Reflecting on one of Hinduism’s most popular prayer for positive energy Acclaimed mythologist Devdutt Pattanaik demystifies the Hanuman Chalisa for the contemporary reader. His unique approach makes the ancient hymn accessible, combined as it is with his trademark illustrations. Every time we experience negativity in the world and within ourselves, every time we encounter je Reflecting on one of Hinduism’s most popular prayer for positive energy Acclaimed mythologist Devdutt Pattanaik demystifies the Hanuman Chalisa for the contemporary reader. His unique approach makes the ancient hymn accessible, combined as it is with his trademark illustrations. Every time we experience negativity in the world and within ourselves, every time we encounter jealousy, rage and frustration, manifesting as violation and violence, we hear, or read, the Hanuman Chalisa. Composed over four hundred years ago by Tulsidas, its simple words in Awadhi, a dialect of Hindi and its simple metre, musically and very potently evoke the mythology, history and mystery of Hanuman, the much-loved Hindu deity, through whom Vedic wisdom reached the masses. As verse follows verse, our frightened, crumpled mind begins to expand with knowledge and insight and our faith in humanity, both within and without, is restored. Hanuman Chalisa was composed by Tulsidas four centuries ago in Awadhi, a dialect of Hindi. Chalisa means a poem of forty verses. However, Hanuman Chalisa is composed of forty-three verses and out of these forty-three verses, forty verses are chaupai or quatrains (verses with four short, rhythmic segments). Download Ebook: shri hanuman chalisa in PDF Format. Also available for mobile reader. Devdutt Pattanaik, who had earlier penned the much acclaimed My Gita, has this time chosen Hanuman Chalisa as the theme of his latest, My Hanuman Chalisa. Framing these are three dohas or couplets (verses with two long, rhythmic segments), two at the beginning and one at the end of Hanuman Chalisa. My Hanuman Chalisa is written to bring a simpler Hanuman Chalisa was composed by Tulsidas four centuries ago in Awadhi, a dialect of Hindi. Chalisa means a poem of forty verses. However, Hanuman Chalisa is composed of forty-three verses and out of these forty-three verses, forty verses are chaupai or quatrains (verses with four short, rhythmic segments). Framing these are three dohas or couplets (verses with two long, rhythmic segments), two at the beginning and one at the end of Hanuman Chalisa. My Hanuman Chalisa is written to bring a simpler version for the devotees of Hanuman or anyone who is interested in Hinduism or mythological readers. Easy to read and understand and illustrations by the author himself make the book lively and interactive. Shri Hanuman Chalisa illustrated book in Hindi and English along with meaning in English for devotees of Shri Hanuman to worship on the go. Hanuman Chalisa is. Hanuman Chalisa was composed by Tulsidas four centuries ago in Awadhi, a dialect of Hindi. Chalisa means a poem of forty verses. However, Hanuman Chalisa is composed of forty-three verses and out of these forty-three verses, forty verses are chaupai or quatrains (verses with four short, rhythmic segments). He is a master storyteller and the book is a must buy. Take my words and go for it. I won’t call myself an atheist or a complete religious either. But I have some kind of belief in Hanuman Chalisa; it has had given me strength during my toughest times. Whenever I read it or listen to it, my frightened and restless mind finds a way to positive and optimistic vibes. This book is a detailed reflection on this most popular religious hymn and one of the best suited for any contemporary reader. After finishing this, it sure to make you feel more connected whenever you read or hear Ha I won’t call myself an atheist or a complete religious either. But I have some kind of belief in Hanuman Chalisa; it has had given me strength during my toughest times. Whenever I read it or listen to it, my frightened and restless mind finds a way to positive and optimistic vibes. This book is a detailed reflection on this most popular religious hymn and one of the best suited for any contemporary reader. After finishing this, it sure to make you feel more connected whenever you read or hear Hanuman Chalisa next. I don't know if this kicks me out of my agnostic indulgence but I have become a follower of Lord Hanuman or perhaps the idea of Hanuman, someone who