Who is Lord Hanuman?



Some British guy asked me this question when I got him to listen to the sound track of the animated movie. And I could only say this to him…

As per Hindu mythology, we are supposed to have millions and millions of gods and their incarnations. Apparently, Lord Hanuman is the coolest of the lot. You have more reasons to like Hanuman than perhaps any of the other gods.

Of course, this is totally my personal opinion!

19 Responses to “Who is Lord Hanuman?”

  1. Sam Says:

    Hanuman was a reincarnation of Lord Shiva, who as everyone knows, is THE DUDE.

  2. Sushubh Says:

    yeah :D

  3. Ally Says:

    Hanuman, who is the monkey God and a reincarnation of Shiva. He is well known for helping out Rama rescue Sita who was kidnapped by Ravana, the 10 headed Demon.

    He is an ideal devotee to God which is symbolised by all the letters in his name –
    H= Humility and Hopefulness (optimism)
    A= Admiration (truthfulness and devotion)
    N= Nobility (sincerity, loyalty, modesty)
    U= Understanding (knowledge)
    N= Mastery over ego (kindness, compassion)
    A= Achievements (strength)
    N= Nishkama-karma (selfless work in service of God)

    Some people find it odd to worship a monkey but to believers the idea is to revere and worship him for the astounding attributes he represents-attributes that most humans find impossible to practice.

    He is normally shown holding a mace called the Gada which is a sign of his bravery

    He has a tattoo of Lord Rama with his wife Sita on his chest which shows how much he is devoted to him.

    The mountain he sometimes carries is a symbol for the kidnapping of Sita where Lakshmana was badly injured and only a special herb could help him. Hanuman was not able to identify the herb and so took the whole mountain which saved Lakshmanas life.

    Hanuman’s spiritual father is Vayu, so Hanuman is also called Pavan-putra (meaning ’son of Pavan’) or Maruti. Being divine, Hanuman was born with immense physical strength, the power to fly, and divine levels of endurance.

    Hanuman was born in the Treta Yuga, as the son of Anjana a female vanara. Anjana was actually an apsaras (a celestial being), named Punjikasthala, who, due to a curse, was born on the earth as a female vanara. The curse was to be removed on her giving birth to an incarnation of Lord Shiva. Anjana was the wife of Kesari, a strong vanara who once killed a mighty elephant that was troubling sages and hermits. He therefore got the name ‘Kesari’, meaning lion, and is also called Kunjara Südana, the elephant killer.

    Hanuman is actually a very popular God since there is even a 2005 animated feature film about him released by Sahara India Pariwar of India. The film dramatizes his life and it is even India’s first major commercial family animated feature.

  4. Yashendra Says:

    Hanuman ji was son of Anjani and Kesari. A dravidian Brahmin from Vanar community. Vanar= Va+ Nar ( short height + human). He was not a monkey.

    Kesari was a millitary commander in Sugriva’s army. Hanuman ji became a close confidante of King Sugriva. This Vanara kingdom was where modern Hampi is in Karnataka.

    Mother Anjani had got this son from the blessings of Lord Shiva. And Hanuman ji had various siddhis ( anima, laghima, garima etc as mentioned in Patanjali Yogsutras. By the way, this 8-fold Yoga is a technology which uses the power of consciousness).

    All other mystic things said about him are symbolism for intrinsic spiritual and other powers, abilities and strength.
    But, neither he, nor anyone else, was ever a monkey among Vanaras.

    He was a great warrior and endowed with high spiritual powers. The only devotee in human history who is worshipped as a god. Spiritually, its said that Lord Shiva himself was born as Hanuman. And, as Hanuman ji had powers like Pavan, the god of wind, he is called Pavan-putra.

    His grabbing the sun in his childhood is a symbolic way of telling that he acquired the knowledge of Solar Science ( the mystical Surya-vigyan) when he was very young.

  5. Krishna Rao Says:

    Lord Hanuman is great devotee of Sri Ramachandra. He is god of Kaliyug (Present world). If you are doing any work with the name of Sri Anjaneya, you will get lots of daring to do. I fee that. Your fear will get vanish. Only one god of Hindu religion Sri Hanuman is Celibacy (Brahmachari).

    Everyday pray to Sri Hanuman really you will get lots of strength.

    Krishna Rao

  6. Anonymous Says:

    JAI SHREE RAM!

  7. Bireshwar banerjee Says:

    Hanuman conseves the powers of all the gods of heaven. Worshipping him, one gets the result of all pujas. Hanuman is truly the GOD of Kaliyaga. His devotees shall receive salvation here and hereafter. 2 mantras of Hanuman are “Om Shri Hanumante Namah” and “Om Pavan Nandanaye Svaha” and “Jai Bajrang Bali”. Keeping a statue of Panchmukhi Hanuman at the western side of your house shall nullify all vastu defects. So love my Lord Hanuman.

