Om tryambakam yajaamahe
sugandhim pushthivardhanam;
Urvaarukamiva bandhanaan
Mrityormuksheeya maamritaat.

Mahamrityunjaya Mantra, one of the most powerful and revered mantras in Hinduism. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this mantra is chanted for protection, healing, and overcoming fears, particularly the fear of death. Here’s a deeper look at its meaning:

Meaning:

• Om – The universal sound, the vibration of the cosmos.
• Tryambakam – Refers to the “three-eyed one,” a description of Lord Shiva.
• Yajamahe – We worship, honor, and revere.
• Sugandhim – The fragrant one, who is uplifting and beautiful in essence.
• Pushtivardhanam – The one who nourishes and bestows well-being.
• Urvaarukamiva – Like a ripe cucumber (or fruit) detaches from the vine effortlessly.
• Bandhanaan – From bondage (of worldly attachments or limitations).
• Mrityor Mukshiya – Liberate us from the cycle of death.
• Maamritaat – But not from immortality; bless us with the nectar of immortality.

ॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे
सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनम् ।
उर्वारुकमिव बन्धनान्
मृत्योर्मुक्षीय मामृतात् ॥