Hanuman the great monkey hero, also called Maruti, assists Rama in his battle with Ravana to rescue Sita, who had been kidnapped by Ravana. Hanuman symbolizes the qualities of an ideal devotee of God, which can be represented by the letters of his name, as follows:

H = Humility and hopefulness (optimism)

A = Admiration (truthfulness, devotion)

N = Nobility (sincerity, loyalty, modesty)

U = Understanding (knowledge)

M = Mastery over ego (kindness, compassion)

A = Achievements (strength)

N = Nishkama-karma (selfless work in service of God)

After Lord Rama coronation, following victory in the battle with Ravana, Rama distributed gifts to all those who had assisted him in his battle with Ravana. Turning towards Hanuman, Rama said, "There is nothing I can give you that would match the service you have rendered to me. All I can do is to give you my own self." Upon hearing these words, Hanuman stood by Rama, in all humility, with hands joined together in front of his (Hanuman's) mouth, and head slightly bent in the pose of service for Rama. To this day, this picture of Hanuman, as a humble devotee of the Lord, is the most popular among the admirers and worshippers of Hanuman.

The worship of Hanuman, therefore, symbolizes the worship of the Supreme Lord, for acquiring knowledge, physical and mental strength, truthfulness, sincerity, selflessness, humility, loyalty, and profound devotion to the Lord.

Hanuman Chalisa

Shree Guru Charan Saroj Raj, Nij Man Mukur Sudhari, Barnau Raghuvar Bimal Jasu, Jo Dayaku Phal Char...

With the dust of Guru's Lotus feet, I first clean the mirror of my heart and then narrate the sacred glory of Shri Ram Chandra,

The Supreme among the raghu dynasty, The giver of four fold attainments of life. {The four fold attainments are Kama, Artha, Dharma and Moksha i.e. pleasure, wealth, religious- merit and salvation.}

Budhi Heen Tanu Janike, Sumirow, Pavan Kumar, Bal Buddi Bidya Dehu Mohi, Harahu Kalesh Bikaar...

Knowing myself to be ignorant, I urge you, O Hanuman, The son of Pavan! O Lord! Bestow on me strength, wisdom and knowledge, taking away all my miseries and blemishes.

Jai Hanuman Gyan Guna Sagar, Jai Kapis Tihun Lok Ujaagar

Victory to Thee, O Hanuman, Ocean of Wisodm and virtue, victory to the Lord of monkeys who is well known in all the three worlds.

Ramdoot Atulit Bal Dhamaa, Anjani Putra Pavansut Naamaa

You, the messenger of Ram and repository of immeasurable strength, are also known as Anjaniputra and Pavanputra.

Mahabeer Bikram Bajrangi, Kumati Nivaar Sumati Ke Sangi

Mighty, Powerful and strong, as lightning, O mahaveer, you being the companion of wisdom, dispel dark and evil thoughts.

Kanchan Baran Biraaj Subesa, Kanan Kundal Kunchit Kesaa

O! Golden hued Hanuman, you look beautiful with ear-studs and curly hair.

Haath Bajra Aur Dhvaj Birajai, Kandhe Moonj Janeu Saajai

You hold the mace of lightning and a flag in your hands with the sacred thread of Munja grass adorning your shoulder.

Shankar Suvan Kesari Nandan, Tej Pratap Maha Jag Bandan

Reincarnation of Lord Shankar and the son of Kesari, your lustre and glory is praised by the whole world.

Vidyavaan Guni Ati Chatur, Ram Kaj Karibe Ko Atur

The master of all knowledge, full of virtue and wisdom, you are always eager to serve Lord Ram.

Prabhu Charitra Sunibe Ko Rasiya, Ram Lakhan Sita Man Basiya

Immersed in listening to hymns on Lord, in your cherished heart do, Ram, Lakshman and Sita dwell.

Sukshma Roop Dhari Siyahin Dikhawa, Bikat Roop Dhari Lank Jarawa

While you presented your humble form to Mother Sita, You assumed demonic size and burnt the city of Lanka.

Bhim Roop Dhari Asur Sanhare, Ramchandra Ke Kaaj Savare

In your colossal manifestation, you killed the demons, fulfilling your Lord’s mission.

Laye Sajivan Lakhan Jiyaye, Shree Raghuvir Harshi Ur Laye

You revived Lakshman with the Sanjivani (nectarine herb, said to revive the dead) you brought and Shri Ram Chandra embraced you in deep joy.

Raghupati Kinhi Bahut Badaai, Tum Mama Priya Bharat Sam Bhai

Shri Ram Chandra said you were as d bear as his brother Bharat and praised you highly.

Sahasa Badan Tumhro Jas Gavein, Asa Kahi Shripati Kanth Lagaavein The Lord of Lakshmi embraced you saying Sheshnaga (the thousand hooded divine carrying earth’s weight on his hoods, and said in the vedas) sings your glory.

Sankadik Brahmadi Muneesa, Narad Sarad Sahit Ahisaa

Not only Sheshnaga but also Sanaka (a saint), Brahma (the Creator of the Universe), and other Gods, Narad, Sharda (the Goddess of knowledge) and other sages eternally sing your praise.

