On the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti 2024, I decided to not only understand the meaning of Hanuman Chalisa but also write it down in English.
Before going in-depth on the Chaupai, I wanted to take a moment to share this image that I had clicked before climbing the stair at the Hanuman Tok in Sikkim. It is believed that this place was where Lord Hanuman had rested while flying with the Sanjeevani Mountain.
While no pictures were allowed inside, the image below represent the route the leads to the top of the Hanuman Tok. I had visited the place when it was full of fog, but the Himalayas can be seen from the top, during the clear sky months of September and October.
While this temple is amidst a special scenery, there are many more notable Hanuman mandirs across India.
In Jaipur, I have visited Khole K Hanuman ji Mandir, Kale Hanuman ji, and I’ve also been to Salasar Balaji. Here, Hanuman ji has a moustache and the only place in the world where one can find Him in his avatar.
Well, now that I have shared all the places I have witnessed Hanuman ji in different forms, let me share the meaning of Hanuman Chalisa in English.
I am doing this for anyone who wishes to understand the Chaupai while chanting or listening to it.
Hanuman Chalisa in English with meaning
Shri Guru Charana Saroj Raj
Nij Mann Mukuru Sudhari Baranau Raghuvar Bimal Jasu Jodhayaku Phalchari |
I take dust from the Lotus feet of my Guru to clean my mind to tell the glorious tale of Lord Ram.
He who is the Supreme of Raghuvanshi Dynasty. He who gives the four fruits of life (Dharm, Arth, Kama, Moksha). |
Buddhiheen Tanu Janike
Sumiroyo Pawan Kumar Bal Buddhi Bidya Dehu Mohi Harahu Kalesh Bikaar |
I am fully aware that I lack understanding and pray to Pawan Kumar to give me wisdom, strength, and protect me from the problems that cause pain and obstacles. |
Jai Hanuman Gyan Gunsagar
Jai Kapis Teehun Lok Ujagar Ramdoot Atulita Baldhama Anjani Putra Pawan Sutnama |
Victory to Lord Hanuman who is the ocean of wisdom. Victory to the one who illuminates three worlds.
You are the messenger of the Lord Ram. The son of Pawan who is born of Anjani is the mightiest of all. |
Mahaveer Bikram Bajrangi
Kumati Nivar Sumati k Sangi Kanchan Barana Biraj Subesa Kanan Kundal Kunchita Kesa |
You are strong like a thunderbolt, and you are with the ones who do good deeds.
Your shine in golden skin with beautiful attire, earrings, and curly thick hair. |
Hath Vajra Aur Dwaja Biraje
Kaandhe Moonje Janeu Sajhe Shankarsuvana Kesari Nandan Tej Pratap Maha Jag Bandan |
Your hands behold a mace and a flag. A sacred thread lies on your right shoulder.
You are an embodiment of Lord Shiva and the son of Kesari. The fire in you is limitless making the entire cosmos worship you. |
Vidyavan Guni Ati Chatur
Ram Kaj Karibe Ko Atur Prabhu Charita Sunibe Ko Rasiya Ram Lakkhan Sita Man Basiya |
Your are the wisest and cleverest of all. You do the works of Lord Ram with utmost eagerness.
You are always happy to know about the deeds of your Lord. Your love for Lord Ram, Laxman, and Mata Sita is instilled in your heart forever.
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Sushma Roop Dhari Siyahi Dikhava
Bikat Roop Dhari Lanka Jarawa Bheem Root Dhari Asura Sanghare Ramchandra K Kaj Saware |
You were subtle and small in front of Mata Sita, but you showed your mightiest power at Lanka and burnt it down.
You represented the form of Bheema while killing the demons, to complete the deeds of Lord Rama. |
Laaye Sanjeevan Lakhanji Aye
Shree Raghubeer Harashiur Laaye Raghupati Keenhi Bahut Badhai Tum Mum Priya, Bhartayi Sam Bhai |
You brought Sanjeevani for Laxman and pleased Lord Rama. He praised You and said You were like a brother to Him just as Bharata. |
Sahas Badan Tumro Jas Gave
Asakahi Sripathhi Kanth Lagave Sankhadik Brahmadi Munisa Narad Sarada Sahita Aheesa |
You are embraced by sages like Sanka, Gods like Lord Brahma, Narada, the Divine Saraswati and even the king of Serpents. |
Jam Kuber Digpal Jahate
Kabhi Kobid Kahi Sake Kahan Te Tum Upkar Sugrivahi Kinha Ram Milaye Rajpad Dinha |
From Yama to Kubera, from the guardians of four quarters to the scholars and poets, all embrace you.
