 In the Vedas it finds its place in three texts – a) the Rig veda VII.59.12, b) the Yajur Veda III.60, and c) the Atharva Veda XIV.1.17.It is said to be beneficial for mental, emotional and physical health and to be a moksha mantra which bestows longevity and immortality.According to some "puranas", the "Maha mrityunjaya Mantra" has been used by many "rishis" as well as Sati during the time when Chandra suffered from the curse of Prajapati Daksha.