Hanuman or Anjaneya or Sankat Mochan is perhaps one of the most revered and adored deities in the Hindu scriptures. The Lord is an embodiment of Shiva and exemplifies strength, devotion, compassion and perseverance. The tales of Hanuman have taught us numerous lessons; his selfless service for Rama teaches us the meaning of true friendship. His unwavering faith in the almighty reiterates the true definition of faith and worship. Always eager to help those in need, he always stood for the truth and dharma. Our childhood was galore with stories regarding the Monkey God who swallowed the sun and who helped Rama in his battle against the ten headed demon. But beyond the tale of Ramayana, there are numerous stories which we are not so familiar with. Here we have made an effort to bring to you a collection of rare and unheard stories about our beloved Bajrangbali. Indulge your aesthetic senses and learn a little more about Pawanputra.
Story Of Hanuman’s Birth
When Lord Vishnu decided to incarnate on earth in the form of Rama, Lord Shiva professed his desire to serve him. Shiva’s intention perturbs Sati as she would have to stay apart from her beloved husband. Learning of Sati’s concern, Shiva promised to send only a portion of him to earth so that he could fulfil both the purposes. But the form which Shiva should adopt for his reincarnation became a cause of great distress to both Sati and Shiva. Finally after much deliberation, Shiva decided to assume the form of a monkey, as the humble creature can sustain with a simple lifestyle and is free of all bondages of caste and traditions. Thus he took birth in the form of Hanuman, who served Lord Rama with utmost devotion.
Pawanputra Hanuman Was An Incarnation Of Lord Shiva
Hanuman was the son of Anjana and the monkey king Kesari. Anjana was an ethereal fairy who served in the celestial palace of Lord Brahma and was apparently self-obsessed and egotistical. In her vanity, once she enraged a sage who in turn cursed the divine beauty that her beautiful face would morph into one that of a monkey the moment she falls in love. Lord Brahma took pity on Anjana and sent her to earth where she was smitten by Kesari. The two then exchanged nuptial vows.
Hanuman was the son of Anjana and the monkey king Kesari. Anjana was an ethereal fairy who served in the celestial palace of Lord Brahma and was apparently self-obsessed and egotistical. In her vanity, once she enraged a sage who in turn cursed the divine beauty that her beautiful face would morph into one that of a monkey the moment she falls in love. Lord Brahma took pity on Anjana and sent her to earth where she was smitten by Kesari. The two then exchanged nuptial vows.
Anjana who was a zealous devotee of Lord Shiva wished for the Lord to take birth as her son. Thus she set about meditating to appease the God. In the end Shiva granted her the boon that he will incarnate on this earth as her offspring.
King Dashrath of Ayodhya had four queens but was still childless. On advice of his state priest, the King conducted a yagna to please the almighty. As offering to the Lords, kheer, a sweet dish, was prepared and was distributed among the four queens of Dashrath. While Kaushalya, the eldest queen was about to have the kheer, a Kite snatched away a portion of it and flew away. On Shiva’s instruction, Lord Vayu, the God of Wind, placed the sweet offering near Anjana who was engrossed in meditation. She believed the kheer to be a blessing from Lord Shiva and consumed it. Thus Anjana’s son, Anjaneya, came to be known as an incarnation of Shiva and son of Lord Vayu or Pawan Putra Hanuman.
King Dashrath of Ayodhya had four queens but was still childless. On advice of his state priest, the King conducted a yagna to please the almighty. As offering to the Lords, kheer, a sweet dish, was prepared and was distributed among the four queens of Dashrath. While Kaushalya, the eldest queen was about to have the kheer, a Kite snatched away a portion of it and flew away. On Shiva’s instruction, Lord Vayu, the God of Wind, placed the sweet offering near Anjana who was engrossed in meditation. She believed the kheer to be a blessing from Lord Shiva and consumed it. Thus Anjana’s son, Anjaneya, came to be known as an incarnation of Shiva and son of Lord Vayu or Pawan Putra Hanuman.
