The Hanuman Chalisa is a timeless devotional hymn, penned by the revered 16th-century poet-saint Goswami Tulsidas. It is dedicated to Lord Hanuman, the epitome of strength, wisdom, and unwavering devotion to Lord Rama. This sacred composition consists of 40 verses, known as Chaupais, framed by two introductory and two concluding couplets (Dohas). Each verse beautifully extols Hanuman’s virtues, recounting his heroic deeds and his steadfast service.
Reciting the Hanuman Chalisa is a cherished spiritual practice, believed to bestow courage, remove obstacles, offer protection from harm, and grant profound peace of mind. It remains one of the most widely recited prayers in Hindu tradition, holding deep spiritual and emotional significance for countless devotees across the globe.
Doha (Introductory Couplets)
Shri Guru Charan Saroj Raj,
Nijman Mukur Sudhari.
Barnaun Raghubar Bimal Jasu,
Jo Dayaku Phal Chari.
Buddhiheen Tanu Janike,
Sumiro Pavan Kumar.
Bal Buddhi Vidya Dehu Mohi,
Harahu Kalesh Vikaar.
Chaupai
Jai Hanuman Gyan Gun Sagar,
Jai Kapis Tihun Lok Ujagar.
Ram Doot Atulit Bal Dhama,
Anjani Putra Pavan Sut Nama.
Mahabir Bikram Bajrangi,
Kumati Nivaar Sumati Ke Sangi.
Kanchan Baran Biraj Subesa,
Kanan Kundal Kunchit Kesa.
Haath Bajra Aur Dhwaja Biraje,
Kandhe Moonj Janeu Sajai.
Shankar Suvan Kesari Nandan,
Tej Pratap Maha Jag Vandan.
Vidya Vaan Guni Ati Chatur,
Ram Kaj Karibe Ko Aatur.
Prabhu Charitra Sunibe Ko Rasiya,
Ram Lakhan Sita Man Basiya.
Sookshma Roop Dhari Siyahi Dikhava,
Vikat Roop Dhari Lank Jarava.
Bheem Roop Dhari Asur Sanhare,
Ramchandra Ke Kaj Sanvare.
Laye Sanjeevan Lakhan Jiyaye,
Shri Raghubir Harashi Ur Laye.
Raghupati Keenhi Bahut Badai,
Tum Mam Priya Bharat Hi Sam Bhai.
Sahas Badan Tumharo Jas Gaave,
As Kahi Shripati Kanth Lagaave.
Sanakadik Brahmaadi Munisa,
Narad Sarad Sahit Aheesa.
Yam Kuber Digpal Jahaan Te,
Kavi Kobid Kahi Sake Kahan Te.
Tum Upkar Sugreevahin Keenha,
Ram Milaye Rajpad Deenha.
Tumharo Mantra Vibhishan Maana,
Lankeshwar Bhaye Sab Jag Jaana.
Yug Sahasra Yojan Par Bhanu,
Leelyo Taahi Madhur Phal Jaanu.
Prabhu Mudrika Meli Mukh Maahi,
Jaladhi Langhi Gaye Acharaj Naahi.
Durgam Kaj Jagat Ke Jete,
Sugam Anugrah Tumhare Tete.
Ram Dware Tum Rakhware,
Hoat Na Aagya Bin Paisare.
Sab Sukh Lahai Tumhari Sarna,
Tum Rakshak Kahu Ko Darna.
Aapan Tej Samharo Aapai,
Teenon Lok Haank Te Kaanpai.
Bhoot Pishaach Nikat Na Aavai,
Mahabir Jab Naam Sunavai.
Naasai Rog Hare Sab Peera,
Japat Nirantar Hanumat Beera.
Sankat Te Hanuman Chhudavai,
Man Kram Bachan Dhyan Jo Lavai.
Sab Par Ram Tapasvi Raja,
Tin Ke Kaj Sakal Tum Saja.
Aur Manorath Jo Koi Lavai,
Soi Amit Jeevan Phal Pavai.
Charon Yug Partap Tumhara,
Hai Prasiddha Jagat Ujiyaara.
Sadhu Sant Ke Tum Rakhware,
Asur Nikandan Ram Dulare.
Ashta Siddhi Nav Nidhi Ke Data,
As Bar Dinh Janaki Mata.
Ram Rasayan Tumhare Paasa,
Sada Raho Raghupati Ke Daasa.
Tumhare Bhajan Ram Ko Paavai,
Janam Janam Ke Dukh Bisraavai.
Ant Kaal Raghubar Pur Jaai,
Jahan Janm Hari Bhakt Kahaai.
Aur Devta Chitt Na Dharai,
Hanumat Se Hi Sarb Sukh Paaai.
Sankat Kate Mite Sab Peera,
Jo Sumirai Hanumat Balbeera.
Jai Jai Jai Hanuman Gosai,
Kripa Karahu Gurudev Ki Nai.
Jo Sat Baar Paath Kar Koi,
Chhootahi Bandhi Maha Sukh Hoi.
Jo Yah Padhe Hanuman Chalisa,
Hoye Siddhi Saakhi Gaurisa.
Tulsidas Sada Hari Chera,
Keejai Naath Hriday Mahn Dera.
Doha (Concluding Couplets)
Pavan Tanay Sankat Haran,
Mangal Murti Roop.
Ram Lakhan Sita Sahit,
Hriday Basahu Sur Bhoop.