Hanuman Chalisa Lyrics & Meaning in English

Sri guru charana saroja raja
nijamana mukura sudhari ।
Varanau raghuvara vimala yasa
jo dayaka phalachari ॥

Buddhihina tanu janike
sumirau pavanakumara ।
Bala buddhi vidya dehu mohi
harahu kalesa vikara ॥

Having polished the mirror of my heart with the dust of my Guru's lotus feet, I recite the divine fame of the clean-minded Shri Ram (Raghuvar), who bestows the fourfold fruits of life (dharma, artha, kama, moksha). Knowing that this mind of mine has less intelligence, I remember the 'Son of Wind' (Hanuman). O Hanuman! Kindly bestow on me strength, wisdom and knowledge, removing all my miseries and blemishes.

Jai Hanuman Gyaan Gun Saagar,
Jai Kapis Tihun Lok Ujaagar. ॥
Ram Doot Atulit Bal Dhaama,
Anjani-Putra Pavan-Sut Naama. ॥
Mahabeer Vikram Bajrangi,
Kumati Nivaar Sumati Ke Sangi. ॥
Kanchan Varn Biraj Subesa,
Kanan Kundal Kunchit Kesa. ॥

Victory to thee, O Hanuman, ocean of wisdom and virtue. Victory to the lord of vanaras (monkeys), illuminator of the three worlds. You are Ram's emissary, abode of incomparable strength. Known as the Son of Anjana and Wind God. Great hero, mighty as a thunderbolt, remover of evil thoughts and companion of the good. Golden-hued body resplendent in beautiful attire, with earrings and curly locks.

Haath Vajra Au Dhwaja Birajai,
Kaanhe Moonj Janeu Sajaai. ॥
Shankar Suvan Kesari Nandan,
Tej Pratap Maha Jag Vandan. ॥
Vidyaavaan Guni Ati Chatur,
Ram Kaaj Karibe Ko Aatur. ॥
Prabhu Charitra Sunibe Ko Rasiya,
Ram Lakhan Sita Man Basiya. ॥

Holding in your hand a mace (vajra) and victory flag, sacred thread of munja grass adorns your shoulder. Son of Shiva (or incarnation), delight of Kesari, your splendid glory is revered throughout the world. Highly learned, virtuous and clever, you are ever eager to do Ram's work. You delight in hearing of the Lord's divine play, Ram, Lakshman and Sita dwell in your heart.

Sookshm Roop Dhari Siyaahi Dikhawa,
Vikat Roop Dhari Lank Jaraawa. ॥
Bheem Roop Dhari Asur Sanhaare,
Ramchandra Ke Kaaj Sanwaare. ॥
Laay Sanjeevani Lakhana Jiyaaye,
Shri Raghubeer Harsh Ur Laye. ॥
Raghupati Keenee Bahut Badaai,
Tum Mam Priya Bharatahi Sam Bhai. ॥

Assuming minute form you appeared to Sita, in awesome form you burned the city of Lanka. Taking dreadful form you slaughtered the demons, fulfilling Ramchandra's mission. Bringing the sanjeevni herb you revived Lakshman, Shri Raghuveer joyously embraced you. Great Raghuveer sang your praise, saying you are dear to him like his brother Bharat.

Sahas Badan Tumharo Yash Gaave,
As Kahi Shri-Pati Kanth Lagaaave. ॥
Sanakaadik Brahmaadi Muneesa,
Narad Saraswati Sahit Ahisa. ॥
Yam Kuber Dikpaal Jahan Te,
Kavi Kobid Kahin Sake Kahan Te. ॥
Tum Upkaar Sugreevahin Keenha,
Ram Milaye Raaj Pad Deenha. ॥

Thousands of living beings are chanting your glories, saying thus Shri Ram warmly embraced you. Sanaka, Sanandana, Brahma, Shiva, Munis and the fourteen lords, Narad, Saraswati and Shesh. Yam, Kuber, and the guardians of the quarters, poets and scholars - none can express your glory. You rendered great service to Sugriva, introducing him to Ram who gave him the kingdom.

