Sankat Mochan Hanuman Lyrics in English
Baal samai ravi bhakshi liyo tab, teenahu loka bhayo andhiyaro |
Taahi so traas bhayo jag ko, yah sankat kaahu so jaat na taaro |
Dewan aani kari bintee tab, chaadhi diyo ravi kasht niwaaro ||
Ko nahin jaanat hai jag mein kapi sankat mochan naam tiharo ||1||
When Lord Hanuman was a child, he mistook the sun for a ripe fruit and leapt towards it. Seeing this, the three worlds became enveloped in darkness.
The whole world was filled with fear, and no one could alleviate this crisis.
The Devas (celestial beings) approached Lord Hanuman and fervently prayed to him, requesting him to free them from this distress.
Then, Lord Hanuman swallowed the sun, dispelling the darkness and bringing an end to the suffering.
Who in this world does not know that your name, O Hanuman, is the dispeller of all difficulties? ||1||
who removes ignorance (darkness) by his light (knowledge)
Baali ki traas kapees basai giri, jaat mahaaprabhu panth nihaaro |
Chownki mahaa muni saap diyo tab chahiy kaun bichaar bichaaro |
Kai dwij roop liwaay mahaa prabhu so tum daas ke sok niwaaro ||
Ko nahin jaanat hai jag mein kapi sankat mochan naam tihaaro ||2||
When Lord Hanuman resided on the mountain, he caused distress to Baali, the mighty warrior. Observing this, the great sages marveled at the path chosen by the supreme Lord.
During the assembly of the sages, a serpent was placed to test their wisdom and discernment. But who could assess its true nature?
The great Lord Hanuman assumed various disguises, dispelling the sorrow of his devotees. He revealed himself as the servant of the Lord.
Who in this world does not know that your name, O Hanuman, is the dispeller of all difficulties? ||2||
Angad ke sang lain gaye siya, khoj kapees yah baain uchaaro |
jeevat na bachihau hum son ju, bina sudhi laay ehaan pagu dhaaro |
Hayri thake tatt sindhu sabaai tab laay siya-sudhi praan ubaaro ||
Ko nahin jaanat hai jag mein kapi sankat mochan naam tiharo ||3||
Accompanied by Angad, Lord Hanuman journeyed with the intention of finding Sita. He searched tirelessly, proclaiming his allegiance to Lord Rama.
I, as a humble servant, cannot survive without the nectar of your grace. I have taken this path with unwavering devotion.
When all hopes were exhausted, and the entire army grew weary, Hanuman brought news of Sita, reviving their spirits and saving their lives.
Who in this world does not know that your name, O Hanuman, is the dispeller of all difficulties? ||3||
Raavan traas dayee siya ko sab, raakshashi so kahi sok nivaaro |
Taahi samay hanuman mahaprabhu, Jaay mahaa rajneechar maaro ||
Chaahat seeya asoka so aagi su, dai prabhu mudrika soka nivaaro ||
Ko nahin jaanat hai jag mein kapi sankat mochan naam tihaaro ||4||
Raavan inflicted great distress upon Sita, tormenting her with the company of his demonesses. Lord Hanuman, the great devotee, arrived at that moment and struck down the mighty Ravana.
With deep longing, Sita conveyed her message through Hanuman, and the Lord presented her ring, dispelling her sorrow.
Who in this world does not know that your name, O Hanuman, is the dispeller of all difficulties? ||4||
Baan lagyo ur lakshiman ke tab, praan taje sut raavan maaro |
Lai griha baidya sushen samet, tabai giri dron su beer upaaro |
Aani sajeewan hath dayee taba lakshiman ke tum praan upaaro|
Ko nahin jaanat hai jag mein kapi sankat mochan naam tihaaro ||5||
When Lord Hanuman shot an arrow, it struck the chest of Lakshmana, rendering him unconscious and appearing as if his life had departed. In his pursuit, Hanuman vanquished the son of Ravana.
He then brought the celestial physician Sushena along with medicinal herbs from the mountain, restoring Lakshmana to life.
By offering the life-restoring herbs, Hanuman revived Lakshmana, holding his life in his hands.
Who in this world does not know that your name, O Hanuman, is the dispeller of all difficulties? ||5||
Raavan yudh ajaan kiyo tab, naag ki phaas sabhi sir daaro |
Sri Raghunath samet sabai dal, moh bhayo yah sankat bhaaro |
Aani khagesh tabai hanumaan ju, bandhan kaati sutraas nivaaro |
Ko nahin jaanat hai jag mein kapi sankat mochan naam tiharo ||6||
When Ravana initiated the battle, he deployed various weapons and ensnared Lord Hanuman with the coils of a mighty serpent.
All the armies, including Sri Raghunath (Lord Rama) himself, were perplexed and burdened by this crisis.
At that moment, Hanuman assumed his gigantic form, breaking free from the bonds and releasing himself from the snare.
Who in this world does not know that your name, O Hanuman, is the dispeller of all difficulties? ||6||
Bandhu samet jabai ahiraavan, lai raghunath pataal sidhaaro |
Devhi puji bhalee vidhi so bali, deu sabai mili mantra vichaaro |
Jaay sahaay bhayo tab hi ahiraavan sainya samet sanhaaro |
Ko nahin jaanat hai jag mein kapi sankat mochan naam tihaaro ||7||
When Ahiravana, along with his allies, abducted Lord Rama and Lakshmana and took them to the netherworld, Hanuman descended to the depths to rescue them.
There, Hanuman received the divine guidance to perform a ritual to please the goddess. Following the prescribed rituals and reciting the sacred mantras, he succeeded in gaining her blessings.
With her assistance, Hanuman defeated Ahiravana and his army, freeing Lord Rama and Lakshmana from captivity.
Who in this world does not know that your name, O Hanuman, is the dispeller of all difficulties? ||7||
Kaaj kiye barh dewan kei tum, beer mahaaprabhu dekhi bichaaro |
Kaun so sankat mohin gareeb ko, jo tumso nahin jaat hai taaro |
Begi haro hanumaan mahaprabhu jo kuch sankat hoya hamaaro |
Ko nahin jaanat hai jag mein kapi sankat mochan naam tiharo ||8||
You have accomplished numerous tasks on behalf of the Devas, showcasing your extraordinary strength and devotion.
Which difficulty can ever trouble the one who seeks your refuge? You are the ultimate savior for the impoverished.
O mighty Lord Hanuman, quickly dispel any obstacles that may arise in our lives.
Who in this world does not know that your name, O Hanuman, is the dispeller of all difficulties? ||8||
Doha
Laal deh laalee lase, aru dhari laal langoor |
Bajra deh daanavdalan, jai jai jai kapi soor ||
Your body is radiant red, adorned with red attire, and you possess a red complexion like a ruby. You are the mighty red-faced monkey.
With your thunderbolt-like body, you vanquish demons effortlessly. Victory, victory, victory to you, O valiant Hanuman!