Garbh Sanskar mantra
Hanuman Chalisa for pregnancy
Hanuman Chalisa in pregnancy — opening dohas in Devanagari with transliteration, meaning summary of all 40 verses, and how to recite it for courage.
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The Hanuman Chalisa is long (40 chaupais plus dohas). We show the opening and closing verses with a summary of the whole hymn.
In Devanagari
॥ दोहा ॥ श्रीगुरु चरन सरोज रज, निज मनु मुकुरु सुधारि । बरनउँ रघुबर बिमल जसु, जो दायकु फल चारि ॥ बुद्धिहीन तनु जानिके, सुमिरौं पवन-कुमार । बल बुधि बिद्या देहु मोहिं, हरहु कलेस बिकार ॥ ॥ चौपाई ॥ जय हनुमान ज्ञान गुन सागर । जय कपीस तिहुँ लोक उजागर ॥ राम दूत अतुलित बल धामा । अंजनि-पुत्र पवनसुत नामा ॥ महाबीर बिक्रम बजरंगी । कुमति निवार सुमति के संगी ॥ … ॥ दोहा ॥ पवनतनय संकट हरन, मंगल मूरति रूप । राम लखन सीता सहित, हृदय बसहु सुर भूप ॥
Transliteration
Shri guru charan saroj raj, nij manu mukuru sudhari, baranau raghubar bimal jasu, jo dayaku phal chari. Buddhiheen tanu janike, sumirau pavan-kumar, bal buddhi bidya dehu mohi, harahu kalesa bikar. Jai Hanuman gyan gun sagar, jai kapis tihun lok ujagar. Ram doot atulit bal dhama, Anjani-putra Pavansut nama. Mahabir bikram Bajrangi, kumati nivar sumati ke sangi. … Pavantanay sankat haran, mangal murati roop, Ram Lakhan Sita sahit, hriday basahu sur bhoop.
Meaning
Cleansing the mirror of my mind with the dust of my guru's feet, I sing the pure glory of Rama. Knowing myself to be without wisdom, I remember Hanuman, son of the wind — grant me strength, intelligence and learning, and remove my troubles and faults.
The Hanuman Chalisa is a 40-verse (chalisa) hymn in Awadhi, attributed to the 16th-century poet-saint Tulsidas. After two opening dohas asking for strength, wisdom and learning, the verses praise Hanuman's devotion to Rama, his courage in finding Sita and bringing the healing herb for Lakshmana, his humility and his power to remove fear and obstacles. It closes with a doha asking Hanuman to dwell in the heart with Rama, Lakshmana and Sita. We show the opening dohas, the first chaupais and the closing doha here; the full public-domain text is widely available in printed Chalisa booklets.
When and how to chant in pregnancy
Many mothers recite or listen to it on Tuesdays and Saturdays, or any evening when they want to feel brave. A full recitation takes about 8–10 minutes; listening to a calm recording is just as valid on tired days. Sit comfortably, keep your voice soft, and let the exhale be long. Comfort matters more than the count — stop if you feel breathless.
Hanuman Chalisa: common questions
Can I read the Hanuman Chalisa during pregnancy?
Yes. It is a devotional hymn with no physical demands. Many families recite it for courage and protection. Sit or lie comfortably and stop to rest whenever you need to.
How long does it take to recite the Hanuman Chalisa?
About 8–10 minutes at a calm pace. On tired days you can listen to a recording or recite only the opening dohas.
What does 'bal buddhi bidya dehu mohi' mean?
It is a prayer: 'Give me strength, intelligence and learning.' It is one reason families chant the Chalisa in pregnancy, as a wish for the child.
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Meanings are general renderings for understanding. Chanting is a spiritual and relaxation practice, not medical treatment or medical advice.