The Hanuman Chalisa, written by Goswami Tulsidas ji, is a devotional hymn praising Lord Hanuman. It teaches courage, devotion, wisdom, and protection from fear and difficulties.
Let’s explore it verse by verse, with meanings and life lessons. 🌼
Opening Doha
Chaupai – Main 40 Verses
Jai Hanuman gyan gun sagar
Victory to Hanuman ji, ocean of wisdom and virtues.
Jai Kapis tihun lok ujagar
You illuminate all three worlds.
Ram doot atulit bal dhama
You are Lord Ram’s messenger and full of unmatched strength.
Anjani putra Pavan sut nama
You are the son of Anjani and the wind god.
Life Lesson: True strength combines wisdom, courage, and devotion.
Mahavir vikram Bajrangi
You are brave and strong like thunder.
Kumati nivar sumati ke sangi
You remove evil thoughts and accompany good ones.
Kanchan varan viraj suvesa
Your golden body shines brightly.
Kanan kundal kunchit kesa
You wear earrings and have curly hair.
Hath vajra aur dhvaja biraje
You hold a thunderbolt and a flag.
Kandhe moonj janeu sajai
The sacred thread shines across your shoulder.
Life Lesson: Courage and goodness make your presence inspiring.
Sankar suvan Kesari nandan
You are son of Kesari and connected to Lord Shiva.
Tej pratap maha jag vandan
Your greatness is admired throughout the world.
Vidyavan guni ati chatur
You are knowledgeable, virtuous, and very clever.
Ram kaj karibe ko aatur
You are always eager to serve Lord Ram.
Prabhu charitra sunibe ko rasiya
You love hearing stories of Lord Ram.
Ram Lakhan Sita man basiya
Lord Ram, Lakshman, and Sita reside in your heart.
Sukshma roop dhari Siyahi dikhava
You took a tiny form to meet Sita Mata.
Vikat roop dhari Lanka jarava
You took a fierce form to burn Lanka.
Bhima roop dhari asur sanhare
You destroyed demons in a gigantic form.
Ramchandra ke kaj sanvare
You completed the tasks of Lord Ram.
Life Lesson: True devotion is selfless service and courage.
Laye Sanjivan Lakhan jiyaye
You brought the Sanjivani herb and saved Lakshman ji.
Shri Raghuvir harashi ur laye
Lord Ram embraced you happily.
Raghupati kinhi bahut badai
Lord Ram praised you greatly.
Tum mama priya Bharat hi sam bhai
He said you are as dear as his brother Bharat.
Sahas badan tumharo yash gaave
Thousands of mouths cannot sing all your glory.
Asa kahi Shripati kanth lagaave
Lord Ram embraced you while saying this.
Sankadik Brahmadi Muneesa
Sages and gods praise your greatness.
Narad Sarad sahit Ahisa
Narad, Saraswati, and Sheshnag honor you.
Jam Kuber Digpal jahan te
Even Yama, Kuber, and the guardians of directions recognize your glory.
Kavi kovid kahi sake kahan te
Poets cannot fully describe your greatness.
Life Lesson: Helping others selflessly earns respect and love.
Tum upkar Sugrivahi keenha
You helped Sugriv meet Lord Ram.
Ram milaye rajpad deenha
Through you, Sugriv regained his kingdom.
Tumharo mantra Vibhishan maana
Vibhishan accepted your advice.
Lankeshwar bhaye sab jag jana
He became king of Lanka with your guidance.
Yug sahastra yojan par Bhanu
The sun is far away in the sky.
Leelyo tahi madhur phal janu
You thought it was a sweet fruit and tried to eat it!
Prabhu mudrika meli mukh mahee
You carried Lord Ram’s ring in your mouth.
Jaladhi langhi gaye acharaj nahee
You crossed the ocean easily.
Durgaam kaj jagat ke jete
All difficult tasks are possible with your blessings.
Sugam anugrah tumhare tete
Even tough challenges become easy with your grace.
Final Verses
Life Lesson: Remember Hanuman ji to overcome fear, difficulties, and negativity. Keep devotion and goodness in your heart always.
Aarti Hanuman Ji ki
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