Puranic Mantra · Lord Hanuman
हनुमान मंत्र — ॐ हनुमते नमः
Hanuman Mantra
Sanskrit (Devanagari)
ॐ हनुमते नमः हनुमान गायत्री: ॐ आञ्जनेयाय विद्महे वायुपुत्राय धीमहि तन्नो हनुमत् प्रचोदयात्
Transliteration
Om Hanumate Namah Hanuman Gayatri: Om Anjaneyaya Vidmahe Vayuputraya Dhimahi Tanno Hanumat Prachodayat
Meaning
Om. I bow to Hanuman, the devoted servant of Lord Ram. The Hanuman Gayatri: We know Anjaneya (son of Anjana), we meditate on the son of Vayu (Wind God), may that Hanuman illuminate and inspire us.
Last updated: 20 April 2026 · Traditional Vedic mantra
Benefits of Hanuman Mantra
- ·Supreme protection mantra — Hanuman destroys all evil and negative forces
- ·Removes fear, anxiety, and gives extraordinary courage and confidence
- ·Pacifies malefic Mars and Rahu — Hanuman governs both these planets
- ·Bestows physical strength, athletic ability, and stamina
- ·Protects from black magic, evil spirits, and all tantric attacks
- ·Helps overcome all types of obstacles — professional, personal, and spiritual
How to Chant
- 1.Tuesday and Saturday are Hanuman's sacred days — chant especially on these days
- 2.Offer sindoor (red vermillion), jasmine oil, and red flowers to Hanuman
- 3.Recite Hanuman Chalisa before or after this mantra for complete Hanuman sadhana
- 4.Face east or south while chanting
- 5.Lighting a sesame oil lamp is specifically recommended for Hanuman
- 6.Chant when afraid, in danger, or before any challenging endeavor
Best Time
Tuesday and Saturday. Brahma Muhurta daily. Sunrise on Tuesdays. During any perceived danger.
Recommended Count
108 times daily. Before danger: 21 times. Tuesday sadhana: 1008 times. Hanuman Jayanti: unlimited recitation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q.Is Hanuman mantra the most powerful protection mantra?
Hanuman is considered the supreme protector in the Hindu tradition. His mantra, combined with the Hanuman Chalisa, creates a shield that is said to be impenetrable by negative forces. Hanuman's devotion to Ram and his role as the destroyer of demons (Rakshasas) makes his energy specifically powerful against evil, fear, and adversity. Many people chant the mantra when traveling at night or entering unknown situations.
Q.Why is Hanuman associated with Mars and Saturn?
In Vedic astrology, Hanuman is the deity who governs both Mars (Mangal) and Saturn (Shani). Mars rules courage, physical strength, and conflict — all of which are embodied by Hanuman. Saturn's difficult transits (Sade Sati) are traditionally remedied by Hanuman worship, because Hanuman is said to have once held Shani captive, and Shani agreed to not trouble Hanuman's devotees severely.
Q.Can women chant Hanuman mantra?
Yes. While some traditional temples have restrictions on women entering the inner sanctum, there is no spiritual restriction on women chanting Hanuman mantras. Many female devotees have deep personal relationships with Hanuman and chant his mantras daily. The protective energy of Hanuman is available to all sincere devotees.