Hanuman Chalisa FAQ

It describes the deeds of Lord Hanuman, his qualities, his glory and his devotion and reverence for Shri Ram. Hanuman Chalisa is especially sung with great love on every Tuesday, Saturday and on religious occasions like Hanuman Jayanti.

Hanuman Chalisa was composed by Goswami Tulsidas, who also composed Ramcharitmanas. This Chalisa contains a detailed description of Hanuman’s birth, his divine powers, his great deeds and his unwavering devotion to Lord Rama.

Hanuman Chalisa composed by Tulsidas ji has 3 (Doha) couplets and 40 (Chaupai) verses. On the basis of the number of 40 verses, this devotional composition was named ‘Chalisa‘.
Opening Dohas : 2
Chaupais : 40 (main verses)
Closing Doha : 1

Dear devotees, you can recite Hanuman Chalisa anywhere – it depends on your wish! 😊
Whether you recite it while sitting on the bed or at some other place, there is nothing to fear. Hanuman ji is going to protect you, he will never come to threaten you!

Here is a summary of both traditional and modern beliefs related to Hanuman Chalisa and menstruation:
Traditional View:
According to some religious beliefs, women should refrain from visiting temples, touching idols or directly participating in worship during menstruation. The reason given is that the body is considered “impure” during this state. Also, since Hanuman ji is a celibate, it is believed that he looks at women with a maternal attitude, so bowing before him is not considered appropriate.
Modern/Scientific View:
On the other hand, today’s generation believes that menstruation is a natural process and should not be associated with “impurity”. God looks at the selfless spirit of the devotee, not the physical condition. Therefore, women can recite or chant Hanuman Chalisa mentally. However, if you want to follow traditional rules, chanting silently instead of reading the book in hand can be a balanced option.
The decision is in your hands:
Ultimately, it depends on your personal faith and convenience. After understanding both sides, you decide for yourself which path you want to follow.

It is absolutely true that non-vegetarians can also recite Hanuman Chalisa. There is no restriction on any kind of food in Chalisa. But if you want to seriously do the sadhna of Hanuman ji, then it is good to keep a few things in mind:
For general recitation: If you just want to read Chalisa daily, then you can do it even while eating non-vegetarian food. God looks at devotion, not what you eat.
For special sadhna: If you are making a special wish or chanting Chalisa, then it is good to abstain from meat, fish and alcohol for a few days. This is because these things disturb the mind.
From a spiritual point of view: Hanuman ji was a celibate and he liked satvik food. Eating vegetarian food keeps the mind calm and helps in devotion.
Practical advice: If you cannot give up eating meat, then at least eat light and satvik food before and during the recitation. This will make your mind concentrate more on worship.
Remember, God looks at the feelings of your heart. If you remember Hanumanji with a true heart, he will definitely listen to you. But if possible, you can make your devotion even more effective by keeping a little restraint.

Yes, you can recite Hanuman Chalisa at night. It is believed that reciting Hanuman Chalisa calms the mind and removes negative thoughts, which leads to good sleep. And negative powers are considered to be more active at night. Reciting Hanuman Chalisa helps in protecting us from these powers.

According to religious beliefs, it is not considered right to read Hanuman Chalisa without taking a bath. There are four main reasons behind this:
For purity
● Bathing cleans both our body and mind. When we are clean, we are able to worship God properly.
Respect for God
● Just as we wear good clothes before meeting an elder, similarly going to God clean and tidy shows respect to him.
Ease in meditation
● After bathing, the mind becomes calm and the mind does not wander while reading Chalisa.
Removal of bad feelings
● It is said that bathing removes the negativity around us.
But in certain situations you can read Chalisa without bathing:
● If you are ill or not in a condition to bathe
● When you have very little time and you have to read it immediately
● If there is an emergency like someone is ill or there is some big problem
In such situations you can read Chalisa just by washing your hands and face and wearing clean clothes. God understands our helplessness, he sees our difficulties and not just the external cleanliness.

