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Sri Rama Dootha Hanuman Chalisa - Prayers to Lord Hanuman

Sri Rama Dootha Hanuman One of the outstanding figures that enter the holy

pages of Ramayana and strides across like a colossus is Hanuman. His matchless

character, heroic deeds and towering spirituality made Swami Vivekananda

remark, 'You have now to make the character of Mahavira Hanuman your ideal. See

how at the command of Ramachandra he crossed the ocean. He had no care for life

or death! He was a perfect master of his senses and

wonderfully wise. You have now to build your life on this great ideal of

personal service. Through that, all the other ideals will gradually manifest in

life. Obedience to guru without questioning, and strict observance of

Brahmacharya this is the secret of success. As on the one hand Hanuman

represents the ideal of service, so on the other he represents leonine courage,

striking the whole world with awe. He has not the least hesitation in

sacrificing His life for the good of Rama. A supreme indifference to everything

except the service of Rama, even the attainment of the status of Brahma and

Siva, the great Gods! Only the carrying out of Rama's behest is the one vow of

his life! Such whole­hearted devotion is wanted.'

justify; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in">Hanuman is the embodiment of the four

Yogas. His will, emotions, intellect and actions were perfectly refined and

grounded in spirituality. This is the mature all-round character development

that Swami Vivekananda placed before all seekers of God. Hanuman, an ancient

ideal, is therefore highly relevant to modern man. Hanuman Chalisa, the boon

of Tulsidas, will find a place in every home where it can act as a panacea for

all problems, be they physical, mental or spiritual.

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mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in">Sri Hanuman is said to be an incarnation of

Siva. Brihaspati, the guru of the gods, had an attendant by the name of

Punjikasthala. She was cursed to assume the body of a female monkey. The curse

was to be removed on her giving birth to an incarnation of Siva. She was born

as Anjana. She lived a life of chastity and purity. With her husband Kesari (so

named on account of his being as brave as a lion), she performed intense

austerities for many years, and worshipped Siva. Pleased with her devotion,

Siva granted her a boon that He would be born to her.

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0in">Dasaratha was the king of Ayodhya. He performed a sacrifice in order to

have progeny. As a result, he got sacred pudding to share among his wives. Thus

were born Rama, Lakshmana, Bharata, and Satrughna. By divine ordinance, a kite

snatched a fragment of that pudding and while flying over the forest dropped it

where Anjana was engaged in worship. Vayu, the deity of wind, delivered that

pudding to the outstretched hands of Anjana. She immediately swallowed it.

