Hanuman Leela

Hanuman Puja during Diwali

Diwali is the festival of light, and Hanuman, as a symbol of strength, devotion, and protection, is worshipped to bring light to the lives of devotees, dispel darkness, and ensure success in all endeavors. In some traditions, Lord Hanuman is also worshipped during Diwali for his role in aiding Lord Rama's victory over Ravana.

Hanuman Puja during Diwali

Hanuman Puja during Diwali

Event Overview

Date

During Diwali festivities (varies regionally)

Location

Homes and Temples

Type

Integrated Festival Worship

Key Characters / Deities
  • Lord Hanuman
    Deity of Worship

    Worshipped for protection, strength, and removal of obstacles.

Sequence of Events / Typical Observance
  1. Step 1: Homes are cleaned and decorated with lights (diyas).
  2. Step 2: A sacred space for worship is prepared.
  3. Step 3: Special pujas are performed, often alongside Lakshmi Puja.
  4. Step 4: Recitation of Hanuman Chalisa and other stotras.
  5. Step 5: Offerings of sweets, fruits, sindoor, and flowers are made to Hanuman.
  6. Step 6: Aarti is performed, and prasad is distributed.
Celebration / Parayanam Rituals

Common Practices:

  • Begin with a ritual bath and wear clean, preferably red or orange attire.
  • Light a ghee or mustard oil lamp at the altar of Hanuman.
  • Offer fresh flowers, garlands, and red cloth around the idol or picture of Hanuman.
  • Chant the Hanuman Chalisa, Hanuman Ashtakshara Mantra (Om Hanumate Namah), and other praises like Bajrang Baan and Sankat Mochan Stotra.
  • Offer sweets (laddus or prasadam) to Hanuman, along with bananas, jaggery, and coconut.
  • Apply sindoor to the idol of Hanuman and to your forehead as a sign of respect and devotion.
  • Pray for strength, courage, good health, and protection for your family.
  • Visit Hanuman temples if possible and offer prayers, flowers, and light a lamp.
  • Participate in group prayers or listen to special Diwali aartis and kirtans held in temples.

Special Rituals:

  • Recite the Sundara Kanda from the Ramayana for spiritual victory.
  • Chant the Hanuman Ashtakshara Mantra 108 times.
  • Perform aarti with a bell, offering light to the deity while singing devotional songs.

Preparation:

  • Clean the house and altar, prepare a sacred space for worship.
  • Light lamps (diyas) around the house to invite prosperity and light.
  • Ensure all worship items are ready: flowers, sindoor (vermilion), red cloth, fruits, sweets (laddus), coconut, and incense.

Completion Ritual

  • Concluding with Hanuman Aarti and distributing prasad (blessed food) to family and friends.
  • Firecrackers are not traditionally associated with Hanuman Puja but can be part of the general Diwali celebration, where devotees make sure to do so respectfully.
Significance

Core Idea

Invoking Hanuman's blessings for protection, strength, prosperity, and the dispelling of darkness during the auspicious Diwali period.

Moral Lesson

Remembering divine protectors and the victory of good over evil enhances spiritual well-being and gratitude.

Spiritual Significance

Diwali is the festival of light, and Hanuman, as a symbol of strength, devotion, and protection, is worshipped to bring light to the lives of devotees, dispel darkness, and ensure success in all endeavors. Lord Hanuman represents victory over evil and the triumph of good. Hanuman is worshipped to protect the home and family during Diwali.

Devotional Significance

Devotees seek blessings for prosperity, health, and success during this period.

Benefits of Observance/Recitation:

  • Removal of all obstacles and difficulties in life.
  • Blessings of physical and mental strength, courage, and determination.
  • Protection from negative influences, evil spirits, and black magic.
  • Prosperity, success in work, and protection for the family.
  • Increased devotion, faith, and spiritual growth.
Symbolism
Impact

Spiritual Impact

Strengthens faith, provides a sense of security, removes obstacles, and invites auspicious energies and blessings into the home.

Cultural Impact

A practice in some Hindu communities that integrates Hanuman worship into the broader Diwali celebrations, reinforcing devotion and communal prayer.

Observance Details

Observed By:

  • Hindu families and communities, particularly those who revere Hanuman.
Mantras & Chants
  • Hanuman Chalisa
  • Hanuman Ashtakshara Mantra (Om Hanumate Namah)
  • Bajrang Baan
  • Sankat Mochan Hanuman Stotra
  • Hanuman Ashtak
  • Sundara Kanda recitation
Food Offerings
Modern Observations & Related Information
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