हनुमान
Hanuman
Devotional Texts & Prayers
Hanuman (Hanumān) is the foremost devotee of Lord Rama and one of the Chiranjivis — the immortal beings who remain on Earth until the end of the current Kali Yuga. The son of Anjana and Kesari, empowered by the Wind god Vayu, he is the embodiment of strength, devotion, and selfless service. Worship of Hanuman is especially beneficial for Mars-ruled Mesha and Vrishchika Rashi natives and for all who seek protection, courage, and victory over adversity.
Hanuman Devotional Texts
Chalisa
हनुमान चालीसा
Hanuman Chalisa
Awadhi · Tulsidas
Hanuman Chalisa — 40 verses by Tulsidas praising Lord Hanuman's divine glory, strength, and devotion to Rama.
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Bajrang Baan
Awadhi · Tulsidas
Bajrang Baan by Tulsidas — the powerful Awadhi prayer of arrows (Baan) invoking Hanuman for immediate protection, fearlessness, and removal of all evil and obstacles.
Read Chalisa →About Hanuman
Hanuman is invoked by devotees across all traditions of Hinduism — Vaishnavism, Shaivism, and Shaktism alike. He is described in the Valmiki Ramayana as a Vanara (divine monkey-warrior), the commander of Rama's army, and the one who discovered Sita's location in Lanka. The Hanuman Chalisa composed by Tulsidas in the 16th century remains the most widely recited devotional text in India, crossing 5 billion YouTube plays — the most for any devotional recording in history.
In Vedic astrology, Hanuman is the presiding deity of Mars (Mangal). Worship on Tuesdays and Saturdays is especially potent for pacifying a malefic Mars or Shani in the birth chart. The Bajrang Baan, Hanuman Chalisa, and Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra are often combined into Tuesday Puja for protection from negative energies. Mesha (Aries) and Vrishchika (Scorpio) Moon-sign natives — both Mars-ruled — receive the greatest benefits from regular Hanuman worship.
Hanuman & Vedic Astrology
Associated Planet
Mars
Auspicious Day
Tuesday · मंगलवार
Main Festival
Hanuman Jayanti
Rashifal for Mars-Influenced Signs
Frequently Asked Questions about Hanuman
Why is Hanuman worshipped on Tuesdays and Saturdays?
Tuesday (Mangalwar) is the day of Mars (Mangal), and Hanuman is the presiding deity of Mars in Vedic astrology. Worshipping Hanuman on Tuesdays is believed to pacify a malefic Mars in the birth chart and grant strength and protection. Saturday (Shaniwar) is significant because Hanuman is said to have freed Shani (Saturn) from Ravana's prison — so Hanuman worship on Saturdays is believed to reduce the malefic effects of Saturn transits and Sade Sati.
What is the Hanuman Chalisa and who wrote it?
The Hanuman Chalisa is a 40-verse devotional hymn in praise of Hanuman, composed by the saint-poet Goswami Tulsidas in the 16th century in the Awadhi dialect of Hindi. It consists of 2 introductory Dohas, 40 Chaupais, and 1 closing Doha — 43 verses in total. It is part of his Vinaya Patrika. Each Chaupai praises one aspect of Hanuman's divine qualities and deeds. It is the most widely memorised and recited devotional text in India.
What is the difference between Hanuman Chalisa and Bajrang Baan?
The Hanuman Chalisa is a devotional hymn of praise composed by Tulsidas in Awadhi, recited daily as an act of bhakti (devotion). The Bajrang Baan ("Arrows of the Mighty One") is a more intense invocation-style text in Sanskrit that calls upon Hanuman's protective powers in times of crisis — illness, black magic, evil eye, or extreme fear. The Bajrang Baan is considered more powerful for protection but requires stricter ritual conditions; the Chalisa can be recited at any time.
Which Rashi natives benefit most from Hanuman worship?
In Vedic astrology, Hanuman is the deity of Mars (Mangal). Mesha (Aries) and Vrishchika (Scorpio) Rashi natives — both ruled by Mars — benefit most from regular Hanuman worship. Those undergoing Mars Mahadasha or Antardasha, those with weak or malefic Mars in the natal chart, those experiencing Manglik dosha, or those in the Sade Sati (Saturn 7.5-year cycle) are advised to worship Hanuman on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
What is the significance of Hanuman Jayanti?
Hanuman Jayanti celebrates the birth of Hanuman and falls on the full moon (Purnima) of the Chaitra month (March–April) according to the Panchang — though some traditions observe it on the 14th day (Chaturdashi) of the Krishna Paksha in Kartika. On this day, devotees observe a fast, recite the Hanuman Chalisa 108 times, anoint Hanuman idols with sindoor (vermilion), and offer prasad of laddoos. Large public celebrations occur at major Hanuman temples like Sankat Mochan in Varanasi.