Complete Guide to Hanuman Tandav Stotram
Introduction to Hanuman Tandav Stotram
Hanuman Tandav Stotram is a tremendously powerful hymn that describes Lord Hanuman performing the Tandava — the fierce dance of cosmic destruction and divine power. As the incarnation of Lord Shiva (Rudra avatar), Hanuman's Tandava represents the unleashing of supreme divine energy that can shatter mountains, dry up oceans, and vanquish the most powerful demons.
Spiritual Significance of Hanuman Tandav Stotram
This stotram reveals Hanuman's Rudra (fierce) aspect, reminding devotees that beneath his gentle devotion to Rama lies the cosmic power of Shiva himself. The Hanuman Tandav is recited for protection from powerful enemies, overcoming seemingly impossible obstacles, and invoking the fierce divine energy needed during times of great difficulty.
Hanuman Tandav Stotram Lyrics
॥ श्रीहनुमत्ताण्डवस्तोत्रम् ॥
॥ ध्यान ॥
वन्दे सिन्दूरवर्णाभं लोहिताम्बरभूषितम्।
रक्ताङ्गरागशोभाढ्यं शोणापुच्छं कपीश्वरम्॥
॥ स्तोत्र पाठ ॥
भजे समीरनन्दनं, सुभक्तचित्तरञ्जनं,
दिनेशरूपभक्षकं, समस्तभक्तरक्षकम्।
सुकण्ठकार्यसाधकं, विपक्षपक्षबाधकं,
समुद्रपारगामिनं, नमामि सिद्धकामिनम्॥1॥
सुशङ्कितं सुकण्ठभुक्तवान् हि यो हितं
वचस्त्वमाशु धैर्य्यमाश्रयात्र वो भयं कदापि न।
इति प्लवङ्गनाथभाषितं निशम्य वान-
राऽधिनाथ आप शं तदा, स रामदूत आश्रयः॥2॥
सुदीर्घबाहुलोचनेन, पुच्छगुच्छशोभिना,
भुजद्वयेन सोदरीं निजांसयुग्ममास्थितौ।
कृतौ हि कोसलाधिपौ, कपीशराजसन्निधौ,
विदहजेशलक्ष्मणौ, स मे शिवं करोत्वरम्॥3॥
सुशब्दशास्त्रपारगं, विलोक्य रामचन्द्रमाः,
कपीश नाथसेवकं, समस्तनीतिमार्गगम्।
प्रशस्य लक्ष्मणं प्रति, प्रलम्बबाहुभूषितः
कपीन्द्रसख्यमाकरोत्, स्वकार्यसाधकः प्रभुः॥4॥
प्रचण्डवेगधारिणं, नगेन्द्रगर्वहारिणं,
फणीशमातृगर्वहृद्दृशास्यवासनाशकृत्।
विभीषणेन सख्यकृद्विदेह जातितापहृत्,
सुकण्ठकार्यसाधकं, नमामि यातुधतकम्॥5॥
नमामि पुष्पमौलिनं, सुवर्णवर्णधारिणं
गदायुधेन भूषितं, किरीटकुण्डलान्वितम्।
सुपुच्छगुच्छतुच्छलंकदाहकं सुनायकं
विपक्षपक्षराक्षसेन्द्र-सर्ववंशनाशकम्॥6॥
रघूत्तमस्य सेवकं नमामि लक्ष्मणप्रियं
दिनेशवंशभूषणस्य मुद्रीकाप्रदर्शकम्।
विदेहजातिशोकतापहारिणम् प्रहारिणम्
सुसूक्ष्मरूपधारिणं नमामि दीर्घरूपिणम्॥7॥
नभस्वदात्मजेन भास्वता त्वया कृता
महासहा यता यया द्वयोर्हितं ह्यभूत्स्वकृत्यतः।
सुकण्ठ आप तारकां रघूत्तमो विदेहजां
निपात्य वालिनं प्रभुस्ततो दशाननं खलम्॥8॥
इमं स्तवं कुजेऽह्नि यः पठेत्सुचेतसा नरः
कपीशनाथसेवको भुनक्तिसर्वसम्पदः।
प्लवङ्गराजसत्कृपाकताक्षभाजनस्सदा
न शत्रुतो भयं भवेत्कदापि तस्य नुस्त्विह॥9॥
नेत्राङ्गनन्दधरणीवत्सरेऽनङ्गवासरे।
लोकेश्वराख्यभट्टेन हनुमत्ताण्डवं कृतम्॥10॥
॥ इति श्रीहनुमत्ताण्डवस्तोत्रम् सम्पूर्णम् ॥
॥ Shrihanumattandavastotram ॥
॥ Dhyana ॥
Vande Sinduravarnabham Lohitambarabhushitam।
