हनुमान चालीसा
Hanuman Chalisa
Hanuman Chalisa in English: Full Lyrics & Meaning
Read and understand the full Hanuman Chalisa in English. Below is the complete text in Romanized English, so you can read and pronounce it easily, along with an in-depth English meaning for every verse.
Doha
Shri Guru Charan Saroj Raj, Nij Man Mukur Sudhaari |
Barnaoon Raghuwar Bimal Jasu, Jo Daayak Phal Chari ||
Barnaoon Raghuwar Bimal Jasu, Jo Daayak Phal Chari ||
Meaning
I purify my mind's mirror with the dust of the lotus feet of the Guru and describe the pure glory of Shri Raghubir, who bestows the four fruits of Dharma, Artha, Kama, and Moksha.
Doha
Buddhiheen Tanu Janike, Sumiro Pavan-Kumar
Bal Buddhi Vidya Dehu Mohi, Harahu Kalesh Vikar.
Bal Buddhi Vidya Dehu Mohi, Harahu Kalesh Vikar.
Meaning
O Pawan Kumar! I meditate upon you, knowing my body and intellect are weak. Grant me physical strength, wisdom, and knowledge, and remove my sorrow and flaws.
Verses 1 – 10
1
Jai Hanuman Gyaan Gun Saagar, Jai Kapis Tihun Lok Ujagar
MeaningHail to you, Shri Hanuman! Your knowledge and virtues are infinite. Hail to the Lord of monkeys, whose fame shines in all three worlds — Heaven, Earth, and the Underworld.
2
Ram Doot Atulit Bal Dhama, Anjani Putra Pavan Sut Naama
MeaningO son of Pawan, Anjani's son! No one is as strong as you.
3
Mahavir Vikram Bajrangi, Kumati Nivaar Sumati Ke Sangi
MeaningO Mahavir Bajrangi! You are endowed with immense courage. You dispel evil thoughts and are the companion of the wise and virtuous.
4
Kanchan Baran Biraj Subesa, Kanan Kundal Kunchit Kesa
MeaningYou are adorned with a golden complexion, beautiful clothes, earrings, and curly hair.
5
Haath Bajra Aur Dhwaja Viraje, Kandhe Munj Janeu Saaje
MeaningYou hold a thunderbolt and flag in your hands, and a sacred thread (Munj) adorns your shoulders.
6
Shankar Suvan Kesari Nandan, Tej Pratap Maha Jag Vandan
MeaningO incarnation of Shankar, Kesari Nandan! Your valor and glorious reputation are praised throughout the world.
7
Vidyawan Guni Ati Chatur, Ram Kaj Karibe Ko Aatur
MeaningYou are the repository of supreme knowledge, endowed with virtues and great skill, ever eager to serve Lord Ram.
8
Prabhu Charitra Sunibe Ko Rasiya, Ram Lakhin Sita Man Basiya
MeaningYou delight in listening to the deeds of Lord Ram. Shri Ram, Sita, and Lakshman reside in your heart.
9
Sookshm Roop Dhari Siyahim Dikhawa, Bikath Roop Dhari Lank Jarawa
MeaningYou assumed a very small form to show Sita Ji and a terrifying form to set Lanka on fire.
10
Bheem Roop Dhari Asur Sanhaare, Ramchandra Ke Kaaj Sanwaare
MeaningYou took a gigantic form to destroy the demons and fulfilled Lord Ram's mission.
Verses 11 – 20
11
Laaye Sanjeevani Lakhin Jiyaaye, Shri Raghuveer Harshi Ur Laaye
MeaningYou brought the Sanjeevani herb and revived Lakshman, making Shri Raghuveer overjoyed and embracing you.
12
Raghupati Keene Badhai, Tum Mam Priya Bharat Sam Bhai
MeaningShri Ram praised you greatly and said that you are as dear to him as his brother Bharat.
13
Sahas Badan Tumharo Jas Gaave, As Kahi Shri Pat Kanta Lagaave
MeaningShri Ram embraced you and said that your glory is worthy of being sung by thousands of mouths.
14
Sanakadik Brahmaadi Munisa, Narad, Sarad Sahit Ahisa
MeaningSages like Sanak, Brahma, Narada, Saraswati, and Sheshnag all sing your praises.
15
Jam Kuber Digpaal Jahan Te, Kavi Kobid Kahin Sake Kahan Te
MeaningEven Yama, Kubera, and the guardians of the directions, as well as poets and scholars, cannot describe your glory fully.
16
Tum Upkar Sugreevahi Keenha, Ram Milay Rajpad Deenha
MeaningYou helped Sugreev by introducing him to Ram, thereby granting him the throne.
17
Tumharo Mantra Vibheeshan Mana, Lankeshwar Bhaye Sab Jag Jaana
MeaningVibhishan followed your advice and became the ruler of Lanka, and this is known to all.
18
Jug Sahastra Yojan Par Bhanu, Leelyo Taahi Madhur Phal Jaana
MeaningThe Sun is thousands of Yojans away, but you swallowed it thinking it was a sweet fruit.
19
Prabhu Mudrika Meli Mukh Maahi, Jaladhi Langhi Gaye Achraj Naahi
MeaningYou crossed the ocean holding Lord Ram's ring in your mouth, and it is no wonder.
