Hanuman Chalisa Verses for Courage and Protection
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When people are afraid or in trouble, many turn to the Hanuman Chalisa. Here are the verses that speak most directly about courage, shelter and release from trouble, with the Hindi text, a roman transliteration and both English and Hindi meanings.
This post follows the widely discussed story of Captain Smit Machchhar, who said he chanted the Hanuman Chalisa during the Flydubai FZ1073 attack, but it applies to anyone looking for strength.
Chaupai 22: Sab sukh lahai tumhari sarna
सब सुख लहै तुम्हारी सरना।
तुम रच्छक काहू को डर ना॥
Sab sukh lahai tumhari sarna.
Tum rachchak kahu ko dar na.
Meaning: All happiness is found under your shelter; with you as protector, there is nothing to fear.
अर्थ: जो आपकी शरण में आता है, उसे सारे सुख मिलते हैं। आप जैसे रक्षक के रहते किसी का भय नहीं रहता।
Story and context: Those who take refuge in Hanuman find happiness, and with him as protector there is nothing to fear. Open this verse with its painting.
Chaupai 23: Aapan tej samharo aapai
आपन तेज सम्हारो आपै।
तीनों लोक हांक तें कांपै॥
Aapan tej samharo aapai.
Tinon lok hank te kanpai.
Meaning: You alone can contain your own splendour; your roar makes all three worlds tremble.
अर्थ: आप अपने तेज को स्वयं ही सँभाल सकते हैं। आपकी एक हुंकार से तीनों लोक काँप उठते हैं।
Story and context: Only Hanuman can hold his own radiant energy, and his roar makes the three worlds tremble. Open this verse with its painting.
Chaupai 24: Bhoot pisach nikat nahin avai
भूत पिसाच निकट नहिं आवै।
महाबीर जब नाम सुनावै॥
Bhoot pisach nikat nahin avai.
Mahabir jab naam sunavai.
Meaning: Ghosts and evil spirits dare not come near when your mighty name is spoken.
अर्थ: जहाँ महावीर हनुमान जी का नाम लिया जाता है, वहाँ भूत-पिशाच पास नहीं आते।
Story and context: Popular belief holds that ghosts and evil spirits do not come near where the name of Mahabir Hanuman is spoken. Open this verse with its painting.
Chaupai 25: Nasai rog harai sab peera
नासै रोग हरै सब पीरा।
जपत निरंतर हनुमत बीरा॥
Nasai rog harai sab peera.
Japat nirantar Hanumat beera.
Meaning: Illness fades and every pain is removed for one who constantly chants your name, brave Hanuman.
अर्थ: वीर हनुमान जी के नाम का निरंतर जप करने से रोग नष्ट होते हैं और सारी पीड़ा दूर हो जाती है।
Story and context: Constant chanting of Hanuman's name is traditionally believed to relieve suffering and ease pain. Open this verse with its painting.
Chaupai 26: Sankat te Hanuman chhudavai
संकट तें हनुमान छुड़ावै।
मन क्रम बचन ध्यान जो लावै॥
Sankat te Hanuman chhudavai.
Man kram bachan dhyan jo lavai.
Meaning: Hanuman frees from every trouble one who remembers him in thought, word and deed.
अर्थ: जो मन, कर्म और वचन से हनुमान जी का ध्यान करता है, उसे वे संकटों से छुड़ा लेते हैं।
Story and context: Hanuman is said to free from trouble those who remember him sincerely with mind, action and speech. Open this verse with its painting.
Chaupai 36: Sankat katai mitai sab peera
संकट कटै मिटै सब पीरा।
जो सुमिरै हनुमत बलबीरा॥
Sankat katai mitai sab peera.
Jo sumirai Hanumat balbeera.
Meaning: Every trouble is cut away and all pain removed for one who remembers mighty Hanuman.
अर्थ: जो बलवीर हनुमान जी का स्मरण करता है, उसके सारे संकट कट जाते हैं और सब पीड़ाएँ मिट जाती हैं।
Story and context: All troubles and pain are said to come to an end for those who remember the mighty Hanuman. Open this verse with its painting.
Fearlessness in the hymn
The theme in these verses is Hanuman as a fearless protector. In the Ramayana he crosses the ocean, enters an enemy city alone and faces great danger without losing his calm. The hymn invites the reader to borrow some of that steadiness. Read the full account in the story of Hanuman and Ram.
How to read it when you are anxious
- Sit down, breathe slowly, and read at a gentle pace. The rhythm itself is calming.
- If the full hymn feels long, begin with one verse and repeat it.
- Read the meaning once, so the words carry sense as you say them.
- Use the roman lyrics if you cannot read Devanagari, or listen on the illustrated version.
Prayer and faith can be a comfort. In an emergency or when you are unwell, please also seek help from qualified people.
Frequently asked questions
Which Hanuman Chalisa verse is for removing fear?
Chaupai 22 says that all happiness is found under Hanuman's shelter and that with him as protector there is nothing to fear. Chaupai 24 says evil spirits do not come near where his name is spoken.
Which verse is for removing troubles?
Chaupai 26 says Hanuman frees from trouble one who remembers him in thought, word and deed, and chaupai 36 says troubles are cut away and pain removed for one who remembers him.
Is it right to expect protection from reciting it?
Devotees recite the Hanuman Chalisa as an act of faith, and many say it gives them courage and calm. It is a matter of belief and not a guarantee, and it should go alongside sensible precautions and professional help when needed.
How many times should I read it when I feel afraid?
There is no fixed rule. Many people read it once slowly, which takes about five to ten minutes. Others repeat a favourite verse. Follow whatever brings you calm.
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