Manojavam Marutatulyavegam — Hanuman Mantra with Meaning
This well-known verse describes Hanuman's qualities and seeks his shelter. Hanuman is as swift as the mind, as fast as the wind, master of his senses and the wisest of the wise. It is often recited before reading the Ramayan or doing Hanuman puja, and many chant it daily.
Manojavam maruta-tulya-vegam jitendriyam buddhimatam varishtham | vatatmajam vanara-yutha-mukhyam shri-rama-dutam sharanam prapadye ||
Meaning
Mantra
Manojavam maruta-tulya-vegam jitendriyam buddhimatam varishtham | vatatmajam vanara-yutha-mukhyam shri-rama-dutam sharanam prapadye ||
He is swift as the mind and fast as the wind, master of his senses and foremost among the wise. I take refuge in him — the son of the Wind, leader of the vanara army, the messenger of Shri Ram.
Meanings written in simple language by the KathaMantra team.
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Frequently asked questions
How many times should I chant Manojavam?
You can recite it 1, 11 or 21 times daily. As japa, it is chanted 108 times (one mala).
When should it be recited?
In the morning after bathing, on Tuesdays and Saturdays, on Hanuman Jayanti, and before reading the Ramayan or Sundar Kand.
What does 'Manojavam' mean?
'Mano' means mind and 'java' means speed — one whose speed equals the mind's. It describes Hanuman's wonderful strength and swiftness.