represents knowledge, strength and devotion. Simply reciting the Hauman Chalisa and fasting on Tuesdays wasn't apparently enough and I wanted to understand to a greater depth what this text was about. And who else to the rescue but Devdutt Pattanaik. I wouldn't say its the best of his work but an essential read for the followers of Pavanputra. Each I don't know if this kicks me out of my agnostic indulgence but I have become a follower of Lord Hanuman or perhaps the idea of Hanuman, someone who represents knowledge, strength and devotion. Simply reciting the Hauman Chalisa and fasting on Tuesdays wasn't apparently enough and I wanted to understand to a greater depth what this text was about. And who else to the rescue but Devdutt Pattanaik. I wouldn't say its the best of his work but an essential read for the followers of Pavanputra. Each chaupai has a reference and triggers to it. It is relatively a small text but surely provides some folklore that you might not have come across about the mighty Hanuman. A definite read for the Tuesday fasting group, others have a choice. While Tulsidas created a Chalisa to bring the Hanuman closer to those who wanted to think of him in prayers, Devdutt Patnaik has brought Chalisa for those who want to understand the Chalisa that they recite during the prayers. While tulsidas’s Chalisa is full of praises of Lord hanumna, Patnaik’s Chalisa explains Tulsidas’s Chalisa with the back-stories and epics about Hanuman. The Chalisa begins with two dohas to clean the mind as a temple. And ends with asking a blessing from the God himself. I While Tulsidas created a Chalisa to bring the Hanuman closer to those who wanted to think of him in prayers, Devdutt Patnaik has brought Chalisa for those who want to understand the Chalisa that they recite during the prayers. While tulsidas’s Chalisa is full of praises of Lord hanumna, Patnaik’s Chalisa explains Tulsidas’s Chalisa with the back-stories and epics about Hanuman. The Chalisa begins with two dohas to clean the mind as a temple. And ends with asking a blessing from the God himself. In between are forty chaupais that are sung in the praise of Lord Hanuman. Each chaupai here is typed in the Devanagari script after which comes the transliteration and then comes the translation. The first is the original chaupai. Second is to help people with the pronunciation and third to give them a literal translation. After each chaupai the author gives us the back story or the understanding of the verse. These stories are taken from the epics of Ramayan, Mahabharata and other tales of Hanuman. These stories are what we have all grown up listening to but it is the first time I have built up the connection to each chaupai. While clearly explaining the meaning of each chaupai, Patnaik also clears out the evidence of there being different forms of Hanuman being worshipped everywhere. One should not go into the literal translation as this is meant only to nourish the soul. The author also talks about Hinduism as a religion and common practices in it and how is it different from other religions. Many concepts of Hinduism have been touched upon in this book that are beautiful when read. This book also sets travel goals for the readers. Watch out for a temple where Hanuman is worshipped with his consort and one where he wears a nose ring to appear as a woman. Neeleisch wrote: 'Then you are a Mythology Book Lover:-). In case it is true, I will recommend you Bharat Series by Ashwin Sanghi it's a mythologi Neeleisch wrote: 'Then you are a Mythology Book Lover:-). In case it is true, I will recommend you Bharat Series by Ashwin Sanghi it's a mythological fiction, I really enjoyed this series of four books even thou.' I don't think I have read the series as yet, though I have read two books by him. One of the good historical/mythology writers of the country. I will check out the series though.:) 25. Dezember, 07:52 Uhr. Hanuman Chalisa is certainly the most common religious text/chant while Hanuman is one of the most popular Deity in Hinduism. Each one of us has heard the Hanuman Chalisa once and most of us remember at least a few chaupai from it. Devdutt begins the book by telling why he decided to write this book: my Hanuman Chalisa. Obviously, because, it might be a small chant of forty plus three verses, the book in itself contains a universe. No doubt, it’s the most popular religious text. Devdutt wanted to Hanuman Chalisa is certainly the most