3. The Meaning Of The Name Hanuman In Sanskrit
The word Hanuman is derived from two Sanksrit words ‘Hanu’ and ‘Man’. While the word ‘Hanu’ means jaw, ‘Man’ means disfigured. According to legend, Hanuman tried to swallow the sun, as a child, thinking it to be a huge fruit. To dissuade him from his pursuit, Lord Indra had to use his vajra on Anjaneya, who was thrown onto earth thus disfiguring his jaw forever.
The word Hanuman is derived from two Sanksrit words ‘Hanu’ and ‘Man’. While the word ‘Hanu’ means jaw, ‘Man’ means disfigured. According to legend, Hanuman tried to swallow the sun, as a child, thinking it to be a huge fruit. To dissuade him from his pursuit, Lord Indra had to use his vajra on Anjaneya, who was thrown onto earth thus disfiguring his jaw forever.
4. The Curse On Hanuman
Lord Hanuman had earned the reputation of being notorious during his childhood. He used to pester meditating hermits, who had taken refuge in the kingdom of his father, King Kesari. During one such incident, an annoyed sage had hexed Hanuman. Due to the spell Hanuman was unable to remember the powers vested in him by the deities unless someone reminded him of it. When Sita was kidnapped by Ravana, Jambavantha had to remind Hanuman of his powers, so that he could pursue the search for Sita.
Lord Hanuman had earned the reputation of being notorious during his childhood. He used to pester meditating hermits, who had taken refuge in the kingdom of his father, King Kesari. During one such incident, an annoyed sage had hexed Hanuman. Due to the spell Hanuman was unable to remember the powers vested in him by the deities unless someone reminded him of it. When Sita was kidnapped by Ravana, Jambavantha had to remind Hanuman of his powers, so that he could pursue the search for Sita.
5. How Sugriva Became His Companion
Hanuman was a minister in the army of king Sugriva, who was another ruler of the monkey clan. The story of how Hanuman came to assist Sugriva began when the monkey God was learning scriptures from Lord Surya. With his never ending inquisitiveness and dedication, it took him only sixty hours to become proficient in all the scriptures. Lord Surya was highly impressed with his disciple’s feat and waived off the gurudakshina. Hanuman though was insistent on paying the gurudakshina and when the Sun Lord asked him to become a companion of his Sugriva, he readily agreed.
Hanuman was a minister in the army of king Sugriva, who was another ruler of the monkey clan. The story of how Hanuman came to assist Sugriva began when the monkey God was learning scriptures from Lord Surya. With his never ending inquisitiveness and dedication, it took him only sixty hours to become proficient in all the scriptures. Lord Surya was highly impressed with his disciple’s feat and waived off the gurudakshina. Hanuman though was insistent on paying the gurudakshina and when the Sun Lord asked him to become a companion of his Sugriva, he readily agreed.
6. Hanuman’s Hunger Tale
Once during Sita’s exile, Hanuman went to meet her in priest Valmiki’s cottage. Sita was overwhelmed with happiness to see him and cooked many delicacies for Hanuman. Sita continued to serve food to Hanuman and was at the verge of exhausting all the food supplies but was unable to satiate his hunger. In despair, she prayed to Lord Ram who advised her to add a Tulsi leaf in the food being served to Hanuman. Since Tulsi is offered to the Lord and Hanuman was a die-hard follower of Ram, Sita was finally able to gratify the hungry Hanuman.
Once during Sita’s exile, Hanuman went to meet her in priest Valmiki’s cottage. Sita was overwhelmed with happiness to see him and cooked many delicacies for Hanuman. Sita continued to serve food to Hanuman and was at the verge of exhausting all the food supplies but was unable to satiate his hunger. In despair, she prayed to Lord Ram who advised her to add a Tulsi leaf in the food being served to Hanuman. Since Tulsi is offered to the Lord and Hanuman was a die-hard follower of Ram, Sita was finally able to gratify the hungry Hanuman.
