Goswami Tulsidasji
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 ।।
चौपाई
जय हनुमान ज्ञान गुन सागर ।
जय कपीस तिहुँ लोक उजागर ।। १ ।।
राम दूत अतुलित बल धामा ।
अंजनि-पुत्र पवनसुत नामा ।। २ ।।
महाबीर बिक्रम बजरंगी ।
कुमति निवार सुमति के संगी ।। ३ ।।
कंचन बरन बिराज सुबेसा ।
कानन कुंडल कुंचति केसा ।। ४ ।।
हाथ बज्र औ ध्वजा बिराजै ।
काँधे मूँज जनेऊ साजै ।। ५ ।।
संकर सुवन केसरीनंदन ।
तेज प्रताप महा जग बंदन ।। 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 लंक जरावा ।। ९ ।।
भीम रूप धरि असुर सँहारे ।
रामचंद्र के काज सँवारे ।। १० ।।
लाय सजीवन लखन जियाये ।
श्रीरघुबीर हरषि उर लाये ।। ११ ।।
रघुपति कीन्ही बहुत बडाई ।
तुम मम प्रिय भरतहि सम भाई ।। १२ ।।
सहस बदन तुम्हरो जस गावैं ।
अस कहि श्रीपति कंठ 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 कीन्हा ।
राम मिलाय राज पद दीन्हा ।। १६ ।।
तुम्हरो मन्त्र बिभीषन माना ।
लंकेस्वर भए सब जग जाना ।। १७ ।।
जुग सहस्र जोजन पर भानू ।
लील्यो ताहि मधुर फल जानू ।। १८ ।।
प्रभु मुद्रिका मेलि मुख माहीं ।
जलधि लांघि गये अचरज नाहीं ।। १९ ।।
दुर्गम काज जगत के जेते ।
सुगम अनुग्रह तुम्हरे तेते ।। २० ।।
राम दुआरे तुम रखवारे ।
होत न आज्ञा बिनु पैसारे ।। २१ ।।
सब सुख लहै तुम्हारी सरना ।
तुम रच्छक काहू को डर ना ।। २२ ।।
आपन तेज सम्हारो आपै ।
तीनों लोक हाँक ते काँपै ।। २३ ।।
भूत पिसाच निकट नहिं आवै ।
महाबीर जब नाम सुनावै ।। २४ ।।
नासै रोग हरै सब पीरा ।
जपत निरंतर हनुमत बीरा ।। २५ ।।
संकट तें हनुमान छुडावै ।
मन क्रम बचन ध्यान जो लावै ।। २६ ।।
सब पर राम तपस्वी राजा ।
तिन के काज सकल तुम साजा ।। २७ ।।
और मनोरथ जो कोइ लावै ।
सोइ अमित जीवन फल पावै ।। २८ ।।
चारों जुग परताप तुम्हारा ।
है परसिद्ध जगत उजियारा ।। २९ ।।
साधु संत के तुम रखवारे ।
असुर निकंदन राम दुलारे ।। ३० ।।
अष्ट सिद्धि नौ निधि के दाता ।
अस बर दीन जानकी माता ।। ३१ ।।
राम रसायन तुम्हरे पासा ।
सदा रहो रघुपति के दासा ।। ३२ ।।
तुम्हरे भजन राम को पावै ।
जनम जनम के दुख बिसरावै ।। ३३ ।।
अंत काल रघुबर पुर जाई ।
जहाँ जन्म हरि-भक्त कहाई ।। ३४ ।।
और देवता चित्त न धरई ।
हनुमत सेइ सर्ब सुख करई ।। ३५ ।।
संकट कटै मिटै सब पीरा ।
जो सुमिरै हनुमत बलबीरा ।। ३६ ।।
जै जै जै हनुमान गोसाई ।
कृपा करहु गुरु देव की नाई ।। ३७ ।।
जो सत बार पाठ कर कोई ।
छूटहि बंदि महा सुख होई ।। ३८ ।।
जो यह पढै हनुमानचालीसा ।
होय सिद्धि साखी गौरीसा ।। ३९ ।।
तुलसीदास सदा हरि चेरा ।
कीजै नाथ हृदय महँ डेरा ।। ४० ।।
दोहा
पवनतनय संकट हरन, मंगल मूरति रूप ।
राम लखन सीता सहित, हृदय बसहु सुर भूप ।।
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Hanuman Chalisa: The Sacred Forty Verses in Praise of Lord Hanuman
The Hanuman Chalisa is one of the most beloved and widely recited hymns in the Hindu tradition. Composed by the revered saint Goswami Tulsidas in the 16th century, this devotional poem consists of forty verses (Chaupais) written in Awadhi, a dialect of Hindi. It is a spiritual treasure that glorifies the divine qualities of Lord Hanuman, the mighty devotee of Lord Rama, and seeks his blessings for courage, strength, wisdom, and protection.