Raktangaragashobhadhyam Shonapuchchham Kapishvaram॥
॥ Stotra Patha ॥
Bhaje Samiranandanam, Subhaktachittaranjanam,
Dinesharupabhakshakam, Samastabhaktarakshakam।
Sukanthakaryasadhakam, Vipakshapakshabadhakam,
Samudraparagaminam, Namami Siddhakaminam॥1॥
Sushankitam Sukanthabhuktavan Hi Yo Hitam
Vachastvamashu Dhairyyamashrayatra Vo Bhayam Kadapi Na।
Iti Plavanganathabhashitam Nishamya Vana-
Raadhinatha Apa Sham Tada, Sa Ramaduta Ashrayah॥2॥
Sudirghabahulochanena, Puchchhaguchchhashobhina,
Bhujadvayena Sodarim Nijamsayugmamasthitau।
Kritau Hi Kosaladhipau, Kapisharajasannidhau,
Vidahajeshalakshmanau, Sa Me Shivam Karotvaram॥3॥
Sushabdashastraparagam, Vilokya Ramachandramah,
Kapisha Nathasevakam, Samastanitimargagam।
Prashasya Lakshmanam Prati, Pralambabahubhushitah
Kapindrasakhyamakarot, Svakaryasadhakah Prabhuh॥4॥
Prachandavegadharinam, Nagendragarvaharinam,
Phanishamatrigarvahriddrishasyavasanashakrit।
Vibhishanena Sakhyakridvideha Jatitapahrit,
Sukanthakaryasadhakam, Namami Yatudhatakam॥5॥
Namami Pushpamaulinam, Suvarnavarnadharinam
Gadayudhena Bhushitam, Kiritakundalanvitam।
Supuchchhaguchchhatuchchhalamkadahakam Sunayakam
Vipakshapaksharakshasendra-sarvavamshanashakam॥6॥
Raghuttamasya Sevakam Namami Lakshmanapriyam
Dineshavamshabhushanasya Mudrikapradarshakam।
Videhajatishokatapaharinam Praharinam
Susukshmarupadharinam Namami Dirgharupinam॥7॥
Nabhasvadatmajena Bhasvata Tvaya Krita
Mahasaha Yata Yaya Dvayorhitam Hyabhutsvakrityatah।
Sukantha Apa Tarakam Raghuttamo Videhajam
Nipatya Valinam Prabhustato Dashananam Khalam॥8॥
Imam Stavam Kujeahni Yah Pathetsuchetasa Narah
Kapishanathasevako Bhunaktisarvasampadah।
Plavangarajasatkripakatakshabhajanassada
Na Shatruto Bhayam Bhavetkadapi Tasya Nustviha॥9॥
Netranganandadharanivatsareanangavasare।
Lokeshvarakhyabhattena Hanumattandavam Kritam॥10॥
॥ Iti Shrihanumattandavastotram Sampurnam ॥
Verse-by-Verse Meaning of Hanuman Tandav Stotram
1 Dhyana Verse (Meditation)
वन्दे सिन्दूरवर्णाभं लोहिताम्बरभूषितम्।
रक्ताङ्गरागशोभाढ्यं शोणापुच्छं कपीश्वरम्॥
रक्ताङ्गरागशोभाढ्यं शोणापुच्छं कपीश्वरम्॥
Word Meanings: वन्दे (Vande) = I worship; सिन्दूरवर्णाभम् (Sindurvarnaabham) = shining with the color of sindoor (vermillion); लोहिताम्बरभूषितम् (Lohitambarbhushitam) = adorned in red garments; रक्ताङ्गरागशोभाढ्यम् (Raktangaraagashobhadhyam) = resplendent with red body paste; शोणापुच्छम् (Shonapuccham) = with a red tail; कपीश्वरम् (Kapishvaram) = the lord of monkeys
Translation: I worship the Lord of Monkeys — shining with the color of vermillion, adorned in red garments, resplendent with red body paste, with a red tail.
