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Hanuman Chalisa Lyrics in English

॥ Hanuman Chalisa ॥

Sankat Katai Mitai Sab Peera — 40 verses of devotion, with meaning

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Doha

Shri Guru Charan Saroj Raj, Nij Manu Mukuru Sudhari. Barnau Raghubar Bimal Jasu, Jo Dayaku Phal Chari.

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Meaning: Tulsidas begins by honouring his Guru, then resolves to sing Lord Ram’s spotless glory, which grants life’s four rewards — dharma, artha, kama and moksha.

Doha

Buddhiheen Tanu Jaanike, Sumirau Pawan-Kumar. Bal Buddhi Vidya Dehu Mohi, Harahu Kales Bikaar.

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Meaning: The poet humbly confesses his limits and prays to Hanuman for strength, wisdom, learning and freedom from suffering.

Chaupai 1

Jai Hanuman Gyan Gun Sagar. Jai Kapis Tihun Lok Ujaagar.

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Meaning: Hanuman is praised as a vast ocean of knowledge and noble qualities, celebrated across heaven, earth and the netherworld.

Chaupai 2

Ramadoot Atulit Bal Dhama. Anjani-Putra Pavanasut Naama.

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Meaning: This verse recalls Hanuman’s three identities — Ram’s messenger, Anjani’s son and son of the Wind.

Chaupai 3

Mahavir Bikram Bajrangi. Kumati Nivar Sumati Ke Sangi.

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Meaning: Hanuman’s thunderbolt-like strength destroys negativity, and he stands beside the virtuous.

Chaupai 4

Kanchan Baran Biraaj Subesa. Kaanan Kundal Kunchit Kesa.

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Meaning: A radiant picture of Hanuman’s divine, handsome form.

Chaupai 5

Haath Bajra Au Dhwaja Biraaje. Kaandhe Moonj Janeoo Saaje.

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Meaning: Hanuman’s weapons and sacred thread mark him as both warrior and devotee.

Chaupai 6

Sankar Suvan Kesarinandan. Tej Pratap Maha Jag Bandan.

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Meaning: Hanuman’s divine parentage and universal fame are celebrated.

Chaupai 7

Vidyavaan Guni Ati Chatur. Ram Kaaj Karibe Ko Aatur.

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Meaning: Wisdom and devotion together make Hanuman the ideal servant of Ram.

Chaupai 8

Prabhu Charitra Sunibe Ko Rasiya. Ram Lakhan Sita Man Basiya.

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Meaning: Hanuman’s deepest joy is devotion; the divine family lives within his heart.

Chaupai 9

Sukshma Roop Dhari Siyahi Dikhaava. Bikat Roop Dhari Lanka Jaraava.

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Meaning: Hanuman’s mastery over his size served Ram’s mission in Lanka.

Chaupai 10

Bheem Roop Dhari Asur Sanhaare. Ramachandra Ke Kaaj Sanwaare.

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Meaning: No obstacle withstands Hanuman when he takes his mighty form.

Chaupai 11

Laay Sajeevan Lakhan Jiyaaye. Shri Raghubeer Harashi Ur Laaye.

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Meaning: Hanuman’s feat of carrying the life-saving mountain won Ram’s loving embrace.

Chaupai 12

Raghupati Keenhi Bahut Badaai. Tum Mam Priya Bharatahi Sam Bhai.

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Meaning: Ram honoured Hanuman with a place equal to his own brother Bharat.

Chaupai 13

Sahas Badan Tumharo Jas Gaavain. As Kahi Shripati Kanth Lagaavain.

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Meaning: Ram himself declares that Hanuman’s fame is beyond telling.

Chaupai 14

Sankaadik Brahmaadi Muneesa. Narad Sarad Sahit Aheesa.

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Meaning: Sages, gods and the goddess of learning alike celebrate Hanuman.

Chaupai 15

Jam Kuber Digpaal Jahaan Te. Kabi Kobid Kahi Sake Kahaan Te.

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Meaning: Even death, wealth, the cosmic guardians and the learned fall short of praising him fully.

Chaupai 16

Tum Upkaar Sugreevahi Keenha. Ram Milaay Raaj Pad Deenha.

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Meaning: Hanuman’s counsel restored Sugriva’s throne and friendship with Ram.

Chaupai 17

Tumharo Mantr Vibheeshan Maana. Lankeshwar Bhae Sab Jag Jaana.

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Meaning: Following Hanuman’s guidance, Vibhishan chose righteousness and kingship.

