Where is the Hanuman Temple in Sri Lanka?

 

Srilanka has several well- known Lord Hanuman shrines.

Sri Bhakta Hanuman : Many Hindus visit Sri Bhakta Hanuman temple in Ramboda.

Ramboda or Ramapadai means Rama ‘s force or army.

Ramboda is a mountain village near Nuwara Eliya.

Legend : Many devotees believe that Lord Hanuman rested here when he visited Lanka.

Consecrated : In 1980, Swami Chinmayanand , a great mystic, had visited Ramboda.

At his behest , his devotees built Sri Bhakta Hanuman temple in 1999.

Prayer : Sri Ganeshaya Namah Sri Ram Jai Ram Jai Jai Ram Namo Parvatipataye Har Har Mahadev Shambhu Jai Jai Jai Hanuman Gosai Kripa Karo Gurudev Ki Nai !

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According to Ramayana, how old was Hanuman ji, while he is also mentioned in the Mahabharata?

 Hanumanji was also of Lord Ram’s age in Ramayan which happened in Treta Yug.

The story of Lord Hanuman is as under:-

As per Ananda Ramayana, the “payasam” which the wives of Dasharatha had eaten to bear children, some part was carried away by Vayudev (the Wind god) and Anjana consumed it, thereby giving birth to Hanuman. So Lord Hanuman is about the same age of Lord Ram.

( please note that there are different stories of how Lord Hanuman was born)

As Lord Hanuman is Chiranjeevi, he is there in all the Yugas. In Mahabharat, Lord Hanuman’s age was as below:-

As per scriptures

Lord Hanuman was born in the 24th Treta Yuga ( at the end of Treta Yuga).

TRETA YUGA: 1,296,000 yrs (thrice of Kalyug)

1296000\24 ( there were 24 periods in Treta Yug) =54,000 yrs for one period

As Lord Hanuman was born in the last period (24 th period )of Treta Yug he was about 54,000 yrs old at the end of Treta Yug).

Dwapar Yug : 864,000 years ( twice of Kalyug)

Dwapar Yug ends when Lord Krishna left this world . Lord Hanuman was there in Dwapar Yug.

54,000 ( period of the 24th Treta Yug)+ 864000 ( period of full dwapar yug)=9,18,000 yrs . Hamumanji was 9,18,000 yrs old at the end of Dwapar Yug.

Kalyug : 432,000 years

Kalyug in 2022 has about 426,877 years left . Therefore, we are living in the 5123 yr of Kalyug.

So in 2022 Lord Hanuman who is still living in Kalyug is about 9,23,123 yrs old ( as per the calculation below)

54,000 ( period of the 24th Treta Yug)+ 864000 ( period of full Dwapar Yug) + ( 432,000- 426877 +5123)+5123 = 9,23,123 yrs old.

(All the aforesaid are assumed as per the figures mentioned in the scriptures and all are approximate figures)

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Was Vali actually stronger than both Ravana and Hanuman combined?

 Definitely not. Vali defeating Ravana is an interpolation and a later addition. I'm not sure why people even believe it . It's almost impossible for Vali to defeat either Ravana or kumbhakarna let alone Hanuman who’s physical strength is equal to Vishnu and Shiva.

The arrows which Rama used to kill Vali and dried up the oceans had little effect on Ravana

• ‘These were the shafts by the help of which I slew Marica, Khara, and Dushana as also Viradha in the Krauncha Wood and Kabandha in the Dandaka Forest; these were the shafts wherewith I transfixed the Sala Trees and the mountains and Bali and with which I agitated the ocean! All these weapons found their target, how is it that they have so little power over Ravana?’

Rama used infallible arrow of Brahma to kill maricha and khara which has no effect on Ravana armour and his regenerative powers.( Ravana regenerated 100’s of heads in the final encounter) .He used some unknown powerful infallible weapon of Brahma to kill Ravana . Vali on the other died immediately after Rama struck him one arrow

Hanuman was the only warrior besides Rama who was able to go toe to toe with Kumbhakarna. Valmiki clearly mentions that Kumbhakarna was far superior to Khar dushan and Vali . Infact he is far stronger than all the gods combined without any boons

• ‘Know that I am not Viradha, Kabandha or Khara. Nor am I Vali or Maricha. It is Kumbhakarna who has arrived. Behold my large and terrible club that is completely made out of iron. In earlier times, I have used this to vanquish the gods and the danavas

The deeds of Hanuman was considered as superior to that of any gods including Vishnu and Rudra as per Rama's own statement.

