Hanuman Chalisa (Opening Doha)श्रीगुरु चरन सरोज रज
Devoted to Hanuman
Source: Composed by Tulsidas (~16th century)
Transliteration
Shri Guru Charan Saroj Raj, Nij Manu Mukuru Sudhari | Baranau Raghubar Bimal Jasu, Jo Dayaku Phal Chari
Meaning (English)
Having cleansed the mirror of my mind with the dust of my Guru's lotus feet, I describe the pure glory of Sri Rama, who bestows the four fruits (dharma, artha, kama, moksha).
Benefits (Phal)
Hanuman is the destroyer of all obstacles, especially negative energies (pret-badha, drishti dosh). Full 40 verses chanted on Tuesdays/Saturdays repels evil, grants courage, strength, devotion. Even the opening doha invokes Hanuman's presence. Full text → /chalisa/hanuman.
When to Chant
Tuesdays, Saturdays, Hanuman Jayanti, when facing fear or negativity. Sunrise or sunset.
How to Chant
Face image of Hanuman or Ram-Lakshman-Sita. Offer red flowers, sindoor. Read full Chalisa (8-10 min). Minimum 11 times in 21 days clears most prarabdha obstacles.
Book a pandit for Hanuman Chalisa (Opening Doha) jaap
Major sankalp (1.25 lakh count or more) traditionally requires a trained pandit. Verified pandits perform on your behalf with full video proof + sankalpa with your gotra/nakshatra.