2 Second Verse
भजे समीरनन्दनं, सुभक्तचित्तरञ्जनं,
दिनेशरूपभक्षकं, समस्तभक्तरक्षकम्।
सुकण्ठकार्यसाधकं, विपक्षपक्षबाधकं,
समुद्रपारगामिनं, नमामि सिद्धकामिनम्॥
दिनेशरूपभक्षकं, समस्तभक्तरक्षकम्।
सुकण्ठकार्यसाधकं, विपक्षपक्षबाधकं,
समुद्रपारगामिनं, नमामि सिद्धकामिनम्॥
Word Meanings: भजे (Bhaje) = I worship; समीरनन्दनम् (Samiranandanam) = the son of Vayu (wind); सुभक्तचित्तरञ्जनम् (Subhaktachittaranjanam) = the delighter of devoted hearts; दिनेशरूपभक्षकम् (Dinesharupabhakshakam) = who swallowed the form of the sun; समस्तभक्तरक्षकम् (Samastabhaktarakshakam) = the protector of all devotees; सुकण्ठकार्यसाधकम् (Sukanthakaryasadhakam) = the accomplisher of Sugriva's task; विपक्षपक्षबाधकम् (Vipakshapakshabadhakam) = the tormentor of the opposing side; समुद्रपारगामिनम् (Samudraparagaaminam) = who crossed the ocean; सिद्धकामिनम् (Siddhakaminam) = the fulfiller of desires
Translation: I worship the son of the Wind, the delighter of devoted hearts, who swallowed the Sun in childhood, protector of all devotees, accomplisher of Sugriva's task, tormentor of the enemy, who crossed the ocean — I bow to the fulfiller of desires!
3 Third Verse
सुदीर्घबाहुलोचनेन, पुच्छगुच्छशोभिना,
भुजद्वयेन सोदरीं निजांसयुग्ममास्थितौ।
कृतौ हि कोसलाधिपौ, कपीशराजसन्निधौ,
विदहजेशलक्ष्मणौ, स मे शिवं करोत्वरम्॥
भुजद्वयेन सोदरीं निजांसयुग्ममास्थितौ।
कृतौ हि कोसलाधिपौ, कपीशराजसन्निधौ,
विदहजेशलक्ष्मणौ, स मे शिवं करोत्वरम्॥
Word Meanings: सुदीर्घबाहुलोचनेन (Sudirghabahulochaanena) = with long arms and eyes; पुच्छगुच्छशोभिना (Puchchhaguchhashobbhina) = adorned with a tuft-like tail; भुजद्वयेन (Bhujadvayena) = with both shoulders; सोदरीम् (Sodarim) = (Sita) like a sister; निजांसयुग्ममास्थितौ (Nijaamsayugmamaasthitau) = seated on both shoulders; कोसलाधिपौ (Kosaladhipau) = the king of Kosala (Rama); कपीशराजसन्निधौ (Kapisharajasannidahu) = in the presence of the monkey king; विदेहजेशलक्ष्मणौ (Videhajeshaalakshmanau) = along with Sita (princess of Videha) and Lakshmana; शिवम् (Shivam) = auspiciousness; करोतु (Karotu) = may he bestow
Translation: He who, with his long arms, beautiful eyes, and tufted tail, carried Rama and Lakshmana on his shoulders, bringing them to the monkey king's presence, along with Sita — may he bestow auspiciousness upon me quickly!
