Hanuman Chalisa

 🕉️ HANUMAN CHALISA — VERSE‑BY‑VERSE EXPLANATION (Simple English)

Shri Guru Charan Saroj Raj Nij mane mukure sudhar 

Varnao Raghuvar Vimal Jasu Jo dayaku phal char

After cleansing the mirror of my mind with the pollen dust of holy Guru's Lotus feet. I Profess the pure, untainted glory of Shri Raghuvar which bestows the four fold fruits of life.(Dharma, Artha, Kama and Moksha).

Budhi Hin Tanu Janike Sumirau Pavan Kumar 

Bal budhi Vidya dehu mohe Harahu Kalesa Vikar

Fully aware of the deficiency of my intelligence, I concentrate my attention on Pavan Kumar and humbly ask for strength, intelligence and true knowledge to relieve me of all blemishes, causing pain.

Jai Hanuman gyan gun sagar 

Jai Kapis tihun lok ujagar (1)

Victory to thee, O'Hanuman! Ocean of Wisdom-All hail to you O' Kapisa! (fountain-head of power, wisdom and Shiva-Shakti) You illuminate all the three worlds (Entire cosmos) with your glory.

Ram doot atulit bal dhama  

Anjani-putra Pavan sut nama (2)

You are the divine messenger of Shri Ram. The repository of immeasurable strength, though known only as Son of Pavan (Wind), born of Anjani.

Mahavir Vikram Bajrangi  

Kumati nivar sumati Ke sangi (3)

With Limbs as sturdy as Vajra (The mace of God Indra) you are valiant and brave. On you attends good Sense and Wisdom. You dispel the darkness of evil thoughts.

Kanchan varan viraj subesa  

Kanan Kundal Kunchit Kesa (4)

Your physique is beautiful golden coloured and your dress is pretty. You wear ear rings and have long curly hair.

Hath Vajra Aur Dhuvaje Viraje 

Kandhe moonj janehu sajai (5)

You carry in your hand a lightening bolt along with a victory (kesari) flag and wear the sacred thread on your shoulder.

Sankar suvan kesri Nandan 

Tej pratap maha jag vandan (6)

As a descendant of Lord Sankar, you are a comfort and pride of Shri Kesari. With the lustre of your Vast Sway, you are propitiated all over the universe.

Vidyavan guni ati chatur 

Ram kaj karibe ko aatur (7)

You are the repository of learning, virtuous and fully accomplished, always keen to carry out the behest's of Shri Ram.

Prabu charitra sunibe ko rasiya Ram Lakhan Sita man Basiya (8)

You are an ardent listener, always so keen to listen to the narration of Shri Ram's Life Stories. Your heart is filled with what Shri Ram stood for. You therefore always dwell in the hearts of Shri Ram, Lakshman and Sita.

Sukshma roop dhari Siyahi dikhava Vikat roop dhari lanka jarava (9)

You appeared before Sita in a Diminutive form and spoke to her in humility. You assumed an awesome form and struck terror by setting Lanka on fire.

Bhima roop dhari asur sanghare Ramachandra ke kaj sanvare (10)

With over-whelming might you destroyed the Asuras (demons) and performed all tasks assigned to you by Shri Ram with great skill.

Laye Sanjivan Lakhan Jiyaye Shri Raghuvir Harashi ur laye (11)

You brought Sanjivan (A herb that revives life) and restored Lakshman back to life, Shri Raghuvir (Shri Ram) cheerfully embraced you with his heart full of joy.

Raghupati Kinhi bahut badai Tum mam priye Bharat-hi sam bhai (12)

Shri Raghupati (Shri Ram) lustily extolled your excellence and said: "You are as dear to me as my own brother Bharat."

Sahas badan tumharo yash gaave Us kahi Shripati kanth lagaave (13)

Thousands of living beings are chanting hymns of your glories; saying thus, Shri Ram warmly hugged him (Shri Hanuman).

Sankadik Brahmadi Muneesa Narad Sarad sahit Aheesa (14)

When prophets like Sanka, even the Sage like Lord Brahma, the great hermit Narad himself, Goddess Saraswati and Ahisha (one of immeasurable dimensions).

Yam Kuber Digpal Jahan te Kavi kovid kahi sake kahan te (15)

Even Yamraj (God of Death) Kuber (God of Wealth) and the Digpals (deputies guarding the four corners of the Universe) have been vying with one another in offering homage to your glories. How then, can a mere poet give adequate expression of your super excellence.

