Maha Mrityunjaya Jaap and Its Benefits - Sadhgathi

The Maha Mrityunjaya mantra was introduced by Rishi Markandeya (or passed down to him by Lord Shiva). This mantra was used to save the life of Chandra Dev when he was cursed by King Daksh. It is one of the most powerful mantras recited in the Vedas, and it harbors the power of Lord Shiva and can solve any problem.

It is composed of three Hindi words: "Maha" means "great", "Mrityun" means "death" and "Jaya" stands for "victory", which turns into victory over death.

The prasad will contain the following:

Mahamrityunjaya Yantra

Mahamrityunjaya Tabiz/pendant

Rudraksha Mala/Holy thread

Energized Bhasm

Benefits of Maha Shivratri Maha Puja

Health:

According to Hindu shastras, Maha Mrityunjaya Puja is considered extremely beneficial for a long and healthy life.

Negative Energy:

It works very efficiently for those who are under the influence of negative energy, as it helps to eliminate the dark energies and protect against them in the future.

Kundali/Natal Chart Dosh:

Those with Pitra Dosh and Kaal Sarp Dosh in their kundli / natal chart can get relief from these doshas through this puja.

Desired Life:

This puja helps to lead a healthy, prosperous and successful life.

Precautions to be followed during the process of Mahamrityunjaya Puja/Yagna/Homam

Avoid eating non-vegan food and alcohol (if applicable) during the puja rituals

If there is anything else that needs to be done during the homam, we will inform you via phone call.

What are the different types of Mahamrityunjaya Pooja?

The Mahamrityunjaya mantra pooja is divided into different types depending on how often the mantra is chanted, such as

In the first type, the mantra is recited 11000 times. This is the least number for recitation and therefore requires less number of priests and days for completion.

In the second type, the mantra is recited 21000 times.

The third type consists of reciting the mantra 31000 times.

The fourth type is where the recitation of the mantra occurs 62000 times.

The last and fifth type is where the mantra is recited 125000 times. It is the largest pooja of all.

Benefits and Wonders of Mahamrityunjaya Mantra -

Here is a listing of the benefits that can be obtained by performing the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra:

Maha Mrityunjaya pooja is useful in overcoming chronic and life-threatening diseases and improving the health of an individual tremendously.

This pooja also results in creating a protective shield for the performer's family.

It also increases the life expectancy of the devotee who performs it.

The very powerful pooja helps to overcome all the issues and problems in a person's life by eradicating all the evil effects of life.

This pooja can also help in achieving professional success and leading an ambitious life.

Chanting this mantra during pooja also clears the blockage of energy points in the body and provides peace.

Moreover, this is also useful in overcoming the bad effects of the planets in the birth chart.

What is the purpose of Maha Mrityunjaya Pooja and why should one do it?

Here is why the Maha Mrityunjaya mantra is chanted 108 times:

The pooja generally takes place to avoid premature death predicted by the Jyotish in the near future.

Also, in the case of a person who has health problems, this pooja is performed to improve the patient's condition.

The performance of this pooja also rectifies doshas like Nadi Dosha and Bhakut Dosha that occur during Guna Milaan or marriage.

Who should chant the Maha Mrityunjaya mantra?

This pooja must be performed only by a group of 6 or 7 experienced priests who should perform the chanting on behalf of the devotee.

If this is not done, it may do more harm than good to the devotee.

How to perform Maha Mrityunjaya Jaap at home?

Time required: 30 minutes.

Here is how to make Maha Mrityunjaya Jaap:

Recite Mantra

The best time to perform the Mahamrityunjaya mantra is early in the morning, reciting the mantra five times in a mala. Reciting the Mahamrityunajaya mantra 108 times is believed to surround your system with the protection of Shiva's energy, the most powerful energy.

Performing Abhishek

One should offer the flowers to Shivlinga and perform the Lord's Abhishekam with milk and water.

Perform Sankalp

One should perform the Sankalp and pour water into the pot to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva.

Worship of Lord Shiva

Further, one should worship Lord Shiva with the help of fruits, incense sticks, Bel leaves, water and a lamp.

Perform Havan

Havan takes place after the Maha Mrityunjaya Jaap pooja is completed. After that, the worshippers should wait for the positive results of the pooja.