You have helped Sugriva by helping him meet Lord Rama and get back his Kingdom. |
Tumro Mantra Vibhishan Maana
Lankeshwar Bhaye Sab Jag Jana Yug Sahastra Jojan Par Bhanu Leelyo Taahi Madhur Phal Janu |
You helped Vibishan become the King of Lanka.
You ate the mighty Sun mistaking it as a red fruit. |
Prabhu Mudrika Meli Mukh Mahi
Jaladh Landhigaye Achraj Nahi Durgam Kaj Jagat K Jete Sugam Anugrah Tumre Tete |
By keeping the ring in Your mouth as given by Lord Rama, You could across oceans with ease.
No task is difficult when one puts their trust in You. |
Ram Duare Tum Rakhvare
Hoth Na Agya Bin Paisare Sab Sukh Lahe Tumhari Sarna Tum Rakshak Kahuko Darna |
Everyone who wants to reach Lord Rama has to first go through You with your permission as You are seated at the door that leads to Lord Rama.
The ones who choose You as shelter is always protected and never has to be scared of anything. |
Aapan Tej Samharo Aape
Teenhon Lok Hakh Te Kanpe Bhoot Pisach Nikat Nahi Ave Mahaveer Jab Naam Sunave |
Your strength and magnificence make you strong enough to stand alone. The three worlds tremble by Your roar.
No evil can come near me when I take Your name. The name of Mahaveer is enough for me to overcome every obstacle. |
Naase Rog Hare Sab Peera
Japat Nirantar Hanumat Beera Sankat Te Hanuman Churave Mann Kram Vachan Dhyan Jolave |
When one chants your name, all diseases and pain wash away.
Whoever chants Your name regularly is free from all sorts of miseries. |
Sab Par Ram Tapasvi Raja
Tinke Kaj Sakal Tum Saja Aur Manorath Joh Koi Lave Soyi Amit Jeevan Phal Paave |
Lord Rama is the greatest ascetic of all. You have done all tasks He had to get done.
The ones who come to You with their deepest manifestations receive undying results. |
Charon Yug Partap Tumhara
Hai Parasiddha Jagat Ujiyara Sadhusant K Tum Rakhvare Asur Nikandan Ram Dulare |
Your valour is known across four Yugas. You are known throughout the world.
Your guard the saints. You are the destroyer of all evil and the beloved of Lord Rama.
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Ashtasiddhi Nau Nidhi K Data
Asvar Deen Janaki Mata Ram Rasayan Tumre Paas aa Sada Raho Raghupati K Daasa |
You have been blessed by Mata Sita. You have the ability to grant eight forms of powers and nine types of wealth.
Lord You have the essence of the ultimate devotion of Lord Rama. May You always remain as His devoted servant. |
Tumre Bhajan Ram Ko Paave
Janam Janam K Dukh Bisrave Antkal Raghuvar Purjayi Jahan Janma Hari Bhak Kahayi |
When someone chants your name, they get to meet Lord Rama through You and are free from agonies caused to them across lifetimes.
With Your blessings one can go to the abode of Lord Rama and have eternal life. |
Aur Devta Chittna Dharai
Hanumat Se Sarva Sukh Karai Sankat Kate, Mite Sab Pira Joh Sumire Hanumat Balbeera |
There is no need to pray to any other God. Lord Hanuman provides all forms of comfort.
Lord Hanuman is so strong that he can destroy all forms of pain and agonies. |
Jai Jai Jai Hanuman Go Sai
Kripa Karo Gurudev Ki Nai Joh Sat Bat Path Kar Koi Chutahi Bandhi Maha Sukh Hoi |
Oh Lord Hanuman, my praises be with You. Please bestow your grace upon us as you are our might Guru.
Whoever reads this Chalisa 100 times, will be free from all bondages and experience eternal bliss. |
Joh Yeh Pade Hanuman Chalisa
Hoye Sidhi Saakhi Gaurisa Tulsidas Sadaa Hari Chera Kije Nath Hridaye Mahdera |
Whoever reads Hanuman Chalisa will be able to accomplish all their works. Lord Shiva will Himself oversee that this so happens.
Oh Lord Hanuman, may I always remain a servant of Lord Rama and may You always be in my hearts, are the words of Tulsidas. |
Pawana Tanaya Sankata Harana
Mangala Murti Roop Ram Lakhhan Sita Sahit Hridaya Basahu Sur Bhup |
The son of Wind, destroys all troubles. You embody a holy soul of good fortune.
With Lord Rama, Sita, and Laxman, please stay in my heart forever. |
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