Tum upkar Sugreevahin keenha Ram milaye rajpad deenha (16)

Tumharo mantra Vibheeshan mana Lankeshwar Bhaye Sub jag jana (17)

You rendered a great service to Sugriv. You united him with Shri Ram, and he installed him on the Royal Throne. By heeding your advice, Vibhishan became Lord of Lanka. This is known all over the Universe.

Yug sahastra jojan par Bhanu Leelyo tahi madhur phal janu (18)

On your own you dashed upon the Sun, which is at a fabulous distance of thousands of miles, thinking it to be a sweet, luscious fruit.

Prabhu mudrika meli mukh mahee Jaladhi langhi gaye achraj nahee (19)

Carrying the Lord's Signet Ring in your mouth, there is hardly any wonder that you easily leapt across the ocean.

Durgaam kaj jagat ke jete Sugam anugraha tumhre tete (20)

The burden of all difficult tasks of the world becomes light with your kind grace.

Ram dware tum rakhvare, Hoat na agya binu paisare (21)

You are the sentry at the door of Shri Ram's Divine Abode. No one can enter it without your permission,

Sub sukh lahai tumhari sarna Tum rakshak kahu ko dar na (22)

All comforts of the world lie at your feet. The devotees enjoy all divine pleasures and feel fearless under your benign Protection.

Aapan tej samharo aapai Teenhon lok hank te kanpai (23)

You alone are befitted to carry your own splendid valour. All the three worlds (entire universe) tremor at your thunderous call.

Bhoot pisach Nikat nahin aavai Mahavir jab naam sunavai (24)

All the ghosts, demons and evil forces keep away, with the sheer mention of your great name, O'Mahaveer!!

Nase rog harai sab peera Japat nirantar Hanumant beera (25)

All diseases, pain and suffering disappear on reciting regularly Shri Hanuman's holy name.

Sankat se Hanuman chudavai Man Karam Vachan dyan jo lavai (26)

Those who remember Shri Hanuman in thought, words and deeds with Sincerity and Faith, are rescued from all crises in life.

Sub par Ram tapasvee raja Tin ke kaj sakal Tum saja (27)

All who hail, worship and have faith in Shri Ram as the Supreme Lord and the king of penance. You make all their difficult tasks very easy.

Aur manorath jo koi lavai Sohi amit jeevan phal pavai (28)

Whosoever comes to you for fulfillment of any desire with faith and sincerity, Will he alone secure the imperishable fruit of human life.

Charon Yug partap tumhara Hai persidh jagat ujiyara (29)

All through the four ages your magnificent glory is acclaimed far and wide. Your fame is Radiantly acclaimed all over the Cosmos.

Sadhu Sant ke tum Rakhware Asur nikandan Ram dulhare (30)

You are Saviour and the guardian angel of Saints and Sages and destroy all Demons. You are the angelic darling of Shri Ram.

Ashta sidhi nav nidhi ke dhata Us var deen Janki mata (31)

You can grant to any one, any yogic power of Eight Siddhis (power to become light and heavy at will) and Nine Nidhis (Riches,comfort,power,prestige,fame,sweet relationship etc.) This boon has been conferred upon you by Mother Janki.

Ram rasayan tumhare pasa Sada raho Raghupati ke dasa (32)

You possess the power of devotion to Shri Ram. In all rebirths you will always remain Shri Raghupati's most dedicated disciple.

Tumhare bhajan Ram ko pavai Janam janam ke dukh bisravai (33)

Through hymns sung in devotion to you, one can find Shri Ram and become free from sufferings of several births.

Anth kaal Raghuvir pur jayee Jahan janam Hari-Bakht Kahayee (34)

If at the time of death one enters the Divine Abode of Shri Ram, thereafter in all future births he is born as the Lord's devotee.

Aur Devta Chit na dharehi Hanumanth se hi sarve sukh karehi (35)

One need not entertain any other deity for Propitiation, as devotion of Shri Hanuman alone can give all happiness.

Sankat kate mite sab peera Jo sumirai Hanumat Balbeera (36)

One is freed from all the sufferings and ill-fated contingencies of rebirths in the world. One who adores and remembers Shri Hanuman. 

 Jai Jai Jai Hanuman Gosahin Kripa Karahu Gurudev ki nyahin (37)

Hail, Hail, Hail, Shri Hanuman, Lord of senses. Let your victory over the evil be firm and final. Bless me in the capacity as my supreme guru (teacher).

Jo sat bar path kare kohi Chutehi bandhi maha sukh hohi (38)

One who recites Chalisa one hundred times, becomes free from the bondage of life and death and enjoys the highest bliss at last. 

