Shri Hanumat Pancharatnam
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Vitakhil-vishayechchhan Jatanandashr Pulakamatyachchham ।
Sitapati Dutadyan Vatatmajamady Bhavaye Hridyam ॥
Tarunarun Mukh-kamalan Karuna-rasapur-puritapangam ।
Sanjivanmashase Manjul-mahimamanjana-bhagyam ॥
Shambaravairi-sharatigamambujadal-vipul-lochanodaram ।
Kambugalamaniladishtam Bimb-jvalitoshthamekamavalambe ॥
Durikrt-sitartih Prakatikrt-ramavaibhav-sphurtih ।
Darit-dashmukha-kirtih Purto Mama Bhatu Hanumanto Murtiah ॥
Vanar-nikaradhyakshan Danavakul-kumud-ravikar-sadrsham ।
Deen-janavan-deekshan Pavan Tapah Pakapunjamadraksham ॥
Itat-itatpavana-sutasya Storam
Yah Pathati Pancharatnakhyam ।
Chirmih-nikhilan Bhogan Bhuktva
Shri Ram-bhakti-bhag-bhavati ॥
Iti Srimachhankar-bhagavatha
Kruto Hanumant-pancharatnam Sampurnam ॥
- Shri Adi Shankaracharya
Shri Hanumat Pancharatnam About
Shri Hanumat Pancharatnam is a revered hymn composed by Jagadguru Adi Shankaracharya in praise of Lord Hanuman, the epitome of devotion, strength, and loyalty. The term 'Pancharatnam' means 'five gems,' referring to the five exquisite verses of this stotra that highlight the divine qualities and virtues of Hanuman.
Meaning
The hymn praises Hanuman’s qualities such as his unwavering devotion to Lord Rama, immense strength, courage, wisdom, valor, fearlessness, health, determination, and eloquence. It emphasizes Hanuman’s role as the messenger of Sri Rama and his divine nature as the son of the wind god Vayu. The verses invoke Hanuman’s blessings to remove obstacles, offer protection, and grant strength to devotees.
Benefits
- Removes obstacles and fears
- Grants physical and mental strength
- Provides protection against negative influences
- Enhances courage, determination, and wisdom
- Bestows peace, prosperity, and confidence
Significance
Shri Hanumat Pancharatnam is especially chanted by devotees seeking Hanuman’s divine grace to overcome difficulties and to deepen their spiritual practices. It is believed that regular recitation brings blessings of strength, resilience, and spiritual awakening, aligning the devotee more closely with Lord Rama’s divine mission.