4 Fourth Verse
सुशब्दशास्त्रपारगं, विलोक्य रामचन्द्रमाः,
कपीश नाथसेवकं, समस्तनीतिमार्गगम्।
प्रशस्य लक्ष्मणं प्रति, प्रलम्बबाहुभूषितः
कपीन्द्रसख्यमाकरोत्, स्वकार्यसाधकः प्रभुः॥
कपीश नाथसेवकं, समस्तनीतिमार्गगम्।
प्रशस्य लक्ष्मणं प्रति, प्रलम्बबाहुभूषितः
कपीन्द्रसख्यमाकरोत्, स्वकार्यसाधकः प्रभुः॥
Word Meanings: सुशब्दशास्त्रपारगम् (Sushabdashaastrapaarangam) = one who has mastered grammar and scriptures; विलोक्य (Vilokya) = having observed; रामचन्द्रमाः (Ramachandramah) = Lord Ramachandra; कपीशनाथसेवकम् (Kapishanaathasevakam) = the servant of the monkey king; समस्तनीतिमार्गगम् (Samastaneetimargagam) = one who knows all paths of statecraft; प्रशस्य (Prashsya) = praising; लक्ष्मणम् प्रति (Laksmaanm prati) = to Lakshmana; कपीन्द्रसख्यम् (Kapindrasakshyam) = friendship with the monkey king; आकरोत् (Akarot) = made; स्वकार्यसाधकः (Svakaryasaadhakah) = the accomplisher of his own purpose
Translation: Observing that this servant of the monkey king (Hanuman) had mastered grammar, scriptures, and all paths of statecraft, Lord Ramachandra, praising him to Lakshmana, formed a friendship with the monkey king — accomplishing His own purpose.
5 Fifth Verse
प्रचण्डवेगधारिणं, नगेन्द्रगर्वहारिणं,
फणीशमातृगर्वहृद्दृशास्यवासनाशकृत्।
विभीषणेन सख्यकृद्विदेह जातितापहृत्,
सुकण्ठकार्यसाधकं, नमामि यातुधतकम्॥
फणीशमातृगर्वहृद्दृशास्यवासनाशकृत्।
विभीषणेन सख्यकृद्विदेह जातितापहृत्,
सुकण्ठकार्यसाधकं, नमामि यातुधतकम्॥
Word Meanings: प्रचण्डवेगधारिणम् (Prachandavegadharinam) = possessing terrific speed; नगेन्द्रगर्वहारिणम् (Nagendragarvaharinam) = the destroyer of the pride of the mountain king (Mainaka); फणीशमातृगर्वहृत् (Phanishamatrugarvahrit) = the one who crushed the pride of the serpent king's mother (Surasa); दृशास्यवासनाशकृत् (Drishasyavasanashakrit) = the destroyer of the shadow-catching demoness (Simhika); विभीषणेन सख्यकृत् (Vibhishanena sakhyakrit) = who befriended Vibhishana; विदेहजातितापहृत् (Videhajaatitapahrit) = the remover of Sita's sorrow; यातुधानतकम् (Yatudhanataakam) = the destroyer of the Rakshasas
Translation: I bow to the one of terrific speed, destroyer of the mountain king's pride, the crusher of Surasa's pride, destroyer of the shadow-demoness (Simhika), friend of Vibhishana, remover of Sita's sorrow, the accomplisher of Sugriva's task — the destroyer of the Rakshasas!