7. Panch-Mukhi (Five Headed) Hanuman
The demon king Ravan had sent his brother Ahiravan to capture Ram and Lakshman. Acting on his brother’s advice, Ahiravan held Ram and Lakshman in captivity, in the Nether world. Hanuman was determined to save his Lord but in order to kill Ahiravan one needed to extinguish five lamps in five different directions. Thus Hanuman adopted the panch-mukhi form to achieve this and defeated Ahiravan. The four other faces are believed to be of Garuda, Narsimha, Varaha and Hayagriva, which face the north, south, east, west and the sky.
The demon king Ravan had sent his brother Ahiravan to capture Ram and Lakshman. Acting on his brother’s advice, Ahiravan held Ram and Lakshman in captivity, in the Nether world. Hanuman was determined to save his Lord but in order to kill Ahiravan one needed to extinguish five lamps in five different directions. Thus Hanuman adopted the panch-mukhi form to achieve this and defeated Ahiravan. The four other faces are believed to be of Garuda, Narsimha, Varaha and Hayagriva, which face the north, south, east, west and the sky.
8. Lord Shani And Hanuman
During Rams’s quest to free Sita from the clutches of Ravana it was Hanuman who flew across the sea to reach the demons king’s palace and discovered the whereabouts of Sita. When Ravan became aware of Hanuman’s presence in his palace, he ordered his soldiers to capture and kill the petty monkey. In order to crush Ravan’s ego, Hanuman set about destroying Lanka with his tail that was set ablaze by Ravan’s soldiers. In this commotion he found Lord Shani imprisoned in the palace’s basement, who was cursed by Brahma to remain in captivity till an incarnation of Shiva frees him. Hanuman released him from the confinement. Delighted, Lord Shani helped Hanuman in his pursuit to destroy Lanka and even granted him a boon. Hanuman who always wished well for his followers, asked Lord Shani not to cause trouble for the devotees who worshipped Hanuman.
During Rams’s quest to free Sita from the clutches of Ravana it was Hanuman who flew across the sea to reach the demons king’s palace and discovered the whereabouts of Sita. When Ravan became aware of Hanuman’s presence in his palace, he ordered his soldiers to capture and kill the petty monkey. In order to crush Ravan’s ego, Hanuman set about destroying Lanka with his tail that was set ablaze by Ravan’s soldiers. In this commotion he found Lord Shani imprisoned in the palace’s basement, who was cursed by Brahma to remain in captivity till an incarnation of Shiva frees him. Hanuman released him from the confinement. Delighted, Lord Shani helped Hanuman in his pursuit to destroy Lanka and even granted him a boon. Hanuman who always wished well for his followers, asked Lord Shani not to cause trouble for the devotees who worshipped Hanuman.
9. Hanuman & Bharat
When Laxman was injured in the war, and only the Sanjeevani herb could save his life, Rama instructed Hanuman to obtain the plant for him. Hanuman could not identify the herb and thus uprooted the entire mountain to bring with him. While he was crossing over Ayodhya, Bharat, who was the de-facto ruler of the kingdom then, mistook Hanuman for some demon who was trying to destroy Ayodhya and shot an arrow. As the arrow had the name of Rama inscribed in it, Hanuman did not obstruct it. The arrow hit Hanuman’s leg who then stopped to explain the situation to Bharat. Upon understanding his folly, Bharat was filled with grief and offered to help Hanuman by firing an arrow which the monkey god could ride to reach his destination. Despite being injured, Hanuman refused to take Bharat’s help and continued on his journey.
When Laxman was injured in the war, and only the Sanjeevani herb could save his life, Rama instructed Hanuman to obtain the plant for him. Hanuman could not identify the herb and thus uprooted the entire mountain to bring with him. While he was crossing over Ayodhya, Bharat, who was the de-facto ruler of the kingdom then, mistook Hanuman for some demon who was trying to destroy Ayodhya and shot an arrow. As the arrow had the name of Rama inscribed in it, Hanuman did not obstruct it. The arrow hit Hanuman’s leg who then stopped to explain the situation to Bharat. Upon understanding his folly, Bharat was filled with grief and offered to help Hanuman by firing an arrow which the monkey god could ride to reach his destination. Despite being injured, Hanuman refused to take Bharat’s help and continued on his journey.
