In these series of posts I will talk about what are Mantras, why are they so popular all across India and what are the benefit associated with chanting them regularly.
Mantras are basically religious verses which can be as small as a few words or really long to cover hundreds of verses. Most of them are short consisting of a couple verses.
Mantras play a significant role in India and most of practicing Hindus chant some form of Mantras on a regular basis with many people chanting them on daily basis.
Mantras are known to have several religious, spiritual, physical and mental benefits and each Mantra carries it’s own specific energy and set of associated benefits.
In this article I will be covering the origin and benefits of Mahamrityunjaya mantra which is considered to be one of the most powerful and effective mantras of Lord Shiva.
Origin of Mahamrityunjaya Mantra!
Mahamrityunjaya is a really ancient mantra and it’s origin is linked to the story of sage Mrikandu who was an ardent devotee of Lord Shiva. He lived with his wife Marudmati and they prayed everyday to Shiva to bless them with a son.
After many years of severe penance and praying, Shiva finally appeared in front of Mrikandu. Shiva said that you were not…
