Hanuman Aarti (हनुमान जी की आरती)
Significance & Importance
'Aarti Keejai Hanuman Lala Ki' is among the most potent devotional hymns in the Hindu tradition, celebrating the incomparable strength, supreme devotion, and selfless heroism of Pavanputra Hanuman — son of Vayu and Anjana, and the perfect devotee of Sri Ram.
Lord Hanuman holds a singular place in the Ramayana and in the hearts of devotees as the param bhakta — the perfect devotee who embodies absolute surrender, courage, and ego-free service. The Shaiva tradition reveres him as a Rudra-avatar — an incarnation of Shiva's cosmic energy — making him a bridge between Vaishnavism and Shaivism. He is also counted among the seven Chiranjivis (immortals) who are traditionally believed to dwell in the world across all ages, blessing sincere devotees.
The aarti recounts Hanuman's greatest heroic deeds with vivid power: leaping over the ocean to Lanka, burning it and bringing news of Sita, lifting the Dronagiri mountain to obtain the Sanjivani herb that revived the mortally wounded Lakshmana, and descending into Patala to defeat Ahiravana and rescue Ram and Lakshmana. These episodes are understood not merely as physical feats but as the devotee's capacity to overcome every obstacle when driven by pure love and total surrender to the divine.
Devotees sing this aarti on Tuesdays and Saturdays — both considered sacred to Hanuman — and on Hanuman Jayanti. His blessing is sought for courage, protection from fear and negative forces, physical and mental strength, and steadfast devotion. The aarti's closing verse encapsulates his grace: those who sing it are said to attain the supreme abode (Vaikuntha) and the highest spiritual state.
English Transliteration
Aarti Keejai Hanuman Lala Ki. Dusht Dalan Raghunath Kala Ki.
Jake Bal Se Girivar Kaanpai. Rog Dosh Jake Nikat Na Jhaanke.
Anjani Putra Maha Baldai. Santan Ke Prabhu Sada Sahai.
De Beera Raghunath Pathaye. Lanka Jaari Siya Sudhi Laaye.
Lanka So Kot Samudra Si Khai. Jaat Pavansut Baar Na Lai.
Lanka Jaari Asur Sanhaare. Siyaramji Ke Kaaj Sanvaare.
Lakshman Moorchhit Pade Sakaare. Laaye Sanjeevan Praan Ubaare.
Paithi Patal Tori Jam Kaare. Ahiravan Ki Bhuja Ukhaare.
Bayen Bhuja Asur Dal Maare. Dahine Bhuja Santjan Taare.
Sur Nar Muni Aarti Utaare. Jai Jai Jai Hanuman Uchaare.
Kanchan Thaar Kapoor Lau Chhai. Aarti Karat Anjana Mai.
Jo Hanuman Ji Ki Aarti Gaavai. Basi Baikunth Parampad Paavai.Meaning / Bhavarth (Complete)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should the Hanuman Aarti be recited?
The Hanuman Aarti is traditionally sung during the morning and evening aarti of Hanuman, and especially on days and festivals dedicated to Hanuman. It may be recited on any day with devotion.
What are the benefits of reciting the Hanuman Aarti?
Reciting the Hanuman Aarti with devotion is traditionally believed to invoke the grace of Hanuman, steady the mind, dispel negativity, and create an auspicious, sattvic atmosphere at home. It is offered as an act of bhakti (loving devotion) rather than for any guaranteed material result.
Where can I read the complete Hanuman Aarti lyrics?
VedKosh provides the complete Hanuman Aarti lyrics dedicated to Hanuman (हनुमान) in both Hindi and English (with transliteration for regional readers), along with its meaning and a printable/downloadable version.