10. Once, Lord Ram Issued A Death Sentence To Lord Hanuman
Narada Muni or sage Narad is infamous as the official troublemaker in the heaven. An ardent devotee of Lord Vishnu, he was jealous of the bond between Ram and Hanuman. With the intention of driving a wedge between the two, Narad asked Hanuman to greet all the sages present in the court of Lord Ram except for Vishwamitra. He further explained to Hanuman that Vishwamitra was not a sage by birth and was a ruler by profession once. Hanuman did as advised but the result was not to Narad’s liking as Vishwamitra did not bother.
Narada Muni or sage Narad is infamous as the official troublemaker in the heaven. An ardent devotee of Lord Vishnu, he was jealous of the bond between Ram and Hanuman. With the intention of driving a wedge between the two, Narad asked Hanuman to greet all the sages present in the court of Lord Ram except for Vishwamitra. He further explained to Hanuman that Vishwamitra was not a sage by birth and was a ruler by profession once. Hanuman did as advised but the result was not to Narad’s liking as Vishwamitra did not bother.
Narad then set about instigating Vishwamitra telling him it was an insult to the meritorious sage and that Hanuman should be punished for it. The furious Vishwamitra went to Ram demanding Hanuman should receive capital punishment for his misdemeanour. Lord Ram could not contradict his teacher and thus Hanuman was sentenced to death. Unfazed Hanuman kept chanting Ram’s name and all the arrows aimed at him failed to even scratch his skin. In a bid to keep his word to his guru, Ram used the Brahmastra on Hanuman but even the most dangerous weapon failed to cause any harm. Narad realised the depth of Hanuman’s reverence for Ram and admitted his mistake to Vishwamitra,thusputting an end to the tribulation.
11. The Deity Once Applied Sindoor All Over His Body For Lord Rama’s Long Life
One day Hanuman observed Sita applying sindoor or vermillion on her forehead and out of curiosity asked her why. Sita explained the significance of the custom where every married woman applies sindoor to show her unconditional love and respect for her husband and how the vermillion represents her prayers for her husband’s well-being and long life. The naïve Hanuman then smeared sindoor all over himself, thinking if a pinch of sindoor on Sita’s forehead could bring prosperity and long-life to his Lord, then applying sindoor all over himself would extend Ram’s life even more. Rama was touched by his gesture and said that anyone who offers sindoor while worshipping Hanuman will see all their troubles abated.
One day Hanuman observed Sita applying sindoor or vermillion on her forehead and out of curiosity asked her why. Sita explained the significance of the custom where every married woman applies sindoor to show her unconditional love and respect for her husband and how the vermillion represents her prayers for her husband’s well-being and long life. The naïve Hanuman then smeared sindoor all over himself, thinking if a pinch of sindoor on Sita’s forehead could bring prosperity and long-life to his Lord, then applying sindoor all over himself would extend Ram’s life even more. Rama was touched by his gesture and said that anyone who offers sindoor while worshipping Hanuman will see all their troubles abated.
12. Hanuman Fought With Rama And Defeated Him
Upon his Guru VIshwamitra’s instruction Rama set about killing Yayati. But Yayati went to Hanuman to seek refuge. As it was the dharma to grant amnesty to all refuge seekers, Hanuman vowed to protect Yayati even though it meant he would have to fight with Ram. In the battle field, Hanuman refused to fight with weapons and instead started chanting Ram’s name. All the arrows shot by ram went in vain and Vishwamitra who was dumb-founded by Hanuman’s devotion relieved Ram of his dilemma
Upon his Guru VIshwamitra’s instruction Rama set about killing Yayati. But Yayati went to Hanuman to seek refuge. As it was the dharma to grant amnesty to all refuge seekers, Hanuman vowed to protect Yayati even though it meant he would have to fight with Ram. In the battle field, Hanuman refused to fight with weapons and instead started chanting Ram’s name. All the arrows shot by ram went in vain and Vishwamitra who was dumb-founded by Hanuman’s devotion relieved Ram of his dilemma
13. The Hanuman’s Duty
After completing the fourteen year exile, when Rama returned to Ayodhya he was crowned as the king of the state. Hanuman as usual continued to remain at his beck and call thus leaving others with nothing to do. Sita decided to distribute all the work between the members of royal family and relieve Hanuman of all his duties. But Hanuman countered her proposal citing that one very important task is yet unassigned. When asked, he said who would click fingers when Ram yawns? As per popular belief not clicking ones fingers while yawning shortens their lifespan. Sita was amused by Hanuman’s diligence and assigned him the responsibility. Rama out of respect and love for his ardent devotee starts a yawning spree and Hanuman without fail clicked his fingers every time. A confused Sita approaches sage Vashistha who ended this tirade.
