymn begins with honoring the forces of nature (the Maruts) said to be the children of Lord Shiva. Mahamrityunjaya Mantra, also known as the Tryambakam Mantra, is a verse found in the Rig Veda (Mandala VII, Hymn 59), where it is attributed to the sage Vasishtha. While there are many mantras and puja rituals devoted to Lord Shiva with their own set of benefits, Mahamrityunjaya Mantra is one of the most significant ones. Significance of the Maha Mrityunjaya mantra He is the Supreme Being, who creates, protects and transforms the entire universe and is known for bestowing health and longevity upon human life. As the ‘Tri-lochak’ or a ‘three-eyed’ power, Lord Shiva is one of the principal deities of Hinduism.

Mahamrityunjay mantra translation