On this page of Stotra Ratnavali, you will find the Hanuman Chalisa presented with its original text, a clear transliteration, and a line-by-line English translation to help you understand and connect with its deeper meaning. Whether you are a devout follower of Lord Hanuman or someone exploring Hindu spirituality for the first time, this resource is designed to enrich your devotional experience.
Understanding the Hanuman Chalisa
The term Chalisa comes from the Hindi word "chalis", meaning forty, denoting the number of verses in the hymn. Each verse praises a particular attribute or deed of Lord Hanuman. Tulsidas composed this hymn with profound reverence and deep spiritual insight, making it accessible to both lay devotees and spiritual seekers.
The Hanuman Chalisa opens with an invocation and two introductory Dohas (couplets), followed by forty Chaupais (quatrains), and ends with a closing Doha. Each section contributes to the overall purpose of invoking Hanuman's grace and recounting his virtues.
Lord Hanuman: The Embodiment of Strength, Wisdom, and Devotion
Lord Hanuman, also known as Anjaneya, Maruti, or Bajrangbali, is one of the most revered deities in Hinduism. He is known for his unwavering devotion to Lord Rama, immense physical and spiritual strength, boundless energy, humility, and selfless service.
In the Hanuman Chalisa, he is praised as:
Tulsidas beautifully weaves together divine episodes from the Ramayana, especially focusing on Hanuman's role in finding Sita, burning Lanka, and helping Rama defeat Ravana. Through these narratives, the Chalisa becomes not just a praise hymn, but a spiritual tool for inspiration and inner transformation.
Benefits of Reciting Hanuman Chalisa
Hanuman Chalisa with English Translation on Stotra Ratnavali
This page on Stotra Ratnavali presents the Hanuman Chalisa in a format that is both user-friendly and spiritually enriching. You will find:
Who Should Read the Hanuman Chalisa?
The beauty of this hymn lies in its universality. It can be recited by:
Devotees of Lord Hanuman and Lord Rama
People facing difficult life situations, fear, or ill health
Students seeking focus and clarity
Spiritual seekers aiming for discipline and devotion
Anyone who wants to start or end their day with divine energy
Hanuman Chalisa in the Digital Age
In today's fast-paced world, having a reliable online source for spiritual content is a great blessing. With Stotra Ratnavali, you don’t just read the Hanuman Chalisa—you connect with a rich tradition of faith and devotion that spans centuries. Whether you are at home, at work, or traveling, the Chalisa is now just a click away. The clean layout and structured format help you focus on the recitation without distractions.
Conclusion
The Hanuman Chalisa is more than just a devotional hymn—it's a spiritual companion, a protector, a motivator, and a friend in times of need. Each verse resonates with divine energy and ancient wisdom, guiding us toward a life of strength, service, and surrender.
We invite you to explore this sacred composition here on Stotra Ratnavali, understand its meaning, and make it a part of your spiritual practice. May Lord Hanuman bless you with the strength to face life’s challenges, the wisdom to make righteous choices, and the devotion to stay rooted in the divine.