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श्रीगुरु चरण सरोज रज, निज मन मुकुर सुधारि। बरनउँ रघुबर बिमल जसु, जो दायक फल चारि॥
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बुद्धिहीन तनु जानिके, सुमिरौं पवन-कुमार। बल बुद्धि बिद्या देहु मोहिं, हरहु कलेस बिकार॥
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जय हनुमान ज्ञान गुन सागर। जय कपीस तिहुँ लोक उजागर॥1॥
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राम दूत अतुलित बल धामा। अंजनि पुत्र पवनसुत नामा॥2॥
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महाबीर बिक्रम बजरंगी। कुमति निवार सुमति के संगी॥3॥
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कंचन बरन बिराज सुबेसा। कानन कुंडल कुंचित केसा॥4॥
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हाथ बज्र औ ध्वजा बिराजै। काँधे मूँज जनेऊ साजै॥5॥
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संकर सुवन केसरी नंदन। तेज प्रताप महा जग बंदन॥6॥
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विद्यावान गुनी अति चातुर। राम काज करिबे को आतुर॥7॥
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प्रभु चरित्र सुनिबे को रसिया। राम लखन सीता मन बसिया॥8॥
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सूक्ष्म रूप धरि सियहिं दिखावा। बिकट रूप धरि लंक जरावा॥9॥
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भीम रूप धरि असुर संहारे। रामचंद्र के काज सँवारे॥10॥
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लाय सजीवन लखन जियाये। श्री रघुबीर हरषि उर लाये॥11॥
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रघुपति कीन्ही बहुत बड़ाई। तुम मम प्रिय भरतहि सम भाई॥12॥
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सहस बदन तुम्हरो जस गावैं। अस कहि श्रीपति कंठ लगावैं॥13॥
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सनकादिक ब्रह्मादि मुनीसा। नारद सारद सहित अहीसा॥14॥
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जम कुबेर दिगपाल जहाँ ते। कबि कोबिद कहि सकैं कहाँ ते॥15॥
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तुम उपकार सुग्रीवहिं कीन्हा। राम मिलाय राज पद दीन्हा॥16॥
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तुम्हरो मंत्र बिभीषन माना। लंकेस्वर भए सब जग जाना॥17॥
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जुग सहस्र जोजन पर भानु। लील्यो ताहि मधुर फल जानू॥18॥
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प्रभु मुद्रिका मेलि मुख माहीं। जलधि लाँघि गये अचरज नाहीं॥19॥
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दुर्गम काज जगत के जेते। सुगम अनुग्रह तुम्हरे तेते॥20॥
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राम दुआरे तुम रखवारे। होत न आज्ञा बिनु पैसारे॥21॥
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सब सुख लहै तुम्हारी सरना। तुम रक्षक काहू को डरना॥22॥
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आपन तेज सम्हारो आपै। तीनों लोक हाँक तें काँपै॥23॥
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भूत पिसाच निकट नहिं आवै। महाबीर जब नाम सुनावै॥24॥
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नासै रोग हरै सब पीरा। जपत निरंतर हनुमत बीरा॥25॥
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संकट तें हनुमान छुड़ावै। मन क्रम बचन ध्यान जो लावै॥26॥
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सब पर राम तपस्वी राजा। तिन के काज सकल तुम साजा॥27॥
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और मनोरथ जो कोई लावै। सोइ अमित जीवन फल पावै॥28॥
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चारों जुग परताप तुम्हारा। है परसिद्ध जगत उजियारा॥29॥
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साधु संत के तुम रखवारे। असुर निकंदन राम दुलारे॥30॥
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अष्टसिद्धि नौ निधि के दाता। अस बर दीन जानकी माता॥31॥
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राम रसायन तुम्हरे पासा। सदा रहो रघुपति के दासा॥32॥
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तुम्हरे भजन राम को पावै। जनम जनम के दुख बिसरावै॥33॥
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अंत काल रघुबर पुर जाई। जहाँ जन्म हरि भक्त कहाई॥34॥
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और देवता चित्त न धरई। हनुमत सेइ सर्ब सुख करई॥35॥
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संकट कटै मिटै सब पीरा। जो सुमिरै हनुमत बलबीरा॥36॥
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जय जय जय हनुमान गोसाईं। कृपा करहु गुरुदेव की नाईं॥37॥
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जो सत बार पाठ कर कोई। छूटहि बंदि महा सुख होई॥38॥
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जो यह पढ़ै हनुमान चालीसा। होय सिद्धि साखी गौरीसा॥39॥
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तुलसीदास सदा हरि चेरा। कीजै नाथ हृदय मँह डेरा॥40॥
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पवन तनय संकट हरन, मंगल मूरति रूप। राम लखन सीता सहित, हृदय बसहु सुर भूप॥
Meaning & Translation
Verse 0
With the dust of the lotus feet of Shri Guru, I cleanse the mirror of my mind. I describe the pure glory of Raghuvir (Lord Rama), which bestows the four fruits (Dharma, Artha, Kama, Moksha).
Verse 1
Knowing myself to be devoid of intelligence, I remember you, O Son of the Wind (Hanuman). Grant me strength, wisdom, and knowledge, and remove all my sorrows and impurities.
Verse 2
Victory to Hanuman, ocean of wisdom and virtues. Victory to the Lord of Monkeys, who illuminates the three worlds.
Verse 3
You are the messenger of Rama, possessor of immeasurable strength. Son of Anjani, known as 'Son of the Wind'.
Verse 4
Great Hero, mighty as a thunderbolt, you remove evil intellect and are a companion of good sense.