    Bireshwar Banerjee

  8. Nick Says:

    From the Tantric point of view, Hanuman is the energy in the throat chakra and jaw which connects the Heart Chakra (Spiritual Hierarchy) to the Third Eye (Will aspect of the planetary logos). He has access to the planetary,solar, galactic and universal antahkarana. He possesses a physical body but he can move at will into any vibration existing in this Universe.
    To put it in simple words, Hanuman is the prototype of the ultimate divine warrior… kind of like a Super-Navy Seal :-)

  9. V L Kumar Says:

    Read the hanuman Chalisa - at least once a week.

    If not possible just say: Rama lakshmana janaki Jai bolo hanuman Ke.

  10. Suraj.K.Maharaj Says:

    Hanuman is a Reincarnation of Lord Shiva.
    He has an ideal devotee to god which symbolised his name-
    H=Humlility and Hopefulness
    A=Admiration
    N=Nobilty
    U=Understanding
    M=Mastery ovr ego
    A=Achievments
    N=Niskarma

  11. Hanuma Bhakta Says:

    Hanuman is wrongly interpretated as as the incarnation of Lord Shiva. He is actually one of the three incarnation of VayuDeva (the Air god),,, The three incarnations are
    1. Hanuman(during lord Ram)
    2.Bhima (during Lord Krishna)
    3.Madhwacharya (during Lord Vedavyasa)

    He is considered to be the greatest devotee of Lord Vishnu. So whenever Lord vishnu took incarnation , Vayudeva(Hanuman) took birth in one or the other forms to be with him.

    According to vaishnav philosophy Vayudeva is consered to be second in line after Lord Vishnu and Matha Laxmi. And all the Gods come after them.
    it is also believed that the present lord Vayudeva is the future Lord Brahma when Lord Brahma attain moksha. Hence it is always told to pray him as he is the future creator of this world.

    One can read literatures by Shri Madwacharya if more insights are needed about this.

    Regards,

  12. Sandeep Prasad Says:

    Lord Hanuman is incarnation of Rudra ( lord Shiva) He has got the blessing to be immortal. I’ll tell you a real incident which happened to me when i was in mahad ( MAHARASHTRA,INDIA).I wanted to visit Raigad Fort, whichis aroung 25 km from Mahad. approx 15-20 km of this stretch is Ghat section ( mountain section) may be around 5 to 6 thousand feet above sea level. I asked one of my uncle to give me his motorcycle so that i can go there, my uncle told me that the motorcycle is giving problem and will automatically gets shut down after travelling some distance. and you cannot reach the fort. But i instited for the Bike and he finally gave me, i encountered the problem which my uncle have told me, for a stretch of five km the bike was shut off at least 10 times and the ghat section was about to begin, I prayed to lord Hanuman that now the ghat section is starting and i want to rach top so pl. ensure that the bike dosent stops. and to the surprise the bike did’t give any problem till i return the bike to my uncle in the evening, and when my uncle tried to use the bike the sam e problem again started.
    so this is the grace of lord. if you pray him with your pure heart he will difinetely help you.
    Lal deh lali lase arudhar lal langoor, vajra deh danav dalan , jai jai kapi ati sur.
    He is also know as Bajrangbali.

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  14. POOJA Says:

    i love lord hanuman

  15. Linda Naicker Says:

    Good Morning,

    Please I am looking for the cd with the following Hanuman songs;
    Bole Bole Hanuman, Bajarang Bali Meri Naav, Na Sur Hai Na Sargam Hai,Bhaj Le Prani Ek Hi, Bajrang Baan, Mera Naam Bada Hai & Aarthi Kijay Januman Lala Ki

    Please emai me and let me know
    God Bless

  16. Ajay Says:

    Shri Guru Charan Saroj Raj After cleansing the mirror of my mind with the pollen
    Nij mane mukure sudhar dust of holy Guru’s Lotus feet. I Profess the pure,
    Varnao Raghuvar Vimal Jasu untainted glory of Shri Raghuvar which bestows the four-
    Jo dayaku phal char fold fruits of life.(Dharma, Artha, Kama and Moksha).

    Budhi Hin Tanu Janike Fully aware of the deficiency of my intelligence, I
    Sumirau Pavan Kumar concentrate my attention on Pavan Kumar and humbly
    Bal budhi Vidya dehu mohe ask for strength, intelligence and true knowledge to
    Harahu Kalesa Vikar relieve me of all blemishes, causing pain.

