The Hanuman Chalisa is a devotional hymn dedicated to Lord Hanuman, a beloved deity in Hinduism known for his strength, devotion, and loyalty. The Hanuman Chalisa was written by the poet-saint Tulsidas in the 16th century in Awadhi, a dialect of Hindi. Below is an English transliteration and translation of the Hanuman Chalisa:
Hanuman Chalisa in English Transliteration
1. Shree Guru Charan Saroj Raj, Nij mane Mukuru Sudhaari,
Barnaun Raghuvar Vimal Jasu, Jo Daayak Phal Chaari.
2. Budhiheen Tanu Jaanike, Sumirow Pavankumaar,
Bal Budhi Vidyaa Dehu Mohi, Harahu Kalesh Vikar.
3. Jai Hanumaan Gyaan Gun Saagar,
Jai Kapeesh Tihun Lok Ujaagar.
4. Raamdoot Atulit Bal Dhaamaa,
Anjani Putra Pavansut Naamaa.
5. Mahaa Beer Bikram Bajrangi,
Kumati Nivaar Sumati Ke Sangi.
6. Kanchan Baran Biraaj Subesaa,
Kaanan Kundal Kunchit Kesa.
7. Haath Vajra Aur Dhwajaa Biraajai,
Kaandhe Moonj Janeu Saajai.
8. Shankar Suvan Kesari Nandan,
Tej Prataap Maha Jag Bandan.
9. Vidyaavaan Guni Ati Chatur,
Raam Kaaj Karibe Ko Aatur.
10. Prabhu Charitra Sunibe Ko Rasiya,
Raam Lakhan Sitaa Mann Basiya.
11. Sukshma Roop Dhari Siyahin Dikhaavaa,
Vikat Roop Dhari Lanka Jaravaa.
12. Bheem Roop Dhari Asur Sanhaare,
Raamchandra Ke Kaaj Sawaare.
13. Laaye Sajivan Lakhan Jiyaaye,
Shree Raghubeer Harashi Ur Laaye.
14. Raghupati Keenhi Bahut Badaayi,
Tum Mama Priya Bharat Sam Bhaayi.
15. Sahas Badan Tumharo Yash Gaavai,
Asa kahi Shreepati Kanth Lagaavai.
16. Sankadik Brahmaadi Muneesaa,
Naarad Saarad Sahit Aheesaa.
17. Yam Kubera Digpaal Jahaate,
Kavi Kovid Kahi Sake Kahaan Te.
18. Tum Upkaar Sugreevahin Keenhaa,
Raam Milaaya Raajpad Deenha.
19. Tumharo Mantro Vibheeshan Maanaa,
Lankeshwar Bhaye Sab Jag Jaanaa.
20. Yug Sahasra Yojan Par Bhaanu,
Leelyo Taahi Madhur Phal Jaanu.
21. Prabhu Mudrikaa Meli Mukh Maahi,
Jaladhi Langhi Gaye Acharaj Naahi.
22. Durgam Kaaj Jagat Ke Jete,
Sugam Anugrah Tumhare Tete.
23. Raam Duaare Tum Rakhvaare,
Hoat Na Aagyaa Bin Paisaare.
24. Sab Sukh Lahen Tumhaari Sharnaa,
Tum Rakshak Kaahu Ko Darnaa.
25. Aapan Tej Samhaaro Aapai,
Teenhon Lok Haank Te Kaapai.
26. Bhoot Pishaach Nikat Nahin Aavai,
Mahabeer Jab Naam Sunaaavai.
27. Naashai Rog Hare Sab Peeraa,
Japat Nirantar Hanumant Beeraa.
28. Sankat Te Hanumaan Chhudaaavai,
Mann Kram Bachan Dhyaan Jo Laavai.
29. Sab Par Raam Tapasvee Raajaa,
Tin Ke Kaaj Sakal Tum Saajaa.
30. Aur Manorath Jo Koi Laavai,
Soi Amit Jeevan Phal Paavai.
31. Chaaro Yug Partaap Tumhaaraa,
Hai Parsiddha Jagat Ujiyaaraa.
32. Saadhu Sant Ke Tum Rakhvaare,
Asur Nikandan Raam Dulaare.
33. Ashta Siddhi Nau Nidhi Ke Daataa,
As Var Deen Jaanakee Maataa.
34. Raam Rasayan Tumhare Paasaa,
Sadaa Raho Raghupati Ke Daasaa.
35. Tumhare Bhajan Raam Ko Paavai,
Janam Janam Ke Dukh Bisraavai.
36. Antakaal Raghuvir Pur Jaayee,
Jahan Janma Hari-Bhakt Kahaaee.
37. Aur Devtaa Chitt Na Dharaee,
Hanumat Sei Sarv Sukh Karaee.
38. Sankat Kate Mite Sab Peeraa,
Jo Sumirai Hanumat Balbeeraa.