Chaupai 18

Jug Sahasra Jojan Par Bhaanu. Leelyo Taahi Madhur Phal Jaanu.

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Meaning: Even as a child, Hanuman’s power was cosmic — he reached for the sun itself.

Chaupai 19

Prabhu Mudrika Meli Mukh Maaheen. Jaladhi Laanghi Gaye Acharaj Naaheen.

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Meaning: Carrying Ram’s token, Hanuman’s leap across the sea shows faith makes all possible.

Chaupai 20

Durgam Kaaj Jagat Ke Jete. Sugam Anugraha Tumhare Tete.

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Meaning: No difficulty survives Hanuman’s compassionate intervention.

Chaupai 21

Ram Duaare Tum Rakhwaare. Hot Na Aagya Binu Paisaare.

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Meaning: Hanuman is the gatekeeper of grace; through him alone we reach Ram.

Chaupai 22

Sab Sukh Lahai Tumhaari Sarna. Tum Rakshak Kaahu Ko Dar Na.

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Meaning: Surrender to Hanuman brings happiness and fearless protection.

Chaupai 23

Aapan Tej Samharo Aapai. Teenon Lok Haank Te Kaanpai.

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Meaning: Hanuman’s power is so immense that only he can contain it.

Chaupai 24

Bhoot Pisach Nikat Nahin Aavai. Mahaveer Jab Naam Sunaavai.

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Meaning: Chanting Hanuman’s name drives away fear and evil forces.

Chaupai 25

Naasai Rog Harai Sab Peera. Japat Nirantar Hanumat Beera.

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Meaning: Faithful remembrance of Hanuman heals body and mind.

Chaupai 26

Sankat Te Hanuman Chudaavai. Man Kram Bachan Dhyaan Jo Laavai.

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Meaning: Sincere devotion in every act calls Hanuman’s rescue.

Chaupai 27

Sab Par Ram Tapasvi Raaja. Tin Ke Kaaj Sakal Tum Saajaa.

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Meaning: Hanuman is the devoted executor of Lord Ram’s will.

Chaupai 28

Aur Manorath Jo Koi Laavai. Soi Amit Jeevan Phal Paavai.

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Meaning: Hanuman fulfils the prayers of all who approach him.

Chaupai 29

Chaaron Jug Partaap Tumhaara. Hai Parsiddh Jagat Ujiyaara.

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Meaning: Hanuman is eternal — worshipped in every age, everywhere.

Chaupai 30

Saadhu-Sant Ke Tum Rakhwaare. Asur Nikandar Ram Dulaare.

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Meaning: Hanuman shields the good, defeats evil and is dearest to Ram.

Chaupai 31

Asht Siddhi Nau Nidhi Ke Daata. As Bar Deen Jaanki Maata.

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Meaning: Sita blessed Hanuman with the power to grant spiritual attainments and wealth.

Chaupai 32

Ram Rasayan Tumhare Paasa. Sadaa Raho Raghupati Ke Daasa.

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Meaning: Constant remembrance of Ram is Hanuman’s nectar and eternal vow.

Chaupai 33

Tumhare Bhajan Ram Ko Paavai. Janam-Janam Ke Dukh Bisraavai.

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Meaning: Worshipping Hanuman leads to Ram and fulfils life’s aims.

Chaupai 34

Antkaal Raghubr Pur Jaayi. Jahaan Janam Hari-Bhakt Kahaai.

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Meaning: Hanuman’s devotees attain liberation, or blessed rebirth in devotion.

Chaupai 35

Aur Devta Chitt Na Dharaai. Hanumat Sei Sarb Sukh Karai.

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Meaning: Single-hearted devotion to Hanuman is enough for all fulfilment.

Chaupai 36

Sankat Katai Mitai Sab Peera. Jo Sumirai Hanumat Balbeeraa.

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Meaning: Remembering Hanuman dissolves suffering and danger.

Chaupai 37

Jai Jai Jai Hanuman Gosaain. Kripa Karahu Gurudev Ki Naain.

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Meaning: A triple salute crowning Hanuman as master and guide.

Chaupai 38

Jo Sat Baar Paath Kar Koi. Chhoothahi Bandi Maha Sukh Hoi.

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Meaning: Regular recitation liberates the soul and fills it with joy.

Chaupai 39

Jo Yah Padhai Hanuman Chalisa. Hoy Siddhi Saakhi Gaurisa.