 Jo yah padhe Hanuman Chalisa Hoye siddhi sakhi Gaureesa (39)

All those who recite Hanuman Chalisa (The forty Chaupais) regularly are sure to be benedicted. Such is the evidence of no less a witness as Bhagwan Sankar.

Tulsidas sada hari chera Keejai Das Hrdaye mein dera (40)

Tulsidas as a bonded slave of the Divine Master, stays perpetually at his feet, he prays "Oh Lord! You enshrine within my heart & soul."

Closing Doha:

 Pavantnai sankat haran, Mangal murti roop. Ram Lakhan Sita sahit, Hrdaye basahu sur bhoop.

Oh! conqueror of the Wind, Destroyer of all miseries, you are a symbol of Auspiciousness. Along with Shri Ram, Lakshman and Sita, reside in my heart. Oh! King of Gods.

A verse‑by‑verse explanation in simple English.

Opening Invocation (Doha 1 & 2)

• I bow to the guru and divine wisdom so my mind becomes pure and steady.
• I prepare myself to remember Hanuman with devotion and clarity.

🔱 Verses 1–10: Hanuman’s Qualities

Verse 1

You are full of strength, wisdom, and virtue. You remove fear and bring confidence.

Verse 2

Your body shines like gold. You are courageous, intelligent, and disciplined.

Verse 3

You are the messenger of Lord Rama and the son of the wind god. You move faster than the mind.

Verse 4

You are the master of knowledge and humility. You destroy negativity and protect the good.

Verse 5

You hold wisdom, strength, and devotion in perfect balance.

Verse 6

You are always ready to serve Lord Rama with pure love and loyalty.

Verse 7

You bring joy to Rama, Sita, and Lakshmana. You are their most trusted devotee.

Verse 8

You appear wherever Rama’s name is chanted. You are the protector of devotees.

Verse 9

You remove suffering and bring peace to those who remember you.

Verse 10

You are the ocean of strength and the destroyer of evil forces.

🔥 Verses 11–20: Hanuman’s Powers & Achievements

Verse 11

You can take any form — small as a cat or huge as a mountain — depending on what is needed.

Verse 12

You leaped across the ocean to find Sita, showing courage and determination.

Verse 13

You comforted Sita in Lanka and gave her hope when she was in despair.

Verse 14

You destroyed the demons in Lanka and showed your fearlessness.

Verse 15

You burned the entire city of Lanka with your tail, proving your unstoppable power.

Verse 16

You brought back the news of Sita to Rama, giving him relief and strength.

Verse 17

You carried the entire mountain to save Lakshmana’s life — showing devotion beyond limits.

Verse 18

You completed every mission of Rama with perfection and humility.

Verse 19

You are blessed by Rama to grant strength, wisdom, and protection to devotees.

Verse 20

You are the guardian of the weak and the destroyer of fear.

🌟 Verses 21–30: Blessings & Protection

Verse 21

Chanting your name removes fear, illness, and negativity.

Verse 22

You protect devotees from ghosts, dark energies, and harmful influences.

Verse 23

You bring success in difficult tasks when remembered with faith.

Verse 24

You remove obstacles and make the impossible possible.

Verse 25

You help people achieve their goals and fulfill righteous desires.

Verse 26

You protect those who meditate on you with sincerity.

Verse 27

You bring peace to the mind and strength to the heart.

Verse 28

You help people overcome challenges, enemies, and inner weaknesses.

Verse 29

You bless devotees with courage, clarity, and discipline.

Verse 30

You ensure that those who chant the Chalisa with devotion receive your grace.

🪔 Verses 31–40: Devotion, Liberation & Final Blessings

Verse 31

You remove suffering and bring happiness to those who surrender to you.

Verse 32

You protect devotees from danger and guide them on the right path.

Verse 33

You grant spiritual strength and help people progress toward liberation.

Verse 34

You help devotees overcome ego, fear, and confusion.

Verse 35

You bring peace, prosperity, and divine support.

Verse 36

You ensure that those who chant the Chalisa regularly receive your constant protection.

Verse 37

You make life smoother and remove obstacles from the path.

Verse 38

You help devotees achieve both worldly success and spiritual growth.

Verse 39

You are always present wherever your devotees remember you with love.

Verse 40

You bless the devotee with strength, wisdom, and devotion to Rama.

🕉️ Closing Doha

• Remembering Hanuman brings peace, protection, and divine support.
• The prayer ends with gratitude and surrender.

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