6 Sixth Verse
नमामि पुष्पमौलिनं, सुवर्णवर्णधारिणं
गदायुधेन भूषितं, किरीटकुण्डलान्वितम्।
सुपुच्छगुच्छतुच्छलंकदाहकं सुनायकं
विपक्षपक्षराक्षसेन्द्र-सर्ववंशनाशकम्॥
गदायुधेन भूषितं, किरीटकुण्डलान्वितम्।
सुपुच्छगुच्छतुच्छलंकदाहकं सुनायकं
विपक्षपक्षराक्षसेन्द्र-सर्ववंशनाशकम्॥
Word Meanings: पुष्पमौलिनम् (Pushpamaulinam) = flower-crowned; सुवर्णवर्णधारिणम् (Suvarnavarnadharinam) = golden-hued; गदायुधेन भूषितम् (Gadayudhena bhushitam) = adorned with a mace weapon; किरीटकुण्डलान्वितम् (Kiritakundaalanvitam) = having a crown and earrings; सुपुच्छगुच्छतुच्छलंकदाहकम् (Supuchchhaguchchhatuchhalandakadahakam) = who with his glorious tail burned Lanka as if it were nothing; सुनायकम् (Sunayakam) = the great leader; विपक्षपक्षराक्षसेन्द्रसर्ववंशनाशकम् (Vipakshapaksharakshsendrasarvavamshanashakam) = the destroyer of the entire dynasty of the enemy Rakshasa king
Translation: I bow to the flower-crowned, golden-hued one, adorned with a mace, wearing crown and earrings — who with his glorious tail burned Lanka as if it were nothing, the great leader, the destroyer of the entire dynasty of the Rakshasa king!
7 Seventh Verse
रघूत्तमस्य सेवकं नमामि लक्ष्मणप्रियं
दिनेशवंशभूषणस्य मुद्रीकाप्रदर्शकम्।
विदेहजातिशोकतापहारिणम् प्रहारिणम्
सुसूक्ष्मरूपधारिणं नमामि दीर्घरूपिणम्॥
दिनेशवंशभूषणस्य मुद्रीकाप्रदर्शकम्।
विदेहजातिशोकतापहारिणम् प्रहारिणम्
सुसूक्ष्मरूपधारिणं नमामि दीर्घरूपिणम्॥
Word Meanings: रघूत्तमस्य (Raghuttamasya) = of the best of the Raghu dynasty; सेवकम् (Sevakam) = the servant; लक्ष्मणप्रियम् (Lakshmapriyam) = dear to Lakshmana; दिनेशवंशभूषणस्य (Dineshavmshabhushnasya) = the ornament of the Solar dynasty; मुद्रीकाप्रदर्शकम् (Mudrikapradarshandakam) = the shower of the ring (signet ring); विदेहजातिशोकतापहारिणम् (Videhajaatiahsoktaapaarinam) = the remover of Sita's sorrow; प्रहारिणम् (Praharinam) = the striker (of enemies); सुसूक्ष्मरूपधारिणम् (Susukshmarupadhaarinam) = the one who assumed a tiny form; दीर्घरूपिणम् (Dirgharupinam) = the one of massive form
Translation: I bow to the servant of the best of the Raghu dynasty, dear to Lakshmana, who showed the signet ring of the ornament of the Solar dynasty — the remover of Sita's sorrow and the striker of enemies — who assumed both the tiniest and the most massive forms!
8 Eighth Verse
नभस्वदात्मजेन भास्वता त्वया कृता
महासहा यता यया द्वयोर्हितं ह्यभूत्स्वकृत्यतः।
सुकण्ठ आप तारकां रघूत्तमो विदेहजां
निपात्य वालिनं प्रभुस्ततो दशाननं खलम्॥
महासहा यता यया द्वयोर्हितं ह्यभूत्स्वकृत्यतः।
सुकण्ठ आप तारकां रघूत्तमो विदेहजां
निपात्य वालिनं प्रभुस्ततो दशाननं खलम्॥
Word Meanings: नभस्वदात्मजेन (Nabhasvaadatmajena) = by the son of Vayu; भास्वता (Bhasvata) = the brilliant one; त्वया (Tvaya) = by you; कृता (Krita) = done; महासहायता (Mahasahayata) = great assistance; द्वयोः (Dvayoh) = of both; हितम् (Hitam) = good/benefit; अभूत् (Abhut) = became; सुकण्ठः (Sukanthah) = Sugriva; तारकाम् (Tarakam) = Tara; रघूत्तमः (Raghuttamah) = the best of the Raghus (Rama); विदेहजाम् (Videhajam) = Sita (daughter of Videha); निपात्य (Nipatya) = having slain; वालिनम् (Valinam) = Vali; दशाननम् (Dashananam) = the ten-faced one (Ravana)
Translation: By you, the brilliant son of Vayu, great assistance was rendered — benefiting both: Sugriva obtained Tara, and the best of the Raghus (Rama) obtained Sita — having slain Vali and then the wicked ten-faced Ravana.