After completing the fourteen year exile, when Rama returned to Ayodhya he was crowned as the king of the state. Hanuman as usual continued to remain at his beck and call thus leaving others with nothing to do. Sita decided to distribute all the work between the members of royal family and relieve Hanuman of all his duties. But Hanuman countered her proposal citing that one very important task is yet unassigned. When asked, he said who would click fingers when Ram yawns? As per popular belief not clicking ones fingers while yawning shortens their lifespan. Sita was amused by Hanuman’s diligence and assigned him the responsibility. Rama out of respect and love for his ardent devotee starts a yawning spree and Hanuman without fail clicked his fingers every time. A confused Sita approaches sage Vashistha who ended this tirade.
14. Lord Hanuman Once Rejected Goddess Sita’s Gift
After emerging victorious in the war with Ravana when Rama returned to Ayodhya with Sita, they decided to reward their followers who stayed with them through thick and thin. Sita took her own pearl necklace and presented it to Hanuman as a token of appreciation but Hanuman politely refused to accept the gift as it was devoid of Ram’s name. Some of the onlookers mocked Hanuman’s reverence for the Lord and to prove his devotion he ripped his chest for the world to see that Ram and Sita literally reside in his heart.
After emerging victorious in the war with Ravana when Rama returned to Ayodhya with Sita, they decided to reward their followers who stayed with them through thick and thin. Sita took her own pearl necklace and presented it to Hanuman as a token of appreciation but Hanuman politely refused to accept the gift as it was devoid of Ram’s name. Some of the onlookers mocked Hanuman’s reverence for the Lord and to prove his devotion he ripped his chest for the world to see that Ram and Sita literally reside in his heart.
15. How Did Rama Trick Hanuman To Let Him Die?
Everyone has heard stories of Hanuman’s unending devotion to Lord Rama. He was always eager to serve Ram and would go to any lengths to protect him from even the slightest harm. When it was time for Ram to leave for the eternal abode, he had to distract Hanuman, who guarded his gate thus barring any harm that might come Rama’s way. For granting Yama (the God of Spirits) entry into Rama’s palace, the Vishnu incarnate feigned to have lost his ring which he had intentionally dropped into a crack that ran deep into the nether world. Hanuman went to fetch the ring and encountered a heap of rings. He realised that there was a hidden message and it was no coincidence that Rama’s ring was lost in the pile. It indicated that Rama’s time on earth had come to an end and that the deity would have to leave for Vaikuntha.
Everyone has heard stories of Hanuman’s unending devotion to Lord Rama. He was always eager to serve Ram and would go to any lengths to protect him from even the slightest harm. When it was time for Ram to leave for the eternal abode, he had to distract Hanuman, who guarded his gate thus barring any harm that might come Rama’s way. For granting Yama (the God of Spirits) entry into Rama’s palace, the Vishnu incarnate feigned to have lost his ring which he had intentionally dropped into a crack that ran deep into the nether world. Hanuman went to fetch the ring and encountered a heap of rings. He realised that there was a hidden message and it was no coincidence that Rama’s ring was lost in the pile. It indicated that Rama’s time on earth had come to an end and that the deity would have to leave for Vaikuntha.
