Shree Hanuman Chalisa
Introduction to Hanuman Chalisa
हनुमान चालीसा हिंदू पौराणिक कथाओं में भगवान राम के दिव्य भक्त भगवान हनुमान को समर्पित एक पवित्र भजन है। संत-कवि तुलसीदास द्वारा रचित, यह भक्ति गीत अपने गहन आध्यात्मिक महत्व और शक्तिशाली छंदों के लिए दुनिया भर में लाखों भक्तों द्वारा पूजनीय है।
Origin and History
चालीसा की उत्पत्ति भारत में 16वीं शताब्दी में देखी जा सकती है। ऐसा माना जाता है कि संत तुलसीदास ने भगवान हनुमान की गहन भक्ति के दौरान इस भजन की रचना की थी। किंवदंती है कि तुलसीदास ने हनुमान चालीसा को अवधी भाषा में हनुमान के वीरतापूर्ण कारनामों और भगवान राम के प्रति अटूट भक्ति के रूप में लिखा था।
Structure and Composition
हनुमान चालीसा में चालीस छंद (चालीसा) शामिल हैं, प्रत्येक को भगवान हनुमान के गुणों और महिमा की प्रशंसा करने के लिए सावधानीपूर्वक तैयार किया गया है। रचना एक लयबद्ध पैटर्न का अनुसरण करती है और इस तरह से संरचित की जाती है कि इसे भक्तों द्वारा आसानी से सुना और याद किया जा सकता है। चालीसा के छंद भगवान हनुमान के दिव्य व्यक्तित्व के विभिन्न पहलुओं को समाहित करते हैं, जिनमें उनकी ताकत, बुद्धि, विनम्रता और भगवान राम के प्रति अटूट भक्ति शामिल है। प्रत्येक श्लोक का गहरा आध्यात्मिक अर्थ है और ऐसा माना जाता है कि यह भगवान हनुमान के आशीर्वाद और सुरक्षा का आह्वान करता है।
हनुमान चालीसा - Hanuman Chalisa Lyrics
॥दोहा॥ श्रीगुरु चरन सरोज रज निज मनु मुकुरु सुधारि । बरनउँ रघुबर बिमल जसु जो दायकु फल चारि ॥ बुद्धिहीन तनु जानिके सुमिरौं पवन-कुमार । बल बुधि बिद्या देहु मोहिं हरहु कलेस बिकार ॥
जय हनुमान ज्ञान गुन सागर । जय कपीस तिहुँ लोक उजागर ॥१॥ राम दूत अतुलित बल धामा । अञ्जनि-पुत्र पवनसुत नामा ॥२॥ महाबीर बिक्रम बजरङ्गी । कुमति निवार सुमति के सङ्गी ॥३॥ कञ्चन बरन बिराज सुबेसा । कानन कुण्डल कुञ्चित केसा ॥४
हाथ बज्र औ ध्वजा बिराजै । काँधे मूँज जनेउ साजै ॥५॥ सङ्कर सुवन केसरीनन्दन । तेज प्रताप महा जग बन्दन ॥६॥ बिद्यावान गुनी अति चातुर । राम काज करिबे को आतुर ॥७॥ प्रभु चरित्र सुनिबे को रसिया । राम लखन सीता मन बसिया ॥८॥
सूक्ष्म रूप धरि सियहिं दिखावा । बिकट रूप धरि लङ्क जरावा ॥९॥ भीम रूप धरि असुर सँहारे । रामचन्द्र के काज सँवारे ॥१०॥ लाय सञ्जीवन लखन जियाये । श्रीरघुबीर हरषि उर लाये ॥११॥ रघुपति कीह्नी बहुत बड़ाई । तुम मम प्रिय भरतहि सम भाई ॥१२॥
सहस बदन तुह्मारो जस गावैं । अस कहि श्रीपति कण्ठ लगावैं ॥१३॥ सनकादिक ब्रह्मादि मुनीसा । नारद सारद सहित अहीसा ॥१४॥ जम कुबेर दिगपाल जहाँ ते । कबि कोबिद कहि सके कहाँ ते ॥१५॥ तुम उपकार सुग्रीवहिं कीह्ना । राम मिलाय राज पद दीह्ना ॥१६॥
तुह्मरो मन्त्र बिभीषन माना । लङ्केस्वर भए सब जग जाना ॥१७॥ जुग सहस्र जोजन पर भानु । लील्यो ताहि मधुर फल जानू ॥१८॥ प्रभु मुद्रिका मेलि मुख माहीं । जलधि लाँघि गये अचरज नाहीं ॥१९॥ दुर्गम काज जगत के जेते । सुगम अनुग्रह तुह्मरे तेते ॥२०॥
नासै रोग हरै सब पीरा । जपत निरन्तर हनुमत बीरा ॥२५॥ सङ्कट तें हनुमान छुड़ावै । मन क्रम बचन ध्यान जो लावै ॥२६॥ सब पर राम तपस्वी राजा । तिन के काज सकल तुम साजा ॥२७॥ और मनोरथ जो कोई लावै । सोई अमित जीवन फल पावै ॥२८॥
चारों जुग परताप तुह्मारा । है परसिद्ध जगत उजियारा ॥२९॥ साधु सन्त के तुम रखवारे । असुर निकन्दन राम दुलारे ॥३०॥ अष्टसिद्धि नौ निधि के दाता । अस बर दीन जानकी माता ॥३१॥ राम रसायन तुह्मरे पासा । सदा रहो रघुपति के दासा ॥३२॥
तुह्मरे भजन राम को पावै । जनम जनम के दुख बिसरावै ॥३३॥ अन्त काल रघुबर पुर जाई । जहाँ जन्म हरिभक्त कहाई ॥३४॥ और देवता चित्त न धरई । हनुमत सेइ सर्ब सुख करई ॥३५॥ सङ्कट कटै मिटै सब पीरा । जो सुमिरै हनुमत बलबीरा ॥३६॥