✦ Phala Shruti (Verse 9)
इमं स्तवं कुजेऽह्नि यः पठेत्सुचेतसा नरः
कपीशनाथसेवको भुनक्तिसर्वसम्पदः।
प्लवङ्गराजसत्कृपाकताक्षभाजनस्सदा
न शत्रुतो भयं भवेत्कदापि तस्य नुस्त्विह॥
कपीशनाथसेवको भुनक्तिसर्वसम्पदः।
प्लवङ्गराजसत्कृपाकताक्षभाजनस्सदा
न शत्रुतो भयं भवेत्कदापि तस्य नुस्त्विह॥
Word Meanings: इमम् (Imam) = this; स्तवम् (Stavam) = hymn; कुजेऽह्नि (Kujeahni) = on Tuesday (day of Mars); यः (Yah) = whoever; पठेत् (Pathet) = recites; सुचेतसा (Suchetasa) = with a pure mind; कपीशनाथसेवकः (Kapishanaathasevakah) = a devotee of the lord of monkeys; भुनक्ति (Bhunakti) = enjoys; सर्वसम्पदः (Sarvasampadah) = all wealth; प्लवङ्गराजसत्कृपाकताक्षभाजनः (Plavaangarajasatkripaakatakshabhajanah) = the recipient of the gracious sidelong glance of the monkey king; शत्रुतः (Shatrutah) = from enemies; भयम् (Bhayam) = fear; न भवेत् (Na bhavet) = does not arise
Translation: Whoever recites this hymn on Tuesday with a pure mind as a devotee of Lord Hanuman — they enjoy all wealth. Being the recipient of the graceful glance of the monkey king, no fear from enemies ever arises for them.
10 Author Colophon (Verse 10)
नेत्राङ्गनन्दधरणीवत्सरेऽनङ्गवासरे।
लोकेश्वराख्यभट्टेन हनुमत्ताण्डवं कृतम्॥
लोकेश्वराख्यभट्टेन हनुमत्ताण्डवं कृतम्॥
Word Meanings: नेत्राङ्गनन्दधरणीवत्सरे (Netranganandadharanivatsare) = in the year (named by chronogram); अनङ्गवासरे (Anangavasare) = on the auspicious day; लोकेश्वराख्यभट्टेन (Lokeshvarakhyabhattena) = by Bhatta named Lokeshvara; हनुमत्ताण्डवम् (Hanumattandavam) = the Hanuman Tandava (hymn); कृतम् (Kritam) = was composed
Translation: This Hanuman Tandava Stotram was composed by Bhatta named Lokeshvara on an auspicious day.