16. Hanuman’s Promise To Ram
When Ram decided to leave for the heavenly abode, many including his wife Sita and Lakshman followed him. But his most ardent devotee vowed that he would stay on this earth for as long as the name of Rama is chanted by its inhabitants. Hanuman is one among the Chiranjivis or immortals, according to the Hindu traditions, who resides in this world protecting us from the evils.
When Ram decided to leave for the heavenly abode, many including his wife Sita and Lakshman followed him. But his most ardent devotee vowed that he would stay on this earth for as long as the name of Rama is chanted by its inhabitants. Hanuman is one among the Chiranjivis or immortals, according to the Hindu traditions, who resides in this world protecting us from the evils.
17. Hanuman Also Created His Version Of Ramayan
When finally peace prevailed in the kingdom and Rama ascended the throne, Hanuman travelled to the Himalayas where he continued to worship the deity. A master of all scriptures, Hanuman carved into the rocks of Himalayas the deeds of Lord Rama. When Valmiki encountered Hanuman, he realised that Hanuman’s version of Ramayana was far more superior to his own. Realising Valmiki’s predicament Hanuman renounced his version of the Ramayana leaving Valmiki in awe. The astonished Valmiki said it would be his pleasure to be born again to sing praises of the Monkey God.
When finally peace prevailed in the kingdom and Rama ascended the throne, Hanuman travelled to the Himalayas where he continued to worship the deity. A master of all scriptures, Hanuman carved into the rocks of Himalayas the deeds of Lord Rama. When Valmiki encountered Hanuman, he realised that Hanuman’s version of Ramayana was far more superior to his own. Realising Valmiki’s predicament Hanuman renounced his version of the Ramayana leaving Valmiki in awe. The astonished Valmiki said it would be his pleasure to be born again to sing praises of the Monkey God.
18. Although He Was A Brahmchari, Lord Hanuman Had A Son – Makardhwaja
After destroying Lanka, with his tail, when Ravana’s soldiers set it on fire, Hanuman went to take a dip in the sea. According to popular legend, it was then that his sweat was consumed by a giant fish and thus his son Makardwaja came into being.
After destroying Lanka, with his tail, when Ravana’s soldiers set it on fire, Hanuman went to take a dip in the sea. According to popular legend, it was then that his sweat was consumed by a giant fish and thus his son Makardwaja came into being.
19. Lord Hanuman And Bhima Were Both Brothers
Lord Hanuman and Bhima (one of the Pandava brothers) are believed to be the son of Lord Vayu. Bhima took much pride in his physical strength and considered everyone below him. Once during the exile, Hanuman posed before Bhima as an old and frail monkey who was blocking his path. As he was tired, the monkey asked Bhima to remove his tail. Though amused at the request, Bhima went ahead to lift his tail. He tried with all his might but was unable to move the tail even by an inch. Realizing his folly, Bhima apologised to the monkey upon which Hanuman revealed his true identity.
Lord Hanuman and Bhima (one of the Pandava brothers) are believed to be the son of Lord Vayu. Bhima took much pride in his physical strength and considered everyone below him. Once during the exile, Hanuman posed before Bhima as an old and frail monkey who was blocking his path. As he was tired, the monkey asked Bhima to remove his tail. Though amused at the request, Bhima went ahead to lift his tail. He tried with all his might but was unable to move the tail even by an inch. Realizing his folly, Bhima apologised to the monkey upon which Hanuman revealed his true identity.
20. Hanuman On Arjuna’s Chariot
Arjuna was a skilled archer and was capable of conjuring wonders with his arrows.