20
Durgam Kaaj Jagat Ke Jete, Sugam Anugrah Tumhare Tete
MeaningAll the difficult tasks in the world become easy with your grace.
Verses 21 – 30
21
Ram Duware Tum Rakhware, Hot Na Aagya Bin Paisare
MeaningYou are the guardian of Lord Ram's gate. Without your permission, no one can enter.
22
Sab Sukh Lahe Tumhari Sarna, Tum Rakshak Kahu Ko Darna
MeaningThose who seek refuge in you attain all happiness, and with you as protector, there is no fear.
23
Aapan Tej Samharo Aapai, Teenon Lok Haank Tain Kaapai
MeaningNo one can contain your power, and your roar makes the three worlds tremble.
24
Bhoot Pishach Nikat Na Aave, Mahavir Jab Naam Sunave
MeaningWherever the name of Mahavir Hanuman is uttered, ghosts and demons cannot approach.
25
Naasai Rog Hare Sab Peera, Japat Nirantar Hanumat Beera
MeaningO brave Hanuman! By continuously chanting your name, all diseases are cured and all pain is eliminated.
26
Sankat Tain Hanuman Chhudave, Man, Karm, Vachan Dhyan Jo Lave
MeaningO Hanuman! Those who focus their mind, actions, and speech on you are relieved of all their troubles.
27
Sab Par Ram Tapaswi Raja, Tinke Kaaj Sakal Tum Saja
MeaningLord Ram, the greatest of ascetics, entrusts all his tasks to you.
28
Aur Manorath Jo Koi Laave, Soi Amit Jeevan Phal Paave
MeaningAnyone who seeks your grace and fulfillment of desires will receive an unbounded, eternal reward.
29
Chaaron Jug Pratap Tumhara, Hai Parsiddh Jagat Ujjiyara
MeaningYour glory is spread across all four Yugas, and your fame shines throughout the world.
30
Sadhu Sant Ke Tum Rakhware, Asur Nikandan Ram Dulare
MeaningO dear to Ram! You protect saints and destroy demons.
Verses 31 – 40
31
Asht Siddhi Nau Nidhi Ke Daata, As Bar Din Janaki Mata
MeaningYou have received a boon from Mata Janaki (Sita), through which you can grant anyone the eight Siddhis and nine Nidhis.
32
Ram Rasayan Tumhare Paasa, Sada Raho Raghupati Ke Daasa
MeaningYou are forever in the service of Raghupati (Ram), and you possess the elixir of Ram's name.
33
Tumhare Bhajan Ram Ko Paave, Janam Janam Ke Dukh Bisrave
MeaningBy chanting your name, one attains Shri Ram and is freed from the suffering of many lifetimes.
34
Ant Kal Raghubar Pur Jaai, Jahan Janm Hari Bhakt Kahai
MeaningAt the end of life, one goes to the abode of Shri Raghubir, and in future births will be known as a devotee of Ram.
35
Aur Devta Chit Na Dharai, Hanumat Sei Sarv Sukh Karai
MeaningO Hanuman! Serving you brings all kinds of happiness, and there is no need for worshiping any other deity.
36
Sankat Kate Mite Sab Peera, Jo Sumirai Hanumat Balbeera
MeaningO valiant Hanuman! Those who meditate on you are freed from all crises and pain.
37
Jai Jai Jai Hanuman Gosai, Kripa Karhu Guru Dev Ki Naai
MeaningVictory, victory, victory to Hanuman, the Lord! Bless me as you bless your Guru.
38
Jo Sat Baar Paath Kar Koi, Chhootahi Bandhi Maha Sukh Hoi
MeaningAnyone who recites this hymn a hundred times will be freed from all bonds and will attain great happiness.
39
Jo Yeh Padhe Hanuman Chalisa, Hoy Siddhi Sakhi Gaurisa
MeaningWhoever recites the Hanuman Chalisa will certainly attain success, as Lord Shankar (Shiva) is the witness.
40
Tulsidas Sada Hari Chera, Kijai Nath Hriday Mein Dera
MeaningO Lord Hanuman! Tulsidas is always a servant of Lord Ram. Please reside in his heart.
Closing Doha
Pawan tanay sankat haran, mangal moorti roop.
Ram Lakhan Sita sahit, hriday basahu Surbhoop.
Ram Lakhan Sita sahit, hriday basahu Surbhoop.
Meaning
O Son of the Wind, remover of obstacles, embodiment of auspiciousness! O King of Gods, please reside in my heart along with Lord Ram, Sita, and Lakshman.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Hanuman Chalisa was composed by the poet-saint Goswami Tulsidas in the 16th century, in the Awadhi language, as a devotional hymn of 40 verses (chaupais) praising Lord Hanuman.
"Chalisa" comes from the Hindi word "chalis," meaning forty — referring to the 40 main verses (chaupais) that make up the hymn, framed by opening and closing dohas.
Yes. This page provides the full Hanuman Chalisa in Romanized English transliteration along with an English meaning for every verse, so anyone can read and understand it without knowing Devanagari script.
Devotees generally believe that sincerity and devotion matter more than the language of recitation. Reading it in English with understanding of its meaning can deepen one's connection to the prayer.