39. Jai Jai Jai Hanumaan Gosaain,
Kripaa Karahu Gurudev Ki Naain.
40. Jo Shat Baar Paath Kar Koi,
Chhootahi Bandhi Maha Sukh Hoyi.
41. Jo Yah Padhe Hanumaan Chaleesaa,
Hoy Siddhi Saakhee Gaurisaa.
42. Tulsidaas Sadaa Hari Cheraa,
Keejai Naath Hridaya Mah Deraa.
Hanuman Chalisa in English Translation
1. With the dust of the Guru's lotus feet, I cleanse the mirror of my mind and narrate the pure glory of Shri Raghuvar, which bestows the four fruits of life.
2. Knowing myself to be ignorant, I meditate on the Wind God's son, Hanuman, who grants strength, wisdom, and knowledge and removes all sufferings and impurities.
3. Victory to Hanuman, the ocean of wisdom and virtue,
Victory to the monkey chief who illuminates the three worlds.
4. You are the messenger of Ram, the abode of immeasurable strength,
Anjani's son, and known as the son of the Wind God.
5. O Mahavir, you are endowed with great strength and courage,
You dispel evil thoughts and are the companion of good intellect.
6. Your complexion is golden, and you are clad in fine attire,
You wear earrings and have curly hair.
7. You hold a thunderbolt and a flag in your hands,
And wear the sacred thread of Munja grass on your shoulder.
8. You are the incarnation of Lord Shiva and the delight of Kesari,
Your glory and valor are revered throughout the world.
9. You are learned, virtuous, and extremely clever,
Always eager to perform tasks for Lord Ram.
10. You delight in listening to the glories of Lord Ram,
And reside in the hearts of Ram, Lakshman, and Sita.
11. Assuming a subtle form, you appeared to Sita,
Assuming a monstrous form, you burned Lanka.
12. Assuming a gigantic form, you destroyed the demons,
And accomplished the task of Lord Ram.
13. You brought the Sanjeevani herb and revived Lakshman,
Lord Ram embraced you with great joy.
14. Raghupati (Lord Ram) praised you greatly,
Saying, "You are as dear to me as my brother Bharat."
15. The thousand-headed Sheshnag sings your glory,
So does Lord Ram, embracing you.
16. Sanaka, Sanatan, Lord Brahma, the sages,
Narad, Saraswati, and the serpent god Sesha sing your praises.
17. Yama, Kubera, and the guardians of the directions,
Poets and scholars are unable to describe your glory.
18. You rendered great help to Sugriva,
By introducing him to Lord Ram and restoring his kingdom.
19. You convinced Vibhishan to accept your advice,
Thus, he became the king of Lanka, known throughout the world.
20. You swallowed the sun, traveling thousands of miles,
Thinking it to be a sweet fruit.
21. Carrying Lord Ram's ring in your mouth,
You leaped across the ocean, an amazing feat.
22. All difficult tasks in the world become easy,
With your grace.
23. You are the guardian of Lord Ram's door,
No one can enter without your permission.
24. All happiness is attained by those who take refuge in you,
There is no need to fear when you are the protector.
25. When you roar, the three worlds tremble,
All evil spirits and ghosts run away.
26. Diseases and pains are eradicated,
By constant repetition of your name, O Mahavir.
27. Hanuman saves those from all difficulties,
Who meditate on him with mind, action, and words.
28. Lord Ram is the ascetic king of all,
You accomplish all tasks for him.
29. And those who bring any desire to you,
They receive the fruit of a fulfilled life.
30. Your glory is renowned in all four ages,
And illuminates the whole world.
31. You are the protector of sages and saints,
The destroyer of demons, and dear to Lord Ram.
32. You are the giver of the eight siddhis (supernatural powers) and nine nidhis (treasures),
As Mother Sita has granted you this boon.
33. You hold the essence of devotion to
Lord Ram,
May you always remain the devoted servant of Raghupati.
34. By singing your praises, one attains Lord Ram,
And all sufferings of countless births are erased.
35. At the end of life, one goes to the abode of Lord Ram,
Where one is known as a devotee of Hari (Lord Vishnu).
36. There is no need to worship any other deity,
All happiness comes from serving Hanuman alone.
37. All difficulties are removed, all pain is erased,
By remembering Hanuman, the brave and powerful one.
38. Victory, victory, victory to Lord Hanuman!
Grant us your grace, O Guru, like a kind teacher.
39. Whoever recites this Hanuman Chalisa a hundred times,
Will be freed from bondage and will experience great joy.
40. Whoever reads this Hanuman Chalisa,
Will attain perfection, with Lord Shiva as the witness.
41. Tulsidas, who is always the servant of the Lord,
Prays that Lord Hanuman may reside in his heart.
-This hymn is often recited in times of distress or for spiritual upliftment and protection.
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