During the Mahabharata war, he requested Lord Hanuman to be present on his chariot to which Hanuman asked him to prove his mettle. Arjuna then claimed that he could reconstruct the bridge Rama’s army had built to cross the ocean. Intrigued by his claims, Hanuman challenged him to create a bridge that would be able to withstand his weight. He promised that if Arjuna succeeded in the task, Hanuman would accompany him on his chariot. An eager Arjuna, created the bridge in a jiffy but it collapsed even faster as soon as Hanuman set foot on it. A crestfallen Arjuna approached Lord Krishna who convinced Hanuman that Arjuna should be given another chance. With Krishna’s blessing Arjuna built the bridge again, and this time it did not crumble under Hanuman’s weight. Hanuman then realised the fact that Krishna was an incarnation of his revered Lord Vishnu and was overwhelmed. He agreed to aid Arjuna in his battles with the Kauravas and thus Arjuna’s chariot featured Hanuman on its flag.
Arjuna was a skilled archer and was capable of conjuring wonders with his arrows.
During the Mahabharata war, he requested Lord Hanuman to be present on his chariot to which Hanuman asked him to prove his mettle. Arjuna then claimed that he could reconstruct the bridge Rama’s army had built to cross the ocean. Intrigued by his claims, Hanuman challenged him to create a bridge that would be able to withstand his weight. He promised that if Arjuna succeeded in the task, Hanuman would accompany him on his chariot. An eager Arjuna, created the bridge in a jiffy but it collapsed even faster as soon as Hanuman set foot on it. A crestfallen Arjuna approached Lord Krishna who convinced Hanuman that Arjuna should be given another chance. With Krishna’s blessing Arjuna built the bridge again, and this time it did not crumble under Hanuman’s weight. Hanuman then realised the fact that Krishna was an incarnation of his revered Lord Vishnu and was overwhelmed. He agreed to aid Arjuna in his battles with the Kauravas and thus Arjuna’s chariot featured Hanuman on its flag.
We have heard that the soul never dies and keeps reincarnating in one form or another…but in Hindu mythology, it is believed that some beings continue to live in the same form across the ages, Lord Hanuman being one of them. In any case, has anyone ever heard of Hanuman’s death?
Is Hanuman still around?
Legend has it that Hanuman is immortal because he was blessed that he would be available to the devotees of Rama for as long as Rama’s names and stories were on people’s lips.
Footprints of hanuman?
Such footprints of Hanuman apparently still exist in all those places where the monkey-god walked.
Across the ages
The events described in the Ramayana happened in the Treta Yuga. The Mahabharata happened in the Dwapar Yuga and led to the advent of Kali Yuga. Yet, Hanuman was present across all those ages. How?
In Kali Yuga
A few learned and wise people have reported seeing him. Sage Madhavarcharya was said to have graced with Lord Hanuman’s visit in 13th Century AD. In early 1600s, Lord Hanuman apparently visit Tulsidas and inspired him to write the Hindi Ramayana. Ramadas Swami, Raghavendra Swami, Swami Ramdas and Sri Sathya Sai Baba have all been apparently granted darshan of Lord Hanuman as well.
His place of residence?
Want to know where he continues to live? His place of residence is said to be the Gandmadana mountain, near Rameshwaram, in India’s Tamil Nadu district.
Comes alive when secret mantra is chanted?
God Hanuman has the boon of immortality. He is said to be still alive. It is believed that he lives in jungles of Himalayas.
Jai Bajrang Bali
He allegedly comes to human society to help devotees but remains invisible for them.
The secret mantra of Hanuman
However, there is a secret mantra which if chanted is said to make Hanuman appear before a devotee. The Mantra is: Kaaltantu Kaarecharanti Enar Marishnu, Nirmukter Kaaletwam Amarishnu
Mantra in Hindi
(कालतंतु कारेचरन्ति एनर मरिष्णु , निर्मुक्तेर कालेत्वम अमरिष्णु)
Two Conditions
This Mantra is said to work only when the following two conditions are met: (1) The devotee should be aware of his/her soul's relationship with Lord Hanuman.
Second Condition
2) It is said that within 980 meters from the place where this Mantra is chanted, there should not be any human being who does not meet condition number one. That means, either there should be no other human being in the range of 980 meters or if there are human beings in this range, they should all meet condition number one, i.e. they should all be aware of their soul's relationship with Lord Hanuman.