जय जय जय हनुमान गोसाईं । कृपा करहु गुरुदेव की नाईं ॥३७॥ जो सत बार पाठ कर कोई । छूटहि बन्दि महा सुख होई ॥३८॥ जो यह पढ़ै हनुमान चालीसा । होय सिद्धि साखी गौरीसा ॥३९॥ तुलसीदास सदा हरि चेरा । कीजै नाथ हृदय महँ डेरा ॥४०॥
॥दोहा॥ पवनतनय सङ्कट हरन मङ्गल मूरति रूप । राम लखन सीता सहित हृदय बसहु सुर भूप ॥
Hanuman Chalisa Lyrics In English
||DOHA||
Shreeguru Charan Saroj Raj Nij Manu Mukuru Sudhaari
Baranun Raghubar Bimal Jasu Jo Daayaku Phal Chaari
Buddhiheen Tanu Jaanike Sumiraun Pavan-kumaar
Bal Budhi Bidya Dehu Mohin Harahu Kales Bikaar
||Chaupaee||
Jay Hanumaan gyaan gun saagar
Jay kapees tihun lok ujaagar
Raam doot atulit bal dhaama
anjani-putr pavanasut naama
mahaabeer bikram bajarangee
kumati nivaar sumati ke sangee
kanchan baran biraaj subesa
kaanan kundal kunchit kesa
haath bajr au dhvaja biraajai
kaandhe moonj janeu saajai
sankar suvan kesareenandan
tej prataap maha jag bandan
bidyaavaan gunee ati chaatur
Raam kaaj karibe ko aatur
prabhu charitr sunibe ko rasiya
Raam lakhan seeta man basiya
sookshm roop dhari siyahin dikhaava
bikat roop dhari lank jaraava
bheem roop dhari asur sanhaare
Raamachandr ke kaaj sanvaare
laay sanjeevan lakhan jiyaaye
shreeraghubeer harashi ur laaye
raghupati keehnee bahut badaee
tum mam priy bharatahi sam bhaee
sahas badan tuhmaaro jas gaavain
as kahi shreepati kanth lagaavain
sanakaadik brahmaadi muneesa
naarad saarad sahit aheesa
jam kuber digapaal jahaan te
kabi kobid kahi sake kahaan te
tum upakaar sugreevahin keehna
Raam milaay raaj pad deehna
tuhmaro mantr bibheeshan maana
lankesvar bhe sab jag jaana
jug sahasr jojan par bhaanu
leelyo taahi madhur phal jaanoo
prabhu mudrika meli mukh maaheen
jaladhi laanghi gaye acharaj naaheen
durgam kaaj jagat ke jete
sugam anugrah tuhmare tete
Raam duaare tum rakhavaare
hot na aagya binu paisaare
sab sukh lahai tuhmaaree sarana
tum rachchhak kaahoo ko dar na
aapan tej sahmaaro aapai
teenon lok haank ten kaanpai
bhoot pisaach nikat nahin aavai
mahaabeer jab naam sunaavai
naasai rog harai sab peera
japat nirantar hanumat beera
sankat ten hanumaan chhudaavai
man kram bachan dhyaan jo laavai
sab par Raam tapasvee raaja
tin ke kaaj sakal tum saaja
aur manorath jo koee laavai
soee amit jeevan phal paavai
chaaron jug parataap tuhmaara
hai parasiddh jagat ujiyaara
saadhu sant ke tum rakhavaare
asur nikandan Raam dulaare
ashtasiddhi nau nidhi ke daata
as bar deen jaanakee maata
Raam rasaayan tuhmare paasa
sada raho raghupati ke daasa
tuhmare bhajan Raam ko paavai
janam janam ke dukh bisaraavai
ant kaal raghubar pur jaee
jahaan janm haribhakt kahaee
aur devata chitt na dharee
hanumat sei sarb sukh karee
sankat katai mitai sab peera
jo sumirai hanumat balabeera
Jay Jay Jay hanumaan gosaeen
krpa karahu gurudev kee naeen
jo sat baar paath kar koee
chhootahi bandi maha sukh hoee
jo yah padhai hanumaan chaaleesa
hoy siddhi saakhee gaureesa
tulaseedaas sada hari chera
keejai naath hrday mahan dera
||doha||
Pavana Tanay Sankat Haran Mangal Moorati Roop
Raam Lakhan Seeta Sahit Hrday Basahu Sur Bhoop
Significance and Benefits
Reciting Hanuman Chalisa holds immense spiritual significance for devotees. It is believed to bestow divine blessings, protection from evil forces, and strength to overcome obstacles in life. Devotees often recite Hanuman Chalisa with unwavering faith and devotion, seeking the grace of Lord Hanuman to overcome challenges and attain spiritual growth.
