Hanuman the gr8

Hindu mantras and Jaap is not easy and hence, not everybody's cup of tea. But there are easier mantras and chalisas that can be recited at home even by the untrained. Reciting Hanuman Chalisa every day is not just another ritual, but brings a lot of peace and harmony to unsettled minds. I can say that becuase its recital makes me feel good each time, perhaps also because he is my Isht Devta.

But then, Puja & Dhyan are of little consequence if done without understanding the meaning, and with the mind wandering about. Here is the meaning of the Hanuman Chalisa for the benefit of those who do not know it, and are keen to. Am also posting some resources alongside.

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

Budhdhi heen Tanu Janike, Sumironw Pavan Kumar, Bal Buddhi Vidya Dehu Mohi, Harahu Kalesh Bikaar

Knowing myself to be ignorent, 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 Kapis Tihun Lok Ujgaar

Victory of Thee, O Hanuman, Ocean of wisdom and virtue, victory to the Lord of monkeys who is well known in all the three worlds
Ram Doot Atulit Bal Dhamaa, Anjani Putra Pavansut Naamaa.

You, the Divine messager of Ram, and repository of immeasurable strength, are also known as Anjaniputra and known as the son of the wind - Pavanputra.

Mahebeer Bikram Bajrangi, Kumati Nivaar Sumati Ke Sangi.

Oh Hanumanji! You are valiant and brave, with a body like lightening. You are also the one who dispels darkness of evil thoughts and companion of good sense and wisdom.

Kanchan Baran Biraaj Subesaa, Kanan kundal kunchit kesa.

Shri Hanumanji's physique exudes golden aura. His dress is pretty, he is wearing Kundals; ear-rings and his hair are long and curly.

Hath Vajra Aur Dhwaja Biraje, Kandhe Moonj Janeyu Saaje.

Shri Hanumanji is holding in one hand a lighting bolt and in the other a flag wearing sacred Janeyu across his shoulder.

Sankar Suvan Kesari Nandan, Tej Pratap Maha Jag Vandan.

As a descendant of Sankar (Lord Shiva), 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

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

Prabu Charitra Sunibe Ko Rasiya, Ram Lakhan Sita Man Basiya

You are always 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

It was you who appeared before Sita in a diminutive form and spoke in humility. It was also you who assumed an awesome form and setting Lanka afire.

Bhima Roop Dhari asur Sanghare, Ramachandra Ke Kaj Sanvare

With overwhelming 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

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

Raghupati Kinhi Bahut Badai Tum Mam Priye Bharat-hi Sam Bhai

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

Sahas Badan Tumharo Yash Gaave, As Kahin Shripati Kanth Lagaave

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

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

Even Yamraj (God of Death) Kuber (God of Wealth) and the Digpals (deputies guarding the four corners of the Universe), all 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

You rendered a great service to Sugriv. You united him with Shri Ram and he installed him on the Royal Throne.


Tumharo Mantra Vibheeshan Mana, Lankeshwar Bhaye Sub Jag Jana

By heeding your advice, Vibhishan became Lord of Lanka. This is known all over the Universe.

Jug Sahastra Jojan Par Bhanu, Leelyo Tahi Madhur Phal Janu

On your own, you dashed across and gobbled the Sun, which is hundreds of thousands of miles away, thinking it to be a sweet luscious fruit.

Prabhu Mudrika Meli Mukh Mahee, Jaladhi Langhi Gaye Achraj Nahee

Carrying the Lord's Signet Ring in your mouth, it is no surprise that you could easily leap across the ocean.

Durgaam Kaj Jagat Ke Jete, Sugam Anugraha Tumhre Tete

The burden of all difficult tasks of the world become light by saying your prayers.

Ram Dware Tum Rakhvare, Hoat Na Agya Binu Paisare

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

Sub Sukh Lahe Tumhari Sarna, Tum Rakshak Kahu Ko Dar Na

All comforts of the world come by bowing to your feet. Those you protect need not fear anybody or anything.

Aapan Tej Samharo Aapen, Teenhon Lok Hank Te Kanpen

You alone can manage your own aura and valour. All the three worlds (entire universe) tremor at your thunderous call.

Bhoot Pisach Nikat Nahin Aaven, Mahavir Jab Naam Sunaven

All the ghosts, demons and evil forces keep away, with the mere mention of Mahavir's name.

Naase Rog Hare Sab Peera, Japat Nirantar Hanumant Beera

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

Sankat Se Hanuman Chhudaven, Man Kram Vachan Dyan Jo Laven

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

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 Laven, Sohi Amit Jeevan Phal Paven

Whosoever comes to you for fulfillment of any desire with faith and sincerity, he alone is able get the blessing for imperishable fruit of human life.

Charon Yug Partap Tumhara, Hai Persidhdh Jagat Ujiyara

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 Dulare

You are saviour and the guardian angel of saints and sages and destroy all demons. Your act of killing the demons has made you a darling of Shri Ram.

Ashta Sidhi Nav Nidhi Ke Data, As Var Deen Janaki Mata

You can grant to any one, any yogic power of the 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 Janaki.

Ram Rasayan Tumhare Pasa, Sada Raho Raghupati Ke Dasa

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 Pavaen, Janam Janam Ke Dukh Bisravai

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

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 Chitt Na Dharahi Hanumanth Se Hi Sarve Sukh Karehi

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 sumire Hanumat Balbeera

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 Gosain, Kripa Karahu Gurudev Ki Nahin

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

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

Jo Yeh Padhe Hanuman Chalisa, Hoye Siddhi Sakhi Gaureesa

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 Nath Hrdaye Mein Dera

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

Pavantanai Sankat Haran, Mangal Murati Roop. Ram Lakhan Siya Sahit, Hrdaye Basahu Sur Bhoop.

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



ALSO SEE:

http://www.hanuman.com/

http://hanumanchalisa.org/

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hanuman_Chalisa

http://hinduism.about.com/library/weekly/extra/bl-hanumanaudio.htm

http://hanumanchalisa.net/

http://www.pintograph.com/hanuman/page1.htm

http://hinduism.8k.com/hanumanchalisa.html