- Om Aanjeyay Vidmahe Vayuputray Dhimahi | Tanno Hanuman Prachodayat ||1||
“Om Aanjeyay Vidmahe Vayuputray Dhimahi | Tanno Hanuman Prachodayat ||1||”
In the first part of the mantra, we meditate on Lord Hanuman as “Aanjeyay,” the son of Anjana, and “Vayuputray,” the son of Vayu (the Wind God). The word “Aanjeyay” refers to Hanuman’s connection with his mother, Anjana, and “Vayuputray” acknowledges him as the son of Vayu. The chant seeks to meditate on Hanuman’s divine form and wisdom.
- Om Ramdutay Vidmahe Kapirajay Dhimahi | Tanno Maruti Prachodayat ||2||
“Om Ramdutay Vidmahe Kapirajay Dhimahi | Tanno Maruti Prachodayat ||2||”
In the second part of the mantra, we meditate on Hanuman as “Ramdutay,” the messenger of Lord Rama, and “Kapiraj,” the king of the monkeys (referring to Sugriva). The word “Maruti” is another name for Hanuman, derived from the word “Marut,” which means wind. The mantra seeks to meditate on Hanuman as the devoted messenger of Lord Rama.
- Om Anjanisutay Vidmahe Mahabalaay Dhimahi | Tanno Maruti Prachodayat ||3||
“Om Anjanisutay Vidmahe Mahabalaay Dhimahi | Tanno Maruti Prachodayat ||3||”
In the third part of the mantra, we meditate on Hanuman as “Anjanisut,” the son of Anjana, and “Mahabala,” the mighty one. The chant acknowledges Hanuman’s immense strength and power. The mantra seeks to meditate on Hanuman’s mighty and divine form.
The Hanuman Gayatri Mantra is a sacred chant dedicated to Lord Hanuman. Each part of the mantra focuses on a different aspect of Hanuman’s divine nature and his significance in Hindu mythology. Regular chanting of this mantra with devotion is believed to bring strength, courage, and wisdom to the devotee. It is an expression of reverence and surrender to Lord Hanuman, seeking his grace and assistance in spiritual growth and overcoming obstacles in life. Devotees recite this mantra to seek blessings, protection, and guidance from Lord Hanuman, the epitome of devotion and loyalty in Hindu mythology.
