When a pious Hindu thinks about devotion and courage, a name that springs easily to mind is Lord Hanuman. Hanuman, the Monkey God, is well-known even to a small child who probably grew up watching episodes of Veer Hanuman on TV.

Hanuman was the faithful and loyal companion of Lord Rama and helped him to recover Sita, whom Ravana had abducted. He was also Rama’s army commander. He is Lord Vayu's (Wind God)son, though this is probably in a metaphorical sense. His mother was Anjana, an apsara or celestial maiden who took birth as a monkey due to a sage’s curse.

When King Dasaratha (father of Lord Rama) of Ayodhya performed Putrakameshti Yagna for progeny, a pot of kheer emerged from the sacrificial fire. When the kheer was being distributed to the king’s wives, a kite snatched some of the kheer and dropped it in the forest where Anjana was doing penance. It was Vayu who caught the kheer and dropped it in Anjana’s hands. She ate it and later gave birth to Hanuman. All this happened by divine ordinance.

Hanuman has many names like Anjaneya, Bajarangabali, Maruti, Mahaveer, Anjani Putra, Pavanputra, etc. He is known for his strength, agility, valor, and learning. Many believe him to be an avatar of Lord Shiva.

He also symbolizes devotion and dedication. He carried Rama and Lakshmana on his shoulders when they were looking for Sugreeva (the king of Vanaras) in Kishkindha. He leapt over the ocean and, braving many hazards, reached Lanka, where Sita was held captive.

His devotees believe that worshipping Hanuman will help them imbibe his qualities like courage and strength. As he had helped Shani or Saturn once, they also believe that he can protect them from Shani’s negative influence. People who lack self-confidence, courage, and strength worship him. Chanting the Hanuman Chalisa, a hymn dedicated to him, can protect one from enemies, negative energies, evil spirits, etc.
There are many Mantras to invoke Hanuman’s blessings, and each can be chanted for different results.

Those who pray to Lord Hanuman by chanting Hanuman Mantra for Karya Siddhi can get his blessings for success. Other Mantras, too, offer many benefits. Here are some Mantras for Hanuman, along with their benefits and meanings.

1. Hanuman Moola Mantra

Om Hanumate Namah॥
You can recite the Hanuman Moola Mantra to overcome problems and obstacles in one’s life. It is a powerful success or Karya siddhi Mantra, too. By reciting this Hanuman Mantra, you can also gain power, physical strength, and stamina.

2. Hanuman Beeja Mantra

Aum Aeem Bhreem Hanumate
Shree Ram Dootaaya Namaha

Meaning: We plead to Lord Hanuman, who is the greatest servant and messenger of Lord Rama.

Hindu texts claim that chanting the Hanuman Beej Mantra regularly is a very powerful method to please Hanuman and invoke his blessings.

3. Hanuman Gayatri Mantra

Om Anjaneyaya Vidmahe Vayuputraya Dhimahi।
Tanno Hanumat Prachodayat॥
By chanting this Mantra, you can gain lots of energy that can protect you against harm and danger. It will also bestow strength by boosting your courage and knowledge. Hanuman is the symbol of strength, stamina, loyalty, and true devotion. He is bold and fearless. Hence, this Mantra can help those who want to acquire such qualities. If you need to become strong, mentally and physically, chant the Hanuman Gayatri Mantra.

4. Anjaneya Mantra

Om Shree Vajradehaya Ramabhakthaya Vayuputhraya Namosthuthe
This Hanuman Mantra can help you get new jobs and achieve success in life. Chanting this Mantra daily has been known to remove obstacles in one’s current job or bring new job opportunities. Students about to face exams and employees waiting for promotions can benefit from this Mantra. Start chanting the Mantra on Thursdays and chant it 11 times in the morning.

5. Manojavam Marutatulyavegam Mantra
Manojavam Marutatulyavegam Jitendriyam Buddhimatam Varishtham।
Vatatmajam Vanarayuthamukhyam Shriramadutam Sharanam Prapadye॥
Meaning: The one whose mind travels with speed comparable to the wind, and who has controlled his sense organs, the supreme among scholars, son of Vayu, chief of the monkey brigade, I bow with my head to that messenger of Sri Rama.
Hanuman has mastery over the senses. He has great intelligence, learning, and wisdom. He is part of the Gods or Devas and incarnated as a monkey to serve Rama.

6. Bhakta Hanuman Mantra

Anjanii-Garbha Sambhuuta Kapii-[I]ndra Sacivo[a-U]ttama |
Raama-Priya Namas-Tubhyam Hanuman Rakssa Sarvadaa ||

Meaning: I take refuge in Hanuman, who was born from the womb of Anjani and who was the most excellent minister of the King of Monkeys, Sugriva. He is very dear to Sr Rama; thus, I Bow to You, O Hanuman, please protect me always.

7. Hanuman Mantra

Hang Hanumate Rudraatmakaay Hung Phatt
This Hanuman Mantra is believed to be a very powerful Mantra, as it is said to bring instant results. It can give one great power.
8. Hanuman Mantra

Om Namo Bhagvate Aanjaneyaay Mahaabalaay Swaahaa
When you recite this Hanuman Mantra 21000 times, it can remove illness, evil spirits, and other problems in life.

Devotees usually visit Hanuman temples on Tuesdays. Hanuman has 9 forms or avatars. They are Panchamukhi Hanuman, Prasanna Hanuman, Veera Hanuman, Vimshati Bhuja Hanuman, Ashtadasha Hanuman, Suvarchala Sahitha Hanuman, Chaturbhuja Anjaneya, Virat Hanuman, Vanarakara Hanuman.
Jai Hanuman!