Sankatmochan Hanuman Ashtak is a revered Sanskrit hymn composed of eight verses in praise of Lord Hanuman, the epitome of strength, devotion, and courage. “Sankatmochan” means “remover of obstacles,” and this ashtak extols Hanuman’s divine ability to alleviate troubles and grant protection to his devotees.
Historical and Spiritual Context
- Divine Devotion:
Lord Hanuman is celebrated in Hindu mythology for his unwavering devotion to Lord Rama, his immense strength, and his readiness to serve in times of crisis. The ashtak highlights these qualities, inviting devotees to seek his blessings in times of distress. - Traditional Significance:
Traditionally, this hymn has been recited by those seeking relief from physical, mental, or spiritual obstacles. It forms an integral part of Hanuman worship, often complementing other popular prayers like the Hanuman Chalisa and Hanuman Bahuk.
Benefits of Reciting the Ashtak
- Dispelling Negativity:
Chanting the hymn is believed to drive away negative energies and fears, replacing them with confidence and optimism. - Enhancing Courage and Strength:
Devotees find that regular recitation instills mental and physical strength, helping them overcome challenges and adversity. - Spiritual Upliftment:
The ashtak serves as a powerful tool for meditation and introspection, aiding in the purification of the mind and the elevation of one’s spiritual consciousness. - Protection and Safety:
Many devotees recite this hymn as a form of spiritual armor, safeguarding themselves and their loved ones from harm.
Sankatmochan Hanuman Ashtak In English
॥ Hanuman Ashtak ॥
Baal samai ravi bhakshi liyo tab,
teenahu loka bhayo andhiyaro ।
Taahi so traas bhayo jag ko,
yah sankat kaahu so jaat na taaro ।
Dewan aani kari bintee tab,
chaadhi diyo ravi kasht niwaaro ।
Ko nahin jaanat hai jag mein kapi,
sankat mochan naam tihaaro ॥1॥
Baali ki traas kapees basai giri,
jaat mahaaprabhu panth nihaaro ।
Chownki mahaa muni saap diyo tab,
chahiy kaun bichaar bichaaro ।
Kai dwij roop liwaay mahaa prabhu,
so tum daas ke sok niwaaro ।
Ko nahin jaanat hai jag mein kapi,
sankat mochan naam tiharo ॥2॥
Angad ke sang lain gaye siya,
khoj kapees yah baain uchaaro ।
jeevat na bachihau hum son ju,
bina sudhi laay ehaan pagu dhaaro ।
Hayri thake tatt sindhu sabaai tab,
laay siya-sudhi praan ubaaro ।
Ko nahin jaanat hai jag mein kapi,
sankat mochan naam tiharo ॥3॥
Raavan traas dayee siya ko sab,
raakshashi so kahi sok nivaaro ।
Taahi samay hanuman mahaprabhu,
Jaay mahaa rajneechar maaro ।
Chaahat seeya asoka so aagi su,
dai prabhu mudrika soka nivaaro ।
Ko nahin jaanat hai jag mein kapi,
sankat mochan naam tiharo ॥4॥
Baan lagyo ur lakshiman ke tab,
praan taje sut raavan maaro ।
Lai griha baidya sushen samet,
tabai giri dron su beer upaaro ।
Aani sajeewan hath dayee taba,
lakshiman ke tum praan upaaro ।
Ko nahin jaanat hai jag mein kapi,
sankat mochan naam tiharo ॥5॥
Raavan yudh ajaan kiyo tab,
naag ki phaas sabhi sir daaro ।
Sri Raghunath samet sabai dal,
moh bhayo yah sankat bhaaro ।
Aani khagesh tabai hanumaan ju,
bandhan kaati sutraas nivaaro ।
Ko nahin jaanat hai jag mein kapi,
sankat mochan naam tiharo ॥6॥
Bandhu samet jabai ahiraavan,
lai raghunath pataal sidhaaro ।
Devhi puji bhalee vidhi so bali,
deu sabai mili mantra vichaaro ।
Jaay sahaay bhayo tab hi,
ahiraavan sainya samet sanhaaro ।
Ko nahin jaanat hai jag mein kapi,
sankat mochan naam tiharo ॥7॥
Kaaj kiye barh dewan kei tum,
beer mahaaprabhu dekhi bichaaro ।
Kaun so sankat mohin gareeb ko,
jo tumso nahin jaat hai taaro ।
Begi haro hanumaan mahaprabhu,
jo kuch sankat hoya hamaaro ।
Ko nahin jaanat hai jag mein kapi,
sankat mochan naam tiharo ॥8॥
॥ Doha ॥
Laal deh laalee lase,
aru dhari laal langoor ।
Bajra deh daanavdalan,
jai jai jai kapi soor ॥
Sankatmochan Hanuman Ashtak stands as a potent hymn of devotion, embodying the essence of Lord Hanuman’s protective and empowering nature.