Lanka effect
This secret Mantra was said to be given by Lord Hanuman himself to some tribals who were living in jungles of Piduru Mountain. Piduru (full name "Piduruthalagala") is tallest mountain of Sri Lanka.
Lord Rama and Hanuman
It is said that after Lord Rama ended his human life, Lord Hanuman came back from Ayodhya and started living in jungles.
Hanuman in Jungles
He had also apparently visited jungles of Lanka where Ravana's brother Vibhishana was ruling. He spent many days in jungles of Lanka in memory of Lord Ram. At that time some jungle dwellers served Him.
Hanuman on the Way
When he was said to be returning back from there, he gave this Mantra to those jungle dwellers and said, "I am pleased with your service and dedication towards me.
Chant Mantra
"Whenever you want to see me, just chant this Mantra. I will come with the speed of light to meet you."
Hanuman is Immortal
The chief of those tribals apparently said, "Lord, we will keep this Mantra secret but what if someone else gets this Mantra and starts misusing it?"
Hanuman Replied
Lord Hanuman replied, "Do not worry. This Mantra shall not work if the person who chants it is not aware of his/her soul's relationship with me."
The Reality
The tribal chief apparently asked, "Lord, You have given us the "Atman Gnan" therefore we know our soul's relationship with you. We know about our past births and we know where will our souls go after our death.
Atman Gnan
But what about our children? They will not have the "Atman Gnan". They will not know their soul's relationship with you. Therefore this Mantra shall not work for them!."
Promise of Hanuman
Lord Hanuman apparently said, "I promise you that I will come to stay with your community every 41 years and give the Atman Gnan to your future generations too. Till the end of time your community will be able to chant this Mantra and see me anytime."
Tribal Community and Hanuman
This tribal community allegedly still lives in a jungle village of Sri Lanka. They have managed to stay disconnected from modern world till now. Nobody knew about their connection with Lord Hanuman until last year when some explorers noticed their "unusual activities".
The Myth about Hanuman
Later they came to know that those "unusual activities" were part of their ceremony called "Charan Pooja" which happens every 41 years when Lord Hanuman comes to visit them.
Hari Darshan
They were apparently doing those "unusual activities" because Lord Hanuman was with them last year (in 2014). Only they were able to see him. For others he was invisible. Lord Hanuman apparently departed from them on 27th May 2014 after giving Atman Gnan to new members of their community. Now He will come again after 41 years i.e. in 2055. However they can chant the above Mantra and call Lord Hanuman whenever they want to have his darshan.
The Bajrang Bali
Apparently, the head of their community is said to also maintain a logbook in which they note down minute to minute detail of what all Lord Hanuman did while He stayed with them. They record every word spoken by Lord Hanuman and every deed done by him. Details of Lord Hanuman's recent 2014 journey are also said to be recorded in this logbook.
The Ram Setu
This logbook is now apparently in possession of a spiritual organization called Setu Asia. Setu Masters are trying to decipher this logbook in their Ashram in foothills of Piduru mountain. However their work has been very slow. In last 6 months or so they have deciphered only three chapters till now.
Hanuman Ji
Thousands of devotees across the globe apparently wait for new chapters desperately because every new chapter takes them closer towards fulfilling condition number 1 of this Mantra. Once the condition is fulfilled, a devotee is said to be able to call Lord Hanuman anytime merely by chanting this Mantra.
Chapter 1 - Hanuman
The Immortal Lord Hanuman arrives: describes how Lord Hanuman was seen on top of Piduru mountain last year. Lord tells story of past birth of a child who was born from two mothers.
Chapter 2 - Hanuman
Hunting Honey with Lord Hanuman: Next day Lord Hanuman goes on a honey hunting trip with the jungle dwellers. What happens there is very thrilling.
Chapter 3 - Hanuman
Lord Hanuman in web of Time: This is most enlightening chapter. This shloka's meaning is enshrined in this chapter. For example, when we human beings think of time, we think of a clock. But when Gods think of time, they think of "strings of Time". In this mantra the word "kaal tantu kaarecharanti" means "the one who moves in web of strings of time."
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