    Jai Hanuman gyan gun sagar Victory to thee, O’Hanuman! Ocean of Wisdom-All
    Jai Kapis tihun lok ujagar hail to you O’Kapisa! (fountain-head of power,wisdom
    and Shiva-Shakti) You illuminate all the three worlds
    (Entire cosmos) with your glory.

    Ram doot atulit bal dhama You are the divine messenger of Shri Ram. The
    Anjani-putra Pavan sut nama repository of immeasurable strength, though known
    only as Son of Pavan (Wind), born of Anjani.

    Mahavir Vikram Bajrangi With Limbs as sturdy as Vajra (The mace of God Indra)
    Kumati nivar sumati Ke sangi you are valiant and brave. On you attends good Sense
    and Wisdom. You dispel the darkness of evil thoughts.

    Kanchan varan viraj subesa Your physique is beautiful golden coloured and your dress
    Kanan Kundal Kunchit Kesa is pretty. You wear ear rings and have long curly hair.

    Hath Vajra Aur Dhuvaje Viraje You carry in your hand a lightening bolt along with a victory
    Kandhe moonj janehu sajai (kesari) flag and wear the sacred thread on your shoulder.

    Sankar suvan kesri Nandan As a descendant of Lord Sankar, you are a comfort and pride
    Tej pratap maha jag vandan of Shri Kesari. With the lustre of your Vast Sway, you are
    propitiated all over the universe.

    Vidyavan guni ati chatur You are the repository of learning, virtuous and fully accom-
    Ram kaj karibe ko aatur plished, always keen to carry out the behest’s of Shri Ram.

    Prabu charitra sunibe ko rasiya You are an ardent listener, always so keen to listen to the
    Ram Lakhan Sita man Basiya narration of Shri Ram’s Life Stories. Your heart is filled with
    what Shri Ram stood for. You therefore always dwell in the
    hearts of Shri Ram, Lakshman and Sita.

    Sukshma roop dhari Siyahi dikhava You appeared before Sita in a Diminutive form and spoke to
    Vikat roop dhari lanka jarava her in humility. You assumed an awesome form and struck
    terror by setting Lanka on fire.

    Bhima roop dhari asur sanghare With over-whelming might you destroyed the Asuras
    Ramachandra ke kaj sanvare (demons) and performed all tasks assigned to you by Shri Ram
    with great skill.

    Laye Sanjivan Lakhan Jiyaye You brought Sanjivan (A herb that revives life) and restored
    Shri Raghuvir Harashi ur laye Lakshman back to life, Shri Raghuvir (Shri Ram) cheerfully
    embraced you with his heart full of joy.

    Raghupati Kinhi bahut badai Shri Raghupati (Shri Ram) lustily extolled your excellence and
    Tum mam priye Bharat-hi sam bhai said: “You are as dear to me as my own brother Bharat.”

    Sahas badan tumharo yash gaave Thousands of living beings are chanting hymns of your glories;
    Us kahi Shripati kanth lagaave saying thus, Shri Ram warmly hugged him (Shri Hanuman).

    Sankadik Brahmadi Muneesa When prophets like Sanka, even the Sage like Lord Brahma,
    Narad Sarad sahit Aheesa the great hermit Narad himself, Goddess Saraswati and Ahisha
    (one of immeasurable dimensions).

    Yam Kuber Digpal Jahan te Even Yamraj (God of Death) Kuber (God of Wealth) and the
    Kavi kovid kahi sake kahan te Digpals (deputies guarding the four corners of the Universe)
    have been vying with one another in offering homage to your
    glories. How then, can a mere poet give adequate expression
    of your super excellence.

    Tum upkar Sugreevahin keenha You rendered a great service to Sugriv. You united him with
    Ram milaye rajpad deenha Shri Ram and he installed him on the Royal Throne. By heeding
    Tumharo mantra Vibheeshan mana your advice, Vibhishan became Lord of Lanka. This is known
    Lankeshwar Bhaye Sub jag jana all over the Universe.

    Yug sahastra jojan par Bhanu On your own you dashed upon the Sun, which is at a fabulous
    Leelyo tahi madhur phal janu distance of thousands of miles, thinking it to be a sweet
    luscious fruit.

    Prabhu mudrika meli mukh mahee Carrying the Lord’s Signet Ring in your mouth, there is
    Jaladhi langhi gaye achraj nahee hardly any wonder that you easily leapt across the ocean.

    Durgaam kaj jagat ke jete The burden of all difficult tasks of the world become light
    Sugam anugraha tumhre tete with your kind grace.