Jam Kuber Digpal Jahan Te, Kabi Kobid Kahin Sake Kanha Te

What to speak of poet and seers!, even Yama (the God of Death), Kuber (the God of Wealth) and Digpal (the God of Directions) have no words to praise your glory.

Tum Upakar Sugrivahi Keenha, Ram Milai Rajpad Deenha

You helped Sugriva (brother of Bali who with the help of Rama was crowned as King of Kishkindha) win back his crown with the blessings of Rama.

Tumharo Mantra Bibhishan Maana, Lankeshwar Bhaye Sab Jag Jaana

Vibhishana (brother of Ravana, crowned as king of Lanka after Ravana’s death), accepting your counsel, became the King of Lanka, is known throughout the world.

Jug Sahastra Kojan Par Bhaanu, Leelyo Taahi Madhur Phal Jaanu

You swallowed the sun, millions of miles away, taking it to be a sweet fruit.

Prabhu Mudrika Meli Mukha Maaheen, Jaladhi Langhi Gaye Acharaj Naheen

Keeping the Lord’s ring in your mouth, you conquered the mighty ocean.

Durgam Kaaj Jagat Ke Jete, Sugam Anugrah Tumhre Te Te

With your grace all the impediments and the difficulties in the world can be overcome easily.

Ram Duware Tum Rakhavare, Hoat Na Aagya Bin Paisare

No one can enter Rama’s abode without your consent, O sentinel of the Lord.

Sab Sukh Lahen Tumhari Sarna, Tum Rakchak Kaahu Ko Darnaa

By your grace one can enjoy all happiness and one need not have any fear under your protection.

Aapan Tej Samharo Aapei, Tinu Lok Hank Te Kanpai

When you roar all the three worlds tremble and only you can control your might.

Bhoot Pisaach Nikat Nahi Avei, Mahabir Jab Naam Sunavei

Evil spirits cannot come near your devotees, Lord Mahaveer, who chants your name.

Nassei Rog Hare Sab Peera, Japat Norantar Hanumat Beera

Chanting your name constantly, O Hanuman, one can be cured of all disease and pains.

Sankat Te Hanuman Chhudavei, Man Kram Bachan Dhyan Jo Lavei

Hanuman keeps one, who has him in his heart, deed, word and meditation, free from all trouble.

Sab Par Ram Tapsvee Raja, Tinke Kaj Sakal Tum Saja

The ascetic king Sri Ram is the ruler of all and you even accomplished all his missions.

Aur Manorath Jo Koi Lave, Soi Amit Jiwan Phal Pave

Whoever comes to you for fulfillment of any desire, achieves great fruition in his life.

Charo Jug Partap Tumhara, Hai Parsiddha Jagat Ujiyara

Your glory is acclaimed in four Yugas and your radiance is spread all over the cosmos

Sadhu Sant Ke Tum Rakhvare, Asur Nikandan Ram Dulare

Sri Ram has great affection for you, O Mahaveer, the decapitator of all evil spirits and protector of saints

Ashta Siddhi NauNidhi Ke Data, Asa Bar Din Janki Mata

You are blessed by Mother Janaki to grant anyone with any of eight siddhis and nine nidhis

Ram Rasayan Tumhare Pasa, Sada Raho Raghupati Ke Dasa

You, with the ambrosia that is Ram, are always in the service of Lord Raghupati

Tumhre Bhajan Ramko Pavei, Janam Janam Ke Duka Bisravei

One can reach Ram chanting your name and become free from sufferings of many lives

Anta Kal Raghubar Pur Jai, Jahan Janma Hari Bhakta Kahai

After death he enters the eternal abode of Sri Ram and remains a devotee of him, whenever, taking a new birth on earth

Aur Devata Chitt Na Dharai Hanumat Sei Sarva Sukh Karai

Other Gods may not care to take heed, but one who serves you, O Hanuman, enjoys all pleasures

Sankat Kate Mitey Sab Peera, Jo Sumirei Hanumat Balbeera

Sri Hanuman, the mighty God, remove all the problems and pains of those, who invokes him

Jai Jai Jai Hanuman Gosain, Kripa Karahu Gurudev Ki Nain

Hail, Thee Hanuman be as compassionate to me as my Supreme Teacher

Jo Sat Bar Path Kar Koi, Chutahi Bandi Maha Sukh Hoi

He, who chants this prayer a hundred times, is liberated from earthly bondage and enjoys the highest bliss

Jo Yah Padhe Hanuman Chalisa, Hoy Siddhi Sakhi Gowrisa

He who reads these forty verses as, Lord Shanker witnesses, overcome all troubles

Tulsidas Sada Hari Chera, Keeje Nath Hriday Mah Dera

Tulsidas is an eternal devotee of Lord Hari. O Hanuman, kindly reside in my heart forever.

Pawan tanay sangkat haran, Mangal Murti roop

Rama Lakhan Sita Sahit, Hridai basahu surbhup.

O Shri Hanuman, the son of Pawan, savior, the embodiment of blessing, reside in my heart together with Shri Ram , Latchman and Sita.