Maha Mruthyunjaya Japa/Homam is dedicated to Lord Shiva to prevent premature deaths. The Mruthyunjaya Homam is executed to get Jaya or the victory over Mritya or death. The object of worship of this homa is Lord Shiva. One of Lord Shiva’s synonyms is Mrityu. Mrityu which means the death of death or the destroyer of death.. The first is famous for purifying the blood and the second is used as medicine because, in one place, it is thought that this homam gives the longevity-on the performer. The hymns are devoted to many major diseases. Since these are used as offerings in this home to Mrityu, the god of death, praying for a long life. This homam also relieves Mrityu dosha or premature death. Dedicated to Lord Shiva to Prevent Premature Deaths Maha Mrityunjaya Homam is executed to obtain Jaya or Victory over Mritya or death.