108 Chants of Hanuman Chalisa Sankalp
An intense collective prayer to Lord Hanuman for protection, strength, and spiritual upliftment.
Event Details
Shree Jagannatha Society UK (SJSUK) is organising a special 108 Hanuman Chalisa chanting as a collective prayer for protection, strength, and well-being of all devotees and their families. Chanting this powerful hymn 108 times is a traditional vow that symbolises deep surrender to Lord Hanuman and is believed to remove obstacles, calm the mind, and fill the heart with courage and devotion.
108 Hanuman Chalisa: An Intense Collective Prayer to Lord Hanuman
108 Hanuman Chalisa is an intense collective prayer in which devotees recite the 40-verse Hanuman Chalisa 108 times with faith and concentration. The hymn, composed by Goswami Tulsidas, praises Lord Hanuman's devotion, strength, and service to Lord Rama and is revered as a powerful shield against fear, negativity, and difficulties.
Chanting it 108 times transforms a simple recitation into a deep spiritual discipline that can last several hours or be spread over a dedicated period as a devotional vrata.
Why 108?
The number 108 is regarded as sacred in Hindu tradition and many spiritual paths. It is associated with completeness and cosmic harmony, reflected in ideas like 108 Upanishads, 108 energy channels (nadis) converging at the heart, and 108 beads on a japa mala.
By chanting the Hanuman Chalisa 108 times, devotees symbolically align their mind, body, and soul with divine energy and amplify the power of the prayer.
Spiritual Benefits
Many devotees undertake 108 Hanuman Chalisa as a vow during challenging times or on special occasions. Traditionally, it is believed to:
Remove Obstacles
Remove fear, negativity, and obstacles — Hanuman as Sankat Mochan (Remover of Troubles).
Inner Strength
Give inner strength, courage, and determination to face difficulties.
Peace of Mind
Bring peace of mind, focus, and mental clarity through continuous chanting.
Family Protection
Protect the family and home, creating a positive spiritual atmosphere.
Spiritual Growth
Support spiritual growth by purifying past karmas and deepening bhakti.
“Reciting Hanuman Chalisa 108 times with devotion is said to invoke Lord Hanuman's grace for protection, courage, and spiritual upliftment.”
When is it Performed?
Devotees often choose Tuesdays and Saturdays, days traditionally dedicated to Lord Hanuman, for 108 recitations. It is also popular on Hanuman Jayanti and during special observances or difficult phases of life, such as health issues, exams, new ventures, or family challenges.
Whether done individually or as a community event in a temple or satsang, the practice is treated as a sacred vow to be completed with sincerity.