Hanuman was born to her as a result. After the birth of Hanuman, Anjana was

released from the

curse. She wished to return to heaven. Hanuman asked his mother what his future

would be and how he was to earn his living. She assured him that he could never

be destroyed, and said that fruits as ripe as the rising sun would form his

food. When he saw the glowing sun he thought that was a fruit his mother

referred to. Being divine in nature, he made a leap, and started flying towards

it. Rahu, one of the gods presiding over the planets, saw this. He was

exclusively enabled to harass the sun, thus causing eclipses to it. He

complained to Indra, the king of gods, of this new threat to his power. Indra

struck Hanuman with thunderbolt, his weapon, wounding his chin and causing him

to fall down to earth. Vayu carried Hanuman to the nether regions. When Vayu,

the wind-god departed from the earth all life was endangered. Brahma and all

the other gods went to him and begged him to return. In order to appease him

they conferred great boons on the baby Hanuman. The Blessings of all the gods

made Hanuman invincible. Hanuman mentally chose Surya, the Sun­ god, as his

guru. Surya accepted him as his disciple. But there arose a problem. Sun is

always on the move across the sky. It was not possible for him to stop his

journey for the sake of teaching Hanuman. For, if he stops the world-would be

in chaos. But Hanuman was so mighty that he said that he would travel with Sun

with the same speed. Thus Hanuman traversed the sky and at the same time

concentrated fully on his lessons. Within a short period he mastered all the

scriptures. Surya considered the manner in which Hanuman accomplished his

studies as sufficient Dakshina, the tuition fees. But

Hanuman pressed him to accept more. Surya then asked him to assist his son

Sugriva, who was living at Kishkindha, by being his minister and constant

companion. Hanuman met Rama while the latter was in banishment. He was with

his brother Lakshmana, and was searching for his wife Sita, who was abducted by

the Rakshas Ravana. Their search had taken them to the vicinity of the mountain

Rishyamukha. There Sugriva was hiding from his brother Vali, with his

ministers. Sugriva was suspicious that they might have been sent by Vali to

kill him. Hence, he sent Hanuman to ascertain whether they were friends or

foes. Hanuman approached them in the guise of a Brahmin. His

first words to them were such that Rama immediately said to Lakshmana, 'None can

speak thus without mastering the Vedas and their branches. Nor is there any

defect in his countenance, eyes, forehead, brows, or any of his limbs. His

accents are captivating. Even an enemy who has his sword uplifted will be

moved. Indeed, success awaits the king whose emissaries are so accomplished.'

When Rama revealed His identity, Hanuman fell prostrate before him and Rama

picked him up clasped him to his bosom. Thereafter the story of Hanuman is

inextricably interwoven with that of Rama, and is exhaustively dealt with in

the Ramayana.

#333333"> To summarize Hanuman introduces Rama to Sugriva: goes off in search of

Sita; discovers and consoles her in Lanka; burns the city and kills many demons;

brings together Vibhishan and Rama; returns to Lanka with Rama, features very

prominently in the battle that ensues between Rama and Ravana; saves the life

of Lakshmana by bringing the Sanjeevini, the life­ giving herb, from the

Himalayas; and serves Rama forever.

mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in">Hanuman finds a place in the Mahabharat, the

other epic, too. He helped the Pandavas in the battle of Kurukshetra by

positioning himself on the flag of Arjuna's chariot stabilising and protecting

it. Hanuman is said to be Chiranjeevi, one who lives eternally. He serves,

protects and inspires the servants of God. Saints like Tulsidas had the vision

of God through the grace of Hanuman. HANUMAN

CHALISA Shree Guru Charan Saroj Raj, Nij Man Mukar Sudhari, Barnau Raghuvar

Bimal Jasu, Jo dayaku Phal Chari With the dust of Guru's Lotus feet, I clean

the mirror of my mind and then narrate the sacred glory of Sri Ram Chandra, The

Supreme among the Raghu dynasty. The giver of the four attainments of life.

Budhi heen Tanu Janike, Sumirow, Pavan Kumar, Bal Buddhi Vidya Dehu Mohi,

Harahu Kalesh Bikaar Knowing myself to be ignorant, I urge you, O Hanuman, The

son of Pavan! O Lord! Kindly Bestow on me strength, wisdom and knowledge,

removing all my miseries and blemishes. Jai Hanuman Gyan Guna Sagar Jai Kipis

Tihun Lok Ujgaar Victory to Thee, O Hanuman, Ocean of wisdom and virtue,

victory to the Lord of monkeys who is well known in all the three worlds

white; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 6pt; TEXT-ALIGN: center">Ramdoot Atulit Bal Dhamaa, Anjani

Putra Pavansut naamaa. You, the Divine messenger of Ram and repository of

immeasurable strength, are also known as Anjani putra and known as the son of

the wind - Pavan putra. Mahebeer Bikram Bajrangi, Kumati Nivaar Sumati Ke

Sangi. Oh Hanumanji! You are valiant and brave, with a body like lightening.