Hanuman Chalisa describes the amazing powers of Hanuman ji and his great deeds. It is not just a text, but a treasure of spiritual power that gives us three things:
Strength of mind
● Removes fear and anxiety
● Increases self-confidence
● Gets courage to fight difficulties
Protection of life
● Removes evil eye and negativity
● Protection from all kinds of troubles
● Keeps the body healthy
Spiritual benefits
● Mind becomes calm
● Increases patience
● Helps in achieving all the four goals of life (Dharma, Artha, Kama, Moksha)
How does it work?
When we recite Chalisa with full faith, the energy of Hanuman ji forms a protective shield around us. It cleanses our mind and fills the body with new strength.
The truth:
The real power of Chalisa lies in our devotion. The more love and faith you will recite, the more benefits you will get. Hanuman ji comes to help just by hearing a call from the devotees! 🚩🙏
(Note: This is not magic, but the result of faith and regular practice)

Friends, if you read Hanuman Chalisa every day, then it gives special results in 40 days. Some people start it on Tuesday or Saturday – it is considered auspicious. On the other hand, reciting it 11 times on Hanuman Jayanti also gives great benefits.
But the real thing is:
● How clean is your heart
● How deep is your faith in Hanuman ji
● How strong is your belief
If you read Chalisa every day with all your heart, without any doubt, then soon you will start seeing its effect. You may not understand anything in the beginning, but be patient. Just like a plant grows slowly by watering it, your wish will be fulfilled by regular recitation.
Remember:
● Do not hurry
● Start small
● Keep faith
Hanuman ji comes running just by hearing a call from his devotees! Your heart should just be clean. 🚩🙏
(Note: This is not magic, but the result of regular practice and devotion)

Friends, if you want to memorize Hanuman Chalisa, then these easy methods can help you:
Learn a little bit every day
● Read slowly first
● Try to understand the meaning of the words
● Memorize 2-4 chaupais every day
● As you memorize, proceed further
Listen to it like a song
● Listen to the audio of Chalisa from YouTube or apps
● Try to speak along with it
● This will improve the pronunciation
Learn by watching videos
● Watch videos of good bhajans on YouTube
● You will feel interested by seeing pictures of Hanuman ji
● You can also see the lyrics on the screen
Take the help of mobile apps
● Many good apps will be found on the Play Store
● Some apps also have translation
● Set a daily reminder
Read with friends/family
● It is fun to read together
● It helps in correcting mistakes
● It also gives inspiration
Don’t lose courage
● It will seem difficult in the beginning, but gradually you will memorize it
● Read it every day Take some time
● You will memorize the entire Chalisa in 1-2 months
The most important thing:
Hanuman ji will like your efforts. Even if it is slow, but do practice regularly. If you read with concentration, you will memorize quickly! 🚩🙏
(Tip: Reading after taking bath every morning helps in memorizing quickly)

Hanuman Chalisa is a powerful devotional song that praises Lord Hanuman.It is believed that reciting it brings many benefits including mental peace, protection, prosperity and freedom from diseases.
However, it is important to note that Hanuman Chalisa is not a miracle cure. It is a spiritual and mental practice that can give you the strength to fight diseases but it is not a substitute for any kind of medical treatment.
If you are ill then you should consult a doctor and take proper medical treatment.
Reciting Hanuman Chalisa can complement your medical treatment and help you recover quickly. It is said that if dawa and dua both are together then you will be healthy soon.

Although you can read Hanuman Chalisa anytime, but it is said that reading it at night or in the morning during Brahmamuhurta gives you special benefits. This is because at that time there is a very peaceful environment around you, so that you can recite this Chalisa with concentration. You can recite it anytime as per your wish.

Always before starting the recitation, you should take a bath and then sit, should not eat non-veg or non-vegetarian food, should always sit on a mat and recite, should worship Lord Shri Ram before starting Hanuman Chalisa.