How to Recite Hanuman Chalisa
Reciting Chalisa requires sincerity, devotion, and proper understanding of its verses. Devotees typically start their day by reciting Chalisa as a part of their daily prayers. It is recommended to recite the hymn with a pure heart and mind, focusing on the divine qualities of Lord Hanuman.
The traditional practice involves lighting incense sticks, offering flowers, and reciting the hymn with utmost reverence. Many devotees also perform aarti (ritual of worship with light) after reciting Chalisa to conclude their prayers.
Hanuman Chalisa in Popular Culture
Hanuman Chalisa holds a special place in popular culture, inspiring devotion and reverence among people of all ages. It has been adapted into various forms of art, including music, literature, and cinema. Numerous devotional songs and bhajans based on Chalisa are popular among devotees and music enthusiasts.
The hymn has also been featured in movies, television shows, and cultural events, further amplifying its significance and reach among the masses.
Influence on Devotees
The recitation of Chalisa is believed to have a profound impact on devotees, instilling a sense of peace, courage, and divine grace in their lives. Many devotees attest to experiencing miracles and divine interventions upon regularly reciting Chalisa with unwavering faith and devotion.
Translations and Interpretations
Hanuman Chalisa has been translated into various languages, allowing people from different cultural backgrounds to connect with its spiritual teachings. Each translation offers unique insights and interpretations, enriching the spiritual experience for devotees worldwide.
Contemporary Relevance
Despite being centuries old, Chalisa remains highly relevant in today’s fast-paced world. Its timeless teachings of devotion, humility, and courage continue to inspire millions of people to lead a righteous and spiritually fulfilling life.
Stories and Legends
Numerous stories and legends are associated with Chalisa, depicting the miraculous interventions and divine grace of Lord Hanuman in the lives of devotees. These tales serve as a source of inspiration and faith for believers, reaffirming their devotion to Lord Hanuman.
Impact on Spiritual Growth
Reciting Hanuman Chalisa is believed to accelerate one’s spiritual growth by fostering a deep connection with the divine. The hymn serves as a powerful tool for self-transformation, guiding devotees on the path of righteousness, and inner peace.
Notable Recitations and Performances
Over the years, many renowned singers and artists have lent their voices to recite Chalisa, mesmerizing audiences with their soul-stirring renditions. These performances not only showcase the cultural richness of the hymn but also inspire people to deepen their devotion to Lord Hanuman.
Celebrations and Festivals
Hanuman Chalisa is recited with great fervor during festivals dedicated to Lord Hanuman, such as Hanuman Jayanti and Tuesdays, which are considered auspicious for worshiping Lord Hanuman. Devotees gather in temples and homes to recite Chalisa collectively, seeking the blessings and protection of the divine deity.
Hanuman Chalisa Across the Globe
The popularity of Chalisa extends beyond the borders of India, with devotees from various countries embracing its teachings and reciting the hymn with devotion. Its universal message of love, devotion, and service resonates with people of all cultures, making it a cherished spiritual treasure worldwide.
Hanuman Chalisa stands as a timeless masterpiece of devotion and spirituality, captivating the hearts and minds of millions of devotees across the globe. Its profound teachings, divine verses, and enduring legacy continue to inspire people to lead a life of faith, courage, and compassion.
- While Hanuman Chalisa is deeply rooted in Hindu tradition, people from all faiths and backgrounds can recite it for spiritual upliftment and inner peace.
Yes, Hanuman Chalisa can be recited by anyone with sincerity and devotion, irrespective of age, gender, or religious affiliation.
There is no fixed rule regarding the frequency of reciting Hanuman Chalisa. Devotees can recite it daily or as per their spiritual inclination and schedule.
- Reciting Hanuman Chalisa is believed to bestow divine blessings, protection from negative energies, and strength to overcome obstacles in life.