You are the dispeller of

darkness of evil thoughts and companion of good sense and wisdom. Kanchan Baran

Biraaj Subesaa, Kanan kundal kunchit kesa. Shri Hanumanji's physique is golden

colour. His dress is pretty, wearing 'Kundals' earrings and his hairs are long

and curly. Hath Bajra Aur Dhvaja Birjai, Kandhe Moonj Janeu saage.

center">Shri Hanumanji is holding in one hand a lighting bolt and in the other a

banner with sacred thread across his shoulder. Shankar Suvna Kesari Nandan, Tej

Pratap Maha Jag Vandan. Oh Hanumanji! You are the emanation of 'SHIVA' and you

delight Shri Kesari. Being ever effulgent, you and hold vast sway over the

universe. The entire world propitiates. You are adorable of all. Vidyavaan Guni

Ati Chatur, Ram Kaj

Karibe Ko Atur Oh! Shri Hanumanji! You are the repository learning, virtuous,

very wise and highly keen to do the work of Shri Ram, Prabhu Charittra Sunibe

Ko Rasiya, Ram Lakhan Sita man basyia. You are intensely greedy for listening

to the narration of Lord Ram's life story and revel on its enjoyment. You ever

dwell in the hearts of Shri Ram-Sita and Shri Lakshman. Sukshma roop Dhari

Siyahi Dikhwana, Bikat roop Dhari Lank Jarawa You appeared before Sita in a

diminutive form and spoke to her, while you assumed an awesome form and struck

terror by setting Lanka on fire. Bhim roop Dhari Asur Sanhare, Ramchandra Ke

kaaj Savare. He, with his terrible form, killed demons in Lanka and performed

all acts of Shri Ram. Laye Sajivan Lakhan Jiyaye, Shri Raghubir harashi ur

laye. When Hanumanji made Lakshman alive after bringing 'Sanjeevini herb' Shri

Ram took him in his deep embrace, his heart full of joy. Raghupati Kinhi Bahut

Badaai, Tum Mama Priya Bharat Sam Bahi. Shri Ram lustily extolled Hanumanji's

excellence and remarked, "you are as dear to me as my own brother Bharat"

Sahastra Badan Tumharo Jas Gaave, Asa kahi Shripati Kanth Laagave. Shri Ram

embraced Hanumanji saying: "Let the thousand - tongued Sheshnag sing your

glories" Sankadik Brahmadi

Muneesa, Narad Sarad Sahit Aheesa Sanak and the sages, saints, Lord Brahma, the

great hermits Narad and Goddess Saraswati along with Sheshnag the cosmic

serpent, fail to sing the glories of Hanumanji exactly Jam Kuber Digpal Jahan

Te, Kabi Kabid Kahin Sake Kahan Te What to talk of denizens of the earth like

poets and scholars ones etc even Gods like Yamraj, Kuber, and Digpal fail to

narrate Hanuman’s greatness in Toto. Tum Upkar Sugrivahi Keenha, Ram Miali

Rajpad Deenha Hanumanji! You rendered a great service for Sugriva, It were you

who united him with SHRI RAM and installed him on the Royal Throne. Tumharo

Mantro Bibhishan Maana, Lankeshwar Bhaye Sab Jag Jaana. By heeding your advice.

Vibhishan became

Lord of Lanka, which is known all over the universe. Juug Sahastra Jojan Par

Bhaanu, Leelyo Taahi Madhur Phal Jaanu Hanumanji gulped, the SUN at distance of

sixteen thousand miles considering it to be a sweet fruit. Prabhu Mudrika Meli

Mukha Maaheen, Jaladhi Langhi Gaye Acharaj Naheen. Carrying the Lord's ring in

his mouth, he went across the ocean. There is no wonder in that. Durgam Kaaj

Jagat Ke Jeete, Sugam Anugrah Tumhre Te Te. Oh Hanumanji! all the difficult

tasks in the world are rendered easiest by your grace. Ram Duware Tum

Rakhavare, Hot Na Aagya Bin Paisare.

