

The reason for it being named Tryambakam Mantra is self explanatory because it worships a three-eyed deity. It is also called Tryambakam Mantra or Mrita-Sanjivini mantra or Rudra Mantra. This mantra worships a three-eyed deity commonly identified with Lord Shiva. The literal translation of this name means Great Death-conquering Mantra. And thus it helps in overcoming the fear of death. And it is said that when this mantra is it chanted with great devotion and serious contemplation it is said that the knowledge of this birth and death cycle is revealed to the aspirant. This mantra is said to have the power to remove all sufferings, ward off all evils, remove diseases and bestow the aspirant with health and energy.

There are very few mantras that stand on par with Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra (also known as Mahamrityunjay Mantra, Rudra Mantra, Tryambakam Mantra or Maha Sanjivini Mantra).