    Ram dware tum rakhvare, You are the sentry at the door of Shri Ram’s Divine Abode.
    Hoat na agya binu paisare No one can enter it without your permission,

    Sub sukh lahai tumhari sarna All comforts of the world lie at your feet. The devotees enjoy all
    Tum rakshak kahu ko dar na divine pleasures and feel fearless under your benign Protection.

    Aapan tej samharo aapai You alone are befitted to carry your own splendid valour. All the
    Teenhon lok hank te kanpai three worlds (entire universe) tremor at your thunderous call.

    Bhoot pisach Nikat nahin aavai All the ghosts, demons and evil forces keep away, with the
    Mahavir jab naam sunavai sheer mention of your great name, O’Mahaveer!!

    Nase rog harai sab peera All diseases, pain and suffering disappear on reciting regularly
    Japat nirantar Hanumant beera Shri Hanuman’s holy name.

    Sankat se Hanuman chudavai Those who remember Shri Hanuman in thought, words and deeds
    Man Karam Vachan dyan jo lavai with Sincerity and Faith, are rescued from all crises in life.

    Sub par Ram tapasvee raja All who hail, worship and have faith in Shri Ram as the Supreme
    Tin ke kaj sakal Tum saja Lord and the king of penance. You make all their difficult tasks
    very easy.

    Aur manorath jo koi lavai Whosoever comes to you for fulfillment of any desire with faith
    Sohi amit jeevan phal pavai and sincerity, Will he alone secure the imperishable fruit of
    human life.

    Charon Yug partap tumhara All through the four ages your magnificent glory is acclaimed far
    Hai persidh jagat ujiyara and wide. Your fame is Radiantly acclaimed all over the Cosmos.

    Sadhu Sant ke tum Rakhware You are Saviour and the guardian angel of Saints and Sages and
    Asur nikandan Ram dulhare destroy all Demons. You are the angelic darling of Shri Ram.

    Ashta sidhi nav nidhi ke dhata You can grant to any one, any yogic power of Eight Siddhis
    Us var deen Janki mata (power to become light and heavy at will) and Nine Nidhis
    (Riches,comfort,power,prestige,fame,sweet relationship etc.)
    This boon has been conferred upon you by Mother Janki.

    Ram rasayan tumhare pasa You possess the power of devotion to Shri Ram. In all rebirths
    Sada raho Raghupati ke dasa you will always remain Shri Raghupati’s most dedicated disciple.

    Tumhare bhajan Ram ko pavai Through hymns sung in devotion to you, one can find Shri Ram
    Janam janam ke dukh bisravai and become free from sufferings of several births.

    Anth kaal Raghuvir pur jayee If at the time of death one enters the Divine Abode of Shri Ram,
    Jahan janam Hari-Bakht Kahayee thereafter in all future births he is born as the Lord’s devotee.

    Aur Devta Chit na dharehi One need not entertain any other deity for Propitiation, as
    Hanumanth se hi sarve sukh karehi devotion of Shri Hanuman alone can give all happiness.

    Sankat kate mite sab peera One is freed from all the sufferings and ill fated contingencies of
    Jo sumirai Hanumat Balbeera rebirths in the world. One who adores and remembers Shri Hanuman.

    Jai Jai Jai Hanuman Gosahin Hail, Hail, Hail, Shri Hanuman, Lord of senses. Let your victory
    Kripa Karahu Gurudev ki nyahin over the evil be firm and final. Bless me in the capacity as my
    supreme guru (teacher).

    Jo sat bar path kare kohi One who recites Chalisa one hundred times, becomes free from the
    Chutehi bandhi maha sukh hohi bondage of life and death and enjoys the highest bliss at last.

    Jo yah padhe Hanuman Chalisa All those who recite Hanuman Chalisa (The forty Chaupais)
    Hoye siddhi sakhi Gaureesa regularly are sure to be benedicted. Such is the evidence of no less a
    witness as Bhagwan Sankar.

    Tulsidas sada hari chera Tulsidas as a humble devotee of the Divine Master, stays perpetually at
    Keejai Das Hrdaye mein dera his feet, he prays “Oh Lord! You enshrine within my heart & soul.”

    Pavantnai sankat haran, Oh! conqueror of the Wind, Destroyer of all miseries, you are a
    Mangal murti roop. symbol of Auspiciousness.
    Ram Lakhan Sita sahit, Along with Shri Ram, Lakshman and Sita, reside in my heart.
    Hrdaye basahu sur bhoop. Oh! King of Gods.

  17. Shiran Says:

    Can anyone tell me who was the mom and dad of Anjani the mom of Hanuman…?

  18. Shiran Says:

    Who was the mom and dad of Anjani…?

  19. Manju Says:

    Lord hanuman is 01 of most attractive & most strong personality.

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