center">Oh Hanumanji! You are the sentinel at the door of Ram's mercy mansion or

His divine abode. No one may enter without your permission. Sab Sukh Lahen

Tumhari Sarna, Tum Rakshak Kaahu Ko Darnaa. By your grace one can enjoy all

happiness and one need not have any fear under your protection. Aapan Tej

Samharo Aapei, Tanau Lok Hank Te Kanpei When you roar all the three worlds

tremble and only you can control your might. Bhoot Pisaach Nikat Nahi Avei,

Mahabir Jab Naam Sunavei. Great Brave on. Hanumanji's name keeps all the

Ghosts, Demons evils spirits away from his devotees. Nasei Rog Hare Sab Peera,

Japat Niranter Hanumant Beera

#333333"> On reciting Hanumanji's holy name regularly all the maladies perish

the entire pain disappears. Sankat Te Hanuman Chhudavei, Man Kram Bachan Dhyan

Jo Lavei. Those who remember Hanumanji in thought, word and deed are well

guarded against their odds in life. Sub Par Ram Tapasvee Raaja, Tinke Kaaj

Sakal

Tum Saaja Oh Hanumanji! You are the caretaker of even Lord Rama, who has been

hailed as the Supreme Lord and the Monarch of all those devoted in penances.

Aur Manorath Jo Koi Lave, Soi Amit Jivan Phal Pave. Oh Hanumanji! You fulfill

the desires of those who come to you and bestow the eternal nectar the highest

fruit of life.

6pt; TEXT-ALIGN: center">Charo Juung Partap Tumhara, Hai Parsiddha Jagat

Ujiyara. Oh Hanumanji! You magnificent glory is acclaimed far and wide all

through the four ages and your fame is radiantly noted all over the cosmos.

Sadho Sant Ke Tum Rakhvare, Asur Nikandan Ram Dulare. Oh Hanumanji! You are the

savior and the guardian angel of saints and sages and destroy all the Demons,

you are the seraphic darling of Shri

Ram. Ashta Siddhi Nau Nidhi Ke Data, Asa Bar Din Janki Mata. Hanumanji has been

blessed with mother Janki to grant to any one any YOGIC power of eight Siddhis

and Nava Nidhis as per choice. Ram Rasayan Tumhare Pasa, Sadaa Raho Raghupati

Ke Dasa. Oh Hanumanji! You hold the

essence of devotion to RAM, always remaining His Servant. Tumhare Bhajan Ramko

Pavei. Janam Janam Ke Dukh Bisravei. Oh Hanumanji! Through devotion to you, one

comes to RAM and becomes free from suffering of several lives. Anta Kaal

Raghubar Pur Jai, Jahan Janma Hari Bhakta Kahai.

blue">After death he enters the eternal abode of Sri Ram and remains a devotee

of him, whenever, taking new birth on earth. Aur Devata Chitt Na Dharai,

Hanumant Sei Sarva Sukh Karai You need not hold any other demigod in mind.

Hanumanji alone will give all happiness. Sankat Kate Mitey Sab Peera, Jo

Sumirei Hanumant Balbeera

#333333"> Oh Powerful Hanumanji! You end the sufferings and remove all the pain

from those who remember you. Jai Jai Jai Hanuman Gosai Kripa Karahu Gurudev Ki

Naiee Hail-Hail-Hail-Lord Hanumanji! I beseech your Honour to bless me in the

capacity of my supreme 'GURU' (teacher). Jo Sat Baar Paath Kar Koi,

Chhutahi Bandi Maha Sukh Hoi. One who recites this Hanuman Chalisa one hundred

times daily for one hundred days becomes free from the bondage of life and

death and enjoys the highest bliss at last. Jo Yah Padhe Hanuman Chalisa, Hoy

Siddhi Sakhi Gaurisa As Lord Shankar witnesses, all those who recite Hanuman

Chalisa regularly are sure to be benedicted Tulsidas Sada Hari Chera, Keeje

Nath Hriday Mah Dera. Tulsidas always the servant of Lord prays. "Oh my Lord!

You enshrine within my heart! Pavan Tanay Sankat Haran, Mangal Murti Roop. Ram

Lakhan Sita Sahit, Hriday Basahu Sur Bhoop. O Shri Hanuman, The Son of Pavan,

Savior The Embodiment of blessings, reside in my heart together with Shri Ram,

Laxman and

Sita *****

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