Spiritual Benefits of Reciting Hanuman Tandav Stotram
Spiritual Growth
- Divine Grace: Attracts the special blessings and protection of Lord Hanuman
- Inner Peace: Brings tranquility and contentment to the mind
- Positive Energy: Develops an attitude of gratitude and spiritual awareness
- Spiritual Progress: Enhances devotion and deepens spiritual understanding
Material and Worldly Benefits
- Obstacle Removal: Clears impediments from the path of progress
- Success: Enhances success in academic, professional, and personal endeavors
- Protection: Provides divine protection from negative forces and energies
- Family Harmony: Promotes peace and understanding among family members
Health and Well-being
- Mental Clarity: Enhances focus, concentration, and decision-making
- Stress Relief: Reduces anxiety and promotes emotional balance
- Physical Vitality: Supports overall health and well-being
- Karmic Purification: Helps dissolve accumulated negative karma
How to Chant Hanuman Tandav Stotram: Complete Guide
Preparation for Chanting
- Personal Cleanliness: Take a bath and wear clean clothes
- Sacred Space: Sit in a clean, quiet place facing east or north
- Deity Image: Place an image or idol of Lord Hanuman before you
- Light a Lamp: Light a ghee or sesame oil lamp for auspiciousness
- Mental Preparation: Calm the mind with a few minutes of deep breathing
Step-by-Step Chanting Process
- Invocation: Begin with a brief prayer to Lord Hanuman
- Sankalpa: State your intention (spiritual growth, protection, or specific purpose)
- Recitation: Chant the stotram with clear pronunciation and devotional feeling
- Meditation: After chanting, sit quietly and meditate on the deity's form
- Prayer: Offer your heartfelt prayers and express gratitude
Important Guidelines
- Maintain regularity — daily practice yields the best results
- Chant with genuine devotion rather than mere mechanical repetition
- Try to understand the meaning of the verses for deeper spiritual impact
- Maintain a vegetarian diet on days of special devotion
- Share the merit of your practice by praying for the welfare of all beings
Best Times to Recite Hanuman Tandav Stotram
Daily Practice
- Early Morning: Brahma Muhurta (4:00 - 6:00 AM) for maximum spiritual benefit
- Evening: During sunset (Sandhya Kaal) for divine blessings
- Before Sleep: For peaceful rest and divine protection through the night
Special Occasions
- Festival Days: During festivals associated with Lord Hanuman
- Ekadashi: Auspicious for spiritual practices and vrat observances
- Purnima (Full Moon): Enhanced spiritual energy for meditation and chanting
- Amavasya (New Moon): For removal of negative influences and karmic cleansing
Frequently Asked Questions about Hanuman Tandav Stotram
What is the Hanuman Tandav Stotram?
The Hanuman Tandav Stotram (हनुमान ताण्डव स्तोत्रम्) is a powerful and dramatic hymn that describes Lord Hanuman performing a fierce Tandava dance — embodying his rajasic and destructive warrior energy. Unlike the gentle, devotional image of Hanuman folding his hands before Rama, this stotram reveals Hanuman's terrifying martial form — leaping across oceans, burning Lanka, shattering mountains, and crushing demons with his mighty tail and fists.
What is the Tandava form of Hanuman?
Hanuman's Tandava form showcases his supreme martial prowess and fierce energy. In this form, he is Veera Hanuman (Warrior Hanuman) — his eyes blaze with fire, his body expands to cosmic proportions, his roar shakes the three worlds, and his tail moves like a thunderbolt. This form appeared most dramatically during the burning of Lanka, the battle with Ravana's forces, and when he flew to bring the Sanjeevani mountain to save Lakshmana.
When should one chant the Hanuman Tandav Stotram?
This stotram is most effective on Tuesdays and Saturdays, during Hanuman Jayanti, and when facing enemies, battles, or dangerous situations. Its fierce energy makes it ideal for warriors, athletes, litigants, and anyone confronting opposition. Reciting it during Lakshmi Nagar and Rahu Kala is believed to neutralize malefic planetary influences. It is particularly powerful when chanted with intensity and physical energy.
What are the benefits of the Hanuman Tandav Stotram?
This stotram invokes Hanuman's fierce warrior energy for protection and victory. It destroys enemies, removes fear, builds immense courage and physical strength, protects from black magic and evil spirits, and grants victory in all confrontations. It is particularly effective against invisible or supernatural threats. The powerful vibrations of the Tandava stotram create an impenetrable shield of Hanuman's martial energy around the reciter.
How is the Hanuman Tandav different from the Shiva Tandav Stotram?
The Shiva Tandav Stotram was composed by Ravana and describes Lord Shiva's cosmic dance of creation and destruction. The Hanuman Tandav Stotram describes Hanuman's fierce warrior dance — specifically his battle exploits during the Ramayana. While Shiva's Tandava has cosmic philosophical significance, Hanuman's Tandava is more focused on martial prowess, battle victory, and protective power. Both use powerful rhythmic meters that mirror the energy of dance.