Hanuman Beej Mantra
हनुमान बीज मंत्र
Deity: Lord Hanuman
Source: Traditional Tantric Vaishnava
Sanskrit (Devanagari)
ॐ श्री हनुमंते नमः
Transliteration
Om Śrī Hanumate Namaḥ
Meaning
Salutations to the great and auspicious Lord Hanuman
Significance
Om Śrī Hanumate Namaḥ is the seed (bīja) mantra of Lord Hanuman, where the auspicious 'Śrī' invokes his full glory and grace. The concentrated bīja form is traditionally chanted for strength (bala), courage, and protection. Honouring Sankatmochan, it is held especially powerful when recited 108 times on Tuesdays.
Benefits
- Concentrated bīja form traditionally chanted for strength and vigour
- Believed to grant protection from negativity, fear, and ill influences
- Invokes Hanuman's full grace through the auspicious seed 'Śrī'
- Cultivates courage, resilience, and steadfast devotion (bhakti)
- Held especially potent when recited 108 times on Tuesdays
How to Chant
- Bathe, sit on a clean āsana facing east or north, spine upright, mind calm
- Light a lamp before Hanuman; offer red flowers or sindoor if available
- Begin with 'Om', then chant Om Śrī Hanumate Namaḥ 108 times on a tulsī mālā
- Tuesdays and Saturdays are most auspicious; keep the rhythm steady and clear
- Maintain a consistent daily count and close by sitting quietly for a minute
Questions and Answers
What is a beej (bīja) mantra of Hanuman?
A bīja or 'seed' mantra is a short, concentrated form carrying the deity's essence. Om Śrī Hanumate Namaḥ invokes Hanuman's full glory through the auspicious seed 'Śrī', chanted for strength and protection.
How many times should the Hanuman beej mantra be chanted?
It is traditionally recited 108 times on a mālā, and held especially powerful on Tuesdays. When time is short, 11 or 21 attentive repetitions are valued — steady devotion matters most.
How is the beej mantra different from the simple Hanuman mantra?
Both honour Hanuman. The beej form adds the auspicious seed 'Śrī' (Om Śrī Hanumate Namaḥ), invoking his complete grace and glory; it is regarded as a more concentrated, potent salutation for strength and protection.
Which day is best to chant the Hanuman beej mantra?
Tuesday is considered most auspicious for this mantra, with Saturday also dedicated to Hanuman. It may, however, be chanted on any day with a clean body and a devoted, settled mind.
Can anyone chant the Hanuman beej mantra?
Yes. It may be chanted by anyone — of any age, gender, or background — who approaches Hanuman with sincerity and reverence. Beginning with the simple Om Hanumate Namaḥ is also a fine way to start.
