About this stotra
Lord Hanuman is a revered deity in Hindu tradition, known for his unwavering devotion to Lord Rama and his immense strength and courage. He is often depicted as a monkey god and is considered a symbol of devotion, power, and humility. Lord Hanuman is a central figure in the epic Ramayana, where he plays a crucial role in aiding Lord Rama in his quest to rescue Sita.
This shloka is a prayer to Lord Hanuman, acknowledging his divine birth from Anjani and his esteemed position as the chief among the monkey leaders. The verse highlights Lord Hanuman's close relationship with Lord Rama, emphasizing his role as a beloved devotee and trusted companion. The devotee offers salutations to Lord Hanuman, seeking his protection at all times. The shloka underscores the qualities of loyalty and strength associated with Lord Hanuman, invoking his blessings for safety and guidance. The prayer reflects the devotee's faith in Lord Hanuman's ability to provide protection and support in all circumstances.
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Verse 1
Anjani Garbha Sambhuta – Verse 1
अंजनीगर्भ संभूत कपीन्द्र सचिवोत्तम ।
रामप्रिय नमस्तुभ्यं हनुमन् रक्ष सर्वदा ॥
añjanīgarbha sambhūta kapīndra sacivottama .
rāmapriya namastubhyaṃ hanuman rakṣa sarvadā ..
I take refuge in Hanuman who was born from the womb of mother Anjani, and who was the most excellent minister of the king of monkeys (i.e. Sugriva), who is extremely dear to Sri Rama; I bow to you, O Hanuman, please protect me always.
Word by word
- अंजनीगर्भ (añjanīgarbha)
- born from Anjani's womb (añjanī:Anjani | garbha:womb)
- संभूत (sambhūta)
- born
- कपीन्द्र (kapīndra)
- king of monkeys (kapi:monkey | indra:king)
- सचिवोत्तम (sacivottama)
- most excellent minister (saciva:minister | uttama:most excellent)
- रामप्रिय (rāmapriya)
- dear to Rama (rāma:Rama | priya:dear)
- नमस्तुभ्यं (namastubhyaṃ)
- salutations to you (namaḥ:salutations | tubhyaṃ:to you)
- हनुमन् (hanuman)
- Hanuman
- रक्ष (rakṣa)
- protect
- सर्वदा (sarvadā)
- always
