“Hanuman Jayanti: Celebrating the Mighty Monkey God’s Birth”

Hanuman Jayanti is an auspicious Hindu festival celebrated to commemorate the birth of Lord Hanuman, the epitome of devotion, courage, and strength. This festival falls on the full moon day (Purnima) of the Hindu lunar month of Chaitra, which usually occurs in March or April according to the Gregorian calendar.

Lord Hanuman, also known as Anjaneya or Maruti, is one of the most revered figures in Hindu mythology. He is worshipped as a symbol of strength, devotion, and selfless service. Hanuman is portrayed as a Vanara (monkey) deity, who played a crucial role in the epic Ramayana. He is depicted as a loyal devotee of Lord Rama, accompanying him in his quest to rescue Princess Sita from the demon king Ravana.

The festival of Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated with great fervor and devotion across India and in other parts of the world where Hindu communities reside. Devotees observe various rituals and customs to honor Lord Hanuman on this day.

Hanuman Chalisa lyrics

Shri Guru Charan Saroj Raj, Nij Man Mukar Sudhari,
Barnau Raghubar Bimal Jasu, Jo Dayaku Phal Chari
Budhiheen Tanu Janike, Sumirau Pavan Kumar,
Bal Buddhi Vidya Dehu Mohin, Harahu Kalesh Vikaar

Jai Hanuman Gyan Gun Sagar,
Jai Kapis Tihun Lok Ujagar

Ramdut Atulit Bal Dhamaa,
Anjani Putra Pavan Sut Naamaa

Mahavir Vikram Bajrangi,
Kumati Nivaar Sumati Ke Sangi

Kanchan Baran Biraaj Subeshaa,
Kaanana Kundal Kunchit Keshaa

Haath Vajra Aur Dhvaja Birajai,
Kandhe Moonj Janeu Saajai

Sankar Suvan Kesari Nandan,
Tej Pratap Maha Jag Vandan

Vidyavaan Guni Ati Chatur,
Ram Kaaj Karibe Ko Aatur

Prabhu Charittra Sunibe Ko Rasiya,
Ram Lakhan Sita Man Basiya

Sukshma Roop Dhari Siyahin Dikhawa,
Bikat Roop Dhari Lanka Jarawa

Bhima Roop Dhari Asur Sanhaare,
Ramachandra Ke Kaj Sanvaare

Laaya Sanjivan Lakhan Jiyaye,
Shri Raghuvir Harashi Ura Laaye

Raghupati Kinhi Bahut Badaai,
Tum Mama Priya Bharat Sam Bhai

Sahas Badan Tumharo Jas Gaave,
Asa Kahi Shripati Kanth Laagave

Sanakaadik Brahmaadi Munisa,
Naarad Shaarad Sahit Ahisa

Yam Kuber Digpaal Jahaate,
Kavi Koivid Kahi Sakai Kahaate

Tum Upakaar Sugreevahin Keenha,
Raam Milaay Rajpad Deenha

Tumharo Mantra Vibheeshan Maanaa,
Lankeshwar Bhaye Sab Jag Jaanaa

Jug Sahasra Jojan Par Bhaanu,
Leelyo Taahi Madhur Phal Jaanu

Prabhu Mudrikaa Meli Mukh Maahi,
Jaladhi Langhi Gaye Acharaj Naahi

Durgam Kaaj Jagat Ke Jeete,
Sugam Anugrah Tumhare Tete

Ram Duware Tum Rakhavaare,
Hoata Na Agyaa Binu Paisaare

Sab Sukh Laahai Tumhaari Sarna,
Tum Rakshak Kaahu Ko Darna

Aapan Tej Samhaaro Aapai,
Teenon Lok Haank Te Kaapai

Bhoot Pisaach Nikat Nahi Aavaai,
Mahavir Jab Naam Sunaavaai

Nase Rog Hare Sab Peeraa,
Japat Nirantar Hanumat Beeraa

Sankat Te Hanuman Chhudavaai,
Man Kram Vachan Dhyan Jo Laavai

Sab Par Ram Tapasvee Raajaa,
Tinake Kaaj Sakal Tum Saajaa

Aur Manorath Jo Koi Laavai,
Sohi Amit Jeevan Phal Paavai

Charon Yug Partaap Tumhaaraa,
Hai Parsiddh Jagat Ujiyaaraa

Saadhu Sant Ke Tum Rakhavaare,
Asura Nikandan Ram Dulaare

Ashta Siddhi Nau Nidhi Ke Daataa,
Asa Bar Deen Janki Mataa

Ram Rasayan Tumhare Paasaa,
Sadaa Raho Raghupati Ke Daasaa

Tumhare Bhajan Ram Ko Pave,
Janam Janam Ke Dukh Bisraave

Antkaal Raghubar Pur Jaayee,
Jahan Janam Hari Bhakta Kahaayee

Aur Devtaa Chitt Na Dharahi,
Hanumat Sei Sarva Sukh Karahi

Sankat Katai Mitai Sab Peeraa,
Jo Sumirei Hanumat Bal Beeraa

Jai Jai Jai Hanuman Gosaaee,
Kripaa Karahu Gurudev Kee Naayee

Jo Sat Baar Paath Kar Koi,
Chhootahi Bandi Maha Sukh Hoi

Jo Yah Padhe Hanuman Chaaleesaa,
Hoy Siddhi Saakhi Gauriisaa

Tulsidas Sadaa Hari Cheraa,
Keejai Naath Hridai Mah Deraa

Pavan Tanay Sankat Haran,
Mangal Moorti Roop

Ram Lakhan Sita Sahit,
Hrday Basahu Soor Bhoop

Here are some common practices associated with Hanuman Jayanti:

1. Fasting and Prayer: Devotees observe fasts and offer prayers to seek the blessings of Lord Hanuman. Special prayers and hymns dedicated to Hanuman are chanted in temples and homes.
2. Visiting Temples: Temples dedicated to Lord Hanuman witness a significant influx of devotees on Hanuman Jayanti. People offer flowers, fruits, and sweets to the deity and seek his blessings for strength, courage, and protection from evil forces.
3. Recitation of Hanuman Chalisa: Hanuman Chalisa, a devotional hymn dedicated to Lord Hanuman, is recited by millions of devotees on Hanuman Jayanti. It is believed that chanting the Hanuman Chalisa with devotion can bestow blessings and fulfill one’s wishes.
4. Community Gatherings and Processions: In many places, community gatherings and processions are organized to celebrate Hanuman Jayanti. Devotees dress up as Hanuman and participate in colorful processions, chanting hymns and singing praises of the deity.
5. Distribution of Prasad: Prasad, consisting of sweets like laddoos and bananas, is distributed among devotees as a symbol of divine blessings.
6. Charitable Activities: Hanuman Jayanti is also a time for charitable activities. Devotees engage in feeding the poor, distributing clothes and other essentials to the needy, and organizing medical camps as acts of service and compassion, reflecting Hanuman’s selfless nature.
7. Cultural Programs: In some regions, cultural programs featuring plays, bhajans (devotional songs), and discourses on the life and teachings of Lord Hanuman are organized to mark the occasion.

Hanuman Jayanti holds immense significance for devotees who look up to Lord Hanuman as a source of inspiration, courage, and protection. The festival transcends regional and linguistic barriers, uniting people in devotion and reverence for the mighty monkey god. It serves as a reminder of the power of faith, devotion, and selfless service in overcoming obstacles and achieving spiritual growth.