The Hanuman Chalisa - praise for Lord Hanuman, explained and shared
I have been a strong Hanuman believer since my childhood days. Though, not a strong one going to temple every week or every occasions, but heart-to-heart, always felt connected with the mighty God of my Hindu faith. Lord Hanuman has been my guide and path-bearer since the time I could remember gaining consciousness and growing-up in Patna. However, I was pretty late in picking-up ‘The Hanuman Chalisa’ by-heart. Even today, after so many years and perhaps with uncounted chantings, according to my wife, I still miss few words which is a shame for a religious devout like me. But then, that is me and I am sure my Lord Hanuman will pardon me for that.
Every time, I would read Hanuman Chalisa and wonder what it means really? We all know, Hindu fiath existing for last 3000 yrs, with over 1.00 billion faithfull in India and across the world, has many Gods and many interpretation, so there is no one teaching or Mono-History. Of Course, Lord Hanuman is omni-present from Kashmir to Kanya-kumari, from Goa to Calcutta, around and beyound, one can’t fathom, but I must admit that ‘The Chalisa’ was never understood 100% by me, till today.
My best frined sent me the meaning of “Hanuman Chalisa” and I was too impressed to read it, thus desided to put it on my morning blog. I am sure, not every one is as ignorant as me about Hanuman Chalisa, but this English version interpretation of Hanuman Chalisa will be a good guild for many who wants to know more about our Monkey God Hanuman (Son of Maruti (air) and Shiva avatar.
Here it goes. Read, Enjoy and Believe that “Good is always Good”
Shree Hanuman Chalisa
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.
Budhi heen Tanu Janike, Sumirow, 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 Kipis 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.
Ramdoot 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 the dispeller of darkness of evil thoughts and companion of good sense and wisdom.
Kanchan Baran Biraaj Subesaa,
Kanan kundal kunchit kesa.
Shri Hanumanji’s physique is golden coloured. His dress is pretty, wearing ‘Kundals’ ear-rings and his hairs are long and curly.
Hath Bajra Aur Dhvaja Birjai,
Kandhe Moonj Janeu saage.
Shri Hanumanji is holding in one hand a lighting bolt and in the other a banner with sacred thread across his shoulder.
Shankar Suvna Kesari Nandan,
Tej Pratap Maha Jag Vandan.
Oh Hanumanji! You are the emanation of ‘SHIVA’ and you delight Shri Keshri. Being ever effulgent, you and hold vast sway over the universe. The entire world proptiates. You are adorable of all.
Vidyavaan Guni Ati Chatur,
Ram Kaj Karibe Ko Atur
Oh! Shri Hanumanji! You are the repository learning, virtuous, very wise and highly keen to do the work of Shri Ram.
Prabhu Charittra Sunibe Ko Rasiya,
Ram Lakhan Sita man basyia.
You are intensely greedy for listening to the naration of Lord Ram’s lifestory and revel on its enjoyment. You ever dwell in the hearts of Shri Ram-Sita and Shri Lakshman.
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The Hanuman Chalisa - praise for Lord Hanuman, explained and shared
