It is called the Rudra mantra, referring to the furious aspect of Shiva; the Tryambakam mantra, alluding to Shiva's three eyes; and its is sometimes known as the Mrita-Sanjivini mantra because it is a component of the "life-restoring" practice given to the primordial sage Shukra after he had completed an exhausting period of austerity. The Maha Mrityunjaya mantra is hailed by the sages as the heart of the Veda.

Mahamrityunjay Jaap Puja at trimbakeshwar Mahamrityunjaya means victory over the great death, victory over the illusion of separateness from spirit.

Mahamrityunjay Jaap Puja Vidhi anustan is done for a long and healthy life and to get rid of prolonged sickness. specially for those on their death bed.