Tumharo Mantra Vibhishan Maana,
Lankeshwar Bhaye Sab Jag Jaana. ॥
Jug Sahastra Yojan Par Bhanu,
Leelyo Taahi Madhur Phal Jaana. ॥
Prabhu Mudrika Meli Mukh Maahi,
Jaladhi Laanghi Gaye Acharaj Naahi. ॥
Durgam Kaaj Jagat Ke Jete,
Sugam Anugrah Tumhare Tete. ॥

Vibhishan heeded your counsel and became the lord of Lanka as the whole world knows. Though the sun was thousands of miles away, you swallowed it, thinking it to be a sweet fruit. Holding the Lord's ring in your mouth, you crossed the ocean - no wonder, for you are divine. All difficult tasks in this world are rendered easy by your grace.

Ram Dware Tum Rakhwaare,
Hot Na Aajna Binu Paisare. ॥
Sab Sukh Lahe Tumhaari Sarna,
Tum Rakshak Kahu Ko Darna. ॥
Aapan Tej Samhaaro Aapai,
Tino Lok Haank Te Kaampai. ॥
Bhoot Pishach Nikat Nahi Aave,
Mahaveer Jab Naam Sunave. ॥

You are the guardian of Ram's door, none enters without your leave. Taking refuge in you one gets all happiness, who then is afraid of what? You alone can control your might, your roar makes the three worlds tremble. Ghosts and goblins cannot come near, when your name is chanted, Great Brave One.

Naasai Rog Hare Sab Peera,
Japat Nirantar Hanumat Beera. ॥
Sankat Te Hanuman Chudhaave,
Man, Karm, Vachan Dhyaan Jo Laave. ॥
Sab Par Ram Tapasvi Raja,
Tinke Kaaj Sakal Tum Saaja. ॥
Aur Manorath Jo Koi Laave,
Sohi Amit Jeevan Phal Paave. ॥

All diseases and pains vanish when continuously chanting Hanuman's name. Hanuman releases from affliction those who remember him in thought, word and deed. Ram the renunciant king reigns over all; you carry out his every task. One who brings any yearning to you obtains the fruit of abundant desires.

Chaaron Yug Parataap Tumhaara,
Hai Prasiddh Jagat Ujiyaara. ॥
Saadhu Sant Ke Tum Rakhwaare,
Asur Nikandan Ram Dulaare. ॥
Asht Siddhi Nav Nidhi Ke Daata,
As Var Deen Jaanaki Maata. ॥
Ram Rasayan Tumhare Paasa,
Sadaa Raho Raghupati Ke Daasa. ॥

Your splendor fills all four ages; your glory spreads across the entire world. You are the protector of saints and sages, the destroyer of demons and Ram's greatest devotee. Bestower of the eight accomplishments and nine treasures, these boons were given by Mother Janaki. You possess the elixir of Ram's name; may you always remain the servant of Raghupati.

Tumhare Bhajan Ram Ko Paave,
Janam Janam Ke Dukh Bisraave. ॥
Antkaal Raghubar Pur Jaai,
Jahan Janm Hari Bhakt Kahai. ॥
Aur Devta Chit Na Dharai,
Hanumat Sei Sarv Sukh Karai. ॥
Sankat Katai Mite Sab Peera,
Jo Sumirai Hanumat Balbeera. ॥

Through devotion to you, one comes to Ram and forgets the miseries of several lives. At death one goes to Raghuveer's heaven; wherever one is born, one is known as Hari's devotee. One need not think of any other deity; worship of Hanuman alone confers all happiness. All afflictions cease and all pains are removed for those who remember the brave Hanuman.

Jai Jai Jai Hanuman Gosai,
Kripa Karahu Gurudev Ki Naai. ॥
Jo Shat Baar Paath Kar Koi,
Chhootahi Bandhi Maha Sukh Hoi. ॥
Jo Yah Padhe Hanuman Chalisa,
Hoy Siddhi Saakhi Gaurisa. ॥
Tulsidas Sadaa Hari Chera,
Keejai Naath Hriday Mah Dera. ॥

Victory, Victory, Victory to Hanuman! Be pleased, O Lord, to bestow your grace as our Guru. Whoever recites this a hundred times is released from bondage and enjoys the highest bliss. One who reads this Hanuman Chalisa gains success, as Gauri's Lord (Shiva) is witness. Says Tulsidas, servant of Hari: O Lord! Make your abode in my heart.

Pawan Tanay Sankat Haran,
Mangal Moorti Roop ।
Ram Lakhan Sita Sahit,
Hriday Basahu Sur Bhoop ॥

O Son of the Wind, remover of sorrows, embodiment of blessings, with Ram, Lakshman and Sita, gracefully enter my heart.