common religious text/chant while Hanuman is one of the most popular Deity in Hinduism. Each one of us has heard the Hanuman Chalisa once and most of us remember at least a few chaupai from it. Devdutt begins the book by telling why he decided to write this book: my Hanuman Chalisa. Obviously, because, it might be a small chant of forty plus three verses, the book in itself contains a universe. No doubt, it’s the most popular religious text. Devdutt wanted to explore the same. The curiosity to know what makes this text so popular and so reliable, as people connect it to their protection, growth, and wellbeing. I would totally recommend my Hanuman Chalisa by Devdutt Pattanaik to all the lovers of Indian Mythology, all the religious people out there and anyone who cares to know more about Hanuman, or want to improve his/her lifestyle by adopting some excellent philosophies associated with the most popular Hindu Deity. Read the full review here. Though I know all verses of Hanuman Chalisa by heart but still I liked reading this book/commentary on it. Author has linked so many things together that one gets a wider perspective of everything. It creates a sense of appreciation for author and a sense of respect to original author/ poet Tulsidas. Inspires one to read Ramcharitmanas and Valmiki Ramayan. If these 40 verses rhymes so well what would the whole Ramcharitmanas would be like. And if that’s beautiful how good would be Valmiki Ramaya Though I know all verses of Hanuman Chalisa by heart but still I liked reading this book/commentary on it. Author has linked so many things together that one gets a wider perspective of everything. It creates a sense of appreciation for author and a sense of respect to original author/ poet Tulsidas. Inspires one to read Ramcharitmanas and Valmiki Ramayan. If these 40 verses rhymes so well what would the whole Ramcharitmanas would be like. And if that’s beautiful how good would be Valmiki Ramayan. Can’t wait to read those. Thanks to the author for making this available to common men. I picked it up at the airport bookstore looking for a breezy read. The book promised me 90% accuracy in the preface - it was a tall claim for someone as learned and rigorous researcher as Mr. Pattnaik /s, and I was not disappointed in my low expectations. Conveniently adding the first two letters to the book title seem to have absolved Pattnaik of all responsibility, and the book is full of shoddy elaborations and tropes which are neither new nor elucidating. He should've best kept it to himself I picked it up at the airport bookstore looking for a breezy read. The book promised me 90% accuracy in the preface - it was a tall claim for someone as learned and rigorous researcher as Mr. Pattnaik /s, and I was not disappointed in my low expectations. Conveniently adding the first two letters to the book title seem to have absolved Pattnaik of all responsibility, and the book is full of shoddy elaborations and tropes which are neither new nor elucidating. He should've best kept it to himself, this 'his' Hanuman Chalisa. How does one review a book of prayer? Is it even possible to review a centuries old prayer, known by rote to nearly every Indian? That was the first thought that runs through my mind when I put down my copy of the Hanuman Chalisa. A version by Devdutt Pattanaik. One of the many that I already possess, this being the latest addition. Not just me, this is a prayer book that can be possibly found in every household in India, in mandirs, prayer areas, under the pillow, in the dashboard of cars and in How does one review a book of prayer? Is it even possible to review a centuries old prayer, known by rote to nearly every Indian? That was the first thought that runs through my mind when I put down my copy of the Hanuman Chalisa. A version by Devdutt Pattanaik. One of the many that I already possess, this being the latest addition. Not just me, this is a prayer book that can be possibly found in every household in India, in mandirs, prayer areas, under the pillow, in the dashboard of cars and in office desk draws or pinboards. A prayer known and again quite possibly, chanted by all. The word ‘Chalisa’ being derived from ‘Chalis’ which in Hindi means 40. 40 verses in praise of Lord Hanuman, that are a part of the Ramayana. Since childhood, we are taught the ‘Chalisa’. Over generations, passed down from parent to child. Mostly to fight the demons and nightmares that scare and haunt children ‘भूत पिशाच निकट नहीं आवें महाबीर जब नाम सुनावें.’ translated to ‘no ghoul or spirit will come near one who takes the name of Mahabir (aka Lord Hanuman)’. I bought this book, with no clue whatsoever of what to expect. That it was a translation was quite obvious, and as can be said for anyone who recites the chalisa, I too knew the verses and their meaning by heart. Well broadly enough!! So buying this one, was just a ‘routine’ thing as such. Oh, and I did the love the red cover with the gold foil. What took me by surprise was not the literal translation of every verse, but the stories and myths that accompanied them. One had only ever read of Lord Hanuman as part of the Ramayana. He has always been the favourite monkey God, who burnt Lanka, met Sita in the gardens and finally helped Lord Ram get her back from Ravan (among other things). But the stories about his birth to Anjani, her back story, the story about Bheem (Mahabharata) being his brother and their meeting, all made for a very interesting read. Thrown in were lessons of Karma and Dharma, lending esoteric meaning to the verses, and the beautiful illustrations done by the author himself. My favourite prayer suddenly became more meaningful and insightful. All in all, reading this book, and understanding fully the meanings of the 40 verses in praise of Lord Hanuman, made the daily chanting of them even more meaningful for me. And this book a permanent feature at my bedside, to be picked up and savored anytime at all. While ‘संकट कटे मिटे सब पीरा जपत निरन्तर हनुमत बलबीरा’ remains my favourite lines of the prayer, the chanting of all 40 verses, 108 times, is what is recommended. This one translated is “Problems cease, Pain goes away. When one remembers, Hanuman, the mighty hero.’. Devdutt Pattanaik (born December 11, 1970) is an Indian physician turned leadership consultant, mythologist and author whose works focus largely on the areas of myth, mythology, and also management. He has written a number of books related to Hindu mythology, including Myth = Mithya: A Handbook of Hindu Mythology, a novel, The Pregnant King, and Jaya: An Illustrated Retelling of the Mahabharat Dr. Devdutt Pattanaik (born December 11, 1970) is an Indian physician turned leadership consultant, mythologist and author whose works focus largely on the areas of myth, mythology, and also management. He has written a number of books related to Hindu mythology, including Myth = Mithya: A Handbook of Hindu Mythology, a novel, The Pregnant King, and Jaya: An Illustrated Retelling of the Mahabharata (2010). He is the Chief Belief Officer of Future Group, one of India’s largest retailers, bringing the wisdom of Indian mythology into Indian business, especifically in human resource management. He also writes a column for the newspaper MID DAY. He has also written a novel based on a tale from the Mahabharata titled 'The Pregnant King' published by Penguin Books India. Thank you Abhay Chacha for the inspiration & support. Hanuman Chalisa is hindi poem written by Mahakavi Goswami Tulsidas in the sixteenth century in praise of Lord Hanuman. It is very popular among a lot of modern hindus and is generally recited on Tuesdays (considered a holy day for devotees of Lord Hanuman). The poem is called a chalisa as it contains forty (chalis in Hindi) verses. The structure of the poem is extremely simple and rhythmic, thus making it all the more popular. The poem praises Lord Hanuman’s strength and kindness and recounts the Lord’s great deeds. Hanuman occupies a unique place of reverence in the Hindu pantheon for his exemplary devotion to his Master and his unbelievable acts to serve the cause of his Master. Hanuman was born to Anjana, who was cursed with the birth of a female Vanara on the earth. It is said that the childless King Dasaratha performed “Putrakama Yagna” to have children. After the “Yagna” was over, he got divine “payasam” for his wives. On consuming the “payasam”, his wives later gave birth to Rama, Lakshmana, Bharat and Shatrughna. A kite took a portion of the “payasam” and flew away. It dropped the “payasam” at the place where Anjana was praying to Lord Shiva for blessing her with a son. In the meantime, Pavan, the god of wind, put the falling “payasam” on Anjana’s palm. On having the “payesam”, Anjana got Hanuman as her son. Because of Pavan’s instrumental role in his birth, Hanuman is also called “Pavan Putra”.
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