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Meaning: Shiva and Parvati themselves guarantee the reader’s success.

Chaupai 40

Tulsidas Sada Hari Chera. Keejai Naath Hriday Mah Dera.

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Meaning: The poet closes as a humble servant, asking Hanuman to live in his heart.

Doha

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

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Meaning: The final prayer invites Hanuman, with Ram’s whole family, to reside in the devotee’s heart.

॥ इति श्री हनुमान चालीसा ॥

Composed by Goswami Tulsidas · Awadhi

Significance

Why Read the Hanuman Chalisa

Blessings of this divine hymn

Freedom from Troubles

Regular recitation removes life’s sufferings, illness and obstacles. Hanuman’s grace never fails.

Peace of Mind

Reciting the Chalisa melts away stress. Daily reading builds focus and positivity.

Devotion and Practice

Tulsidas’s timeless composition — every verse celebrates Hanuman’s virtues.

Practice

How to Read

  • Bathe and recite in the morning or evening.
  • Tuesdays and Saturdays bring special blessings.
  • Meditate on Shri Ram and Hanuman as you read.
  • Read with focus, understanding each verse’s meaning.
  • 101 recitations fulfil all wishes.

Complete Guide

About Hanuman Chalisa Lyrics in English: Meaning, PDF and Paath

This page presents the full Shri Hanuman Chalisa English text — completeHanuman Chalisa English lyrics in simple Roman transliteration, starting with "Shri Guru Charan Saroj Raj" and ending with "Tulsidas Sada Hari Chera." The Hanuman Chalisa lyrics in Englishfollow the traditional order — two opening dohas, all 40 chaupais, and the closing doha — with the plain-English meaning of every verse one tap away. It is written for beginners, children growing up outside India, and anyone who sings along with audio but wants to follow the words accurately. If you searched for hanuman chalisa english mein, you are in the right place — the entire Chalisa is right above, no download needed.

Each verse appears as a separate card with adjustable font size (A− / A / A+), dark mode, and a language bar that keeps your place when you switch scripts. Reading on chaupai 12 here and tapping Hindi lands you on chaupai 12 there, so you can compare transliteration with Devanagari line by line. A practical method: read the transliteration aloud once with a familiar tune, then read the English meaning silently — most people memorise several chaupais within days while understanding the story of Hanuman's strength, service, and humility.

Looking for a hanuman chalisa english pdf (also searched as hanuman chalisa pdf)? Every page here is print-friendly: use your browser's Print / Save as PDF option for a clean document with controls hidden automatically. For your daily hanuman chalisa paath, bathe and sit facing east in the morning or light a diya in the evening, begin by remembering Shri Ram, and recite slowly — one paath takes about 7–10 minutes. Tuesday and Saturday are traditionally special; start with one paath daily and increase gradually.

FAQ

Hanuman Chalisa FAQs: Common Questions Answered

Answers to the most common questions about the paath

Why should one read the Hanuman Chalisa?
The Hanuman Chalisa gives courage, fearlessness, and mental peace. Lord Hanuman's grace removes suffering, illness, and negativity, and deepens devotion to Shri Ram.
Why is the Hanuman Chalisa recited?
It is recited to remember Lord Hanuman in times of fear, worry, or difficulty. Recitation on Tuesdays and Saturdays, during Sade Sati, and before starting new work is considered especially fruitful.
How many times should one read the Hanuman Chalisa in a day?
Begin with 1 paath daily. For a vow, people recite 7, 11, 21, or 108 times — but regularity matters most: one daily paath beats a hundred occasional ones.
Which is the most powerful Chalisa?
The Hanuman Chalisa is among the most popular and powerful hymns. The Durga, Shiv, and Ganesh Chalisas are each powerful in their own domain — true power lies in faith and regular recitation.
When should one not read the Hanuman Chalisa?
There is no strict prohibition — you may read it anytime with devotion. Traditionally, bathe first and read with a pure mind; avoid reciting after non-vegetarian food or alcohol.
What happens when you read the Hanuman Chalisa regularly?
Regular recitation reduces fear and builds focus and self-confidence. The Chalisa itself says — "Jo Shat Baar Paath Kar Koi, Chhootahi Bandi Maha Sukh Hoi" — one who recites it a hundred times is freed from bondage.
What happens when you read the Hanuman Chalisa at 4:00 AM?
4 AM is Brahmamuhurta — the mind is at its calmest and most focused. Reciting then deepens meditation and keeps positivity through the day.