Verse 5
Of golden complexion, adorned with beautiful attire. With earrings in your ears and curly hair.
Verse 6
In your hands, a mace and a banner shine. A sacred thread of Munja grass adorns your shoulder.
Verse 7
Son of Shiva (or incarnation of Shiva), delight of Kesari. Your splendor and might are revered by the whole world.
Verse 8
You are learned, virtuous, and extremely clever. Always eager to perform Lord Rama's tasks.
Verse 9
You delight in listening to the Lord's deeds. Rama, Lakshmana, and Sita reside in your heart.
Verse 10
You appeared before Sita in a tiny form. You assumed a terrifying form and burnt Lanka.
Verse 11
Assuming a gigantic form, you slew demons. Thus, you accomplished Lord Rama's objectives.
Verse 12
You brought the Sanjeevani herb and revived Lakshmana. Lord Rama embraced you joyfully.
Verse 13
Lord Rama praised you greatly. He said, 'You are as dear to me as my brother Bharata.'
Verse 14
Even the thousand-mouthed Sheshnag sings your glory. Saying this, Lord Rama embraced you.
Verse 15
Sages like Sanaka, Brahma, and other great sages. Narada, Saraswati, and Sheshnag (the king of serpents).
Verse 16
Yama (god of death), Kubera (god of wealth), the guardians of the directions. No poet or scholar can describe your full glory.
Verse 17
You did a great service to Sugriva. By uniting him with Rama, you helped him regain his kingdom.
Verse 18
Vibhishana heeded your counsel. He became the king of Lanka, as the whole world knows.
Verse 19
You swallowed the sun, which is thousands of miles away. You considered it a sweet fruit.
Verse 20
With Lord Rama's ring in your mouth. You leapt across the ocean; there is no wonder in this.
Verse 21
All the difficult tasks in the world. Become easy by your grace.
Verse 22
You are the guardian at Rama's door. None can enter without your permission.
Verse 23
All joys are found in your refuge. When you are the protector, what is there to fear?
Verse 24
Only you can control your own might. All three worlds tremble at your roar.
Verse 25
Ghosts and evil spirits do not come near. When the name of Mahavir is uttered.
Verse 26
All diseases perish and all pain is removed. By continuous chanting of the brave Hanuman's name.
Verse 27
Hanuman rescues from distress. Whoever meditates on him with mind, action, and speech.
Verse 28
Rama is the ascetic king over all. You accomplished all of his tasks.
Verse 29
And whoever brings any desire. That person attains abundant fruits of life.
Verse 30
Your glory extends through all four ages. Your fame is well-known, illuminating the world.
Verse 31
You are the protector of saints and sages. Destroyer of demons, beloved of Rama.
Verse 32
You are the bestower of eight Siddhis (powers) and nine Nidhis (treasures). Mother Janaki (Sita) granted you this boon.
Verse 33
You possess the elixir of Rama's name. Always remaining the servant of Lord Rama.
Verse 34
By singing your glories, one attains Rama. And forgets the sorrows of many lifetimes.
Verse 35
At the end of life, one goes to Lord Rama's abode. And is reborn as a devotee of Hari.
Verse 36
One does not need to remember any other deity. Serving Hanuman brings all joys.
Verse 37
All troubles cease and all pain vanishes. For whoever remembers the mighty Hanuman.
Verse 38
Victory, victory, victory to Lord Hanuman. Shower your grace like a divine Guru.
Verse 39
Whoever recites this a hundred times. Is freed from bondage and attains great joy.
Verse 40
Whoever reads this Hanuman Chalisa. Attains perfection; Lord Shiva himself is witness.
Verse 41
Tulsidas is ever a servant of Hari. O Lord, please make your dwelling in my heart.
Verse 42
O Son of the Wind, remover of distress, embodiment of auspiciousness. Dwell in my heart, along with Rama, Lakshmana, and Sita, O King of Gods.
✨Spiritual Benefits
Chanting the Hanuman Path, often centered around the Hanuman Chalisa, offers profound spiritual and material benefits. It bestows immense courage, strength, and unwavering confidence, helping devotees overcome all forms of fear and mental distress. Regularly reciting the path is believed to provide divine protection from negative energies, evil spirits, and adversities. It aids in removing obstacles, ensuring success in endeavors, and granting relief from ailments and suffering. Devotees experience increased wisdom, spiritual growth, and inner peace, fostering a deeper connection with Lord Rama and Hanuman. It's a powerful practice for those seeking emotional stability, physical well-being, and liberation from worldly attachments, leading to ultimate happiness and spiritual fulfillment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of chanting Hanuman Path?
Chanting the Hanuman Path, particularly the Hanuman Chalisa, is believed to invoke Lord Hanuman's blessings for courage, strength, protection, and wisdom. It helps in overcoming fear, removing obstacles, and achieving success in life's endeavors, while also fostering devotion and mental peace.
When is the best time to chant Hanuman Path?
While Hanuman Path can be chanted at any time, Tuesdays and Saturdays are considered especially auspicious for Hanuman worship. Many devotees prefer chanting it in the morning after bathing, or in the evening during sunset, especially during periods of difficulty or when seeking specific boons.
Are there any specific rules or rituals for chanting Hanuman Path?
It is customary to observe purity of mind and body. Devotees often bathe before chanting, sit facing south or east, and light a ghee lamp and incense. While a dedicated altar is ideal, sincerity and devotion are paramount. Avoiding meat and alcohol, especially on chanting days, is also recommended.