• The deeds that Hanumat accomplished in the battle are unheard of, even among Kala, Shakra, Vishnu and the lord of treasures

So Hanuman is vastly superior to Vali .

Historically, Hanuman and Vanara belong to which species?

 It is up to you whether to treat these as real species. The texts describe bears, ape-men, and intelligent monkeys with human-level reasoning. That said, we lack both archaeological evidence to prove that any such species ever existed. And it is not feasible Biologically to have Human like Intelligence in Animal like Brain.

Species of Ramayana

​However, a more plausible reality is that they were simply forest-dwelling tribesmen who dressed like animals. The tradition of donning animal hides and embodying a creature's spirit is not new—tribes across the globe, particularly in the Americas, have long practiced these rituals to channel the animal's essence.

Indian Tribe, with Dress up ritual

These Tribes tend to be highly spiritual and Mystical. That is one thing they talked about them mastering Ashta Siddhis. Even Rama and Sita did not possess such Ashta Siddhi.

American Tribes with Animal sprits

What are some misconceptions about Lord Hanuman?

 The common misconceptions about Lord Hanuman are ::

• Lord Hanuman has a monkey face, but the truth is He is Vanara ( nara (people) who live in Vana ( forests), so you can conclude that Lord Hanuman was a tribe or Kimpurusha, having few features of animal too. And Hanuman in sanskrit means a man with disfigured jaw.
• Females should not worship Lord Hanuman or even touch His idol, since He is Brahmachari, a celibate. But the truth is, all women can worship Him as he treats them as his mother, in the same way how he treated Sita devi as mother.

• Lord Rama left to vaikunta after his avatar purpose was fulfilled and few say Hanuman too left, but the truth is Lord Hanuman didn't accompany him, instead chose to stay back here on Earth. He is still present on this Earth, doing meditation by chanting Rama’s name. That is the reason, even today whenever Ramayana is recited in any place, a seat is kept empty in the Audience for Lord Hanuman.
• Lord Hanuman is not a mythical character, He is the most important Lord in Ramayana, who was born only to do service to Sri Rama. there is mention of Hanuman as God Shiva's Ansh ( form / child / possessing few qualities) in Skanda Purana and the Bhavishya Purana.

Source :: Pravachanam by Paripoornananda Saraswati garu.

Was Vali actually stronger than both Ravana and Hanuman combined?

• Hanuman, Bali, and Ravana, who has the greatest strength?

• Hanuman, known by many names such as Bajrang Bali, Mahaveer, Pavan Putra, Maruti, etc., is known for his immense strength, intelligence, cleverness, and his ability to travel faster than the speed of the wind.

• Bali has his own strength, but he has a boon. Anyone who fights him while looking into his eyes will transfer half of their strength to him. This boon makes him impossible to defeat.

• Ravan - Ravan is mighty, strong, even a god People are afraid to fight with him, who is called Dashanan. Along with being a great devotee of Lord Shiva, he is an expert in weapons and is very powerful in war.

• But if there is a war between these three then who will be victorious? In this war, if there is a war between Ravan and Bali then Bali will be victorious because Bali once held Ravan in his armpit for months.

• And if there is a war between Bali and Hanuman Ji then according to the boon, Bali will get half the power of Hanuman Ji but Hanuman Ji is not only strong, he is also adept at cunning, and cunning is greater than strength. Hanuman Ji may not be able to defeat Bali with brawn, but with cunning.

• In the event of a war between Ravana and Hanuman, Hanuman will be victorious.

Why did Hanuman stay on Arjuna’s chariot but never actually join the fight?

 Hanuman is Vayuputra, and Bheem was also Vayuputra from different yugas. Hanuman fought in treta yuga with lord Rama against the Lankan Asura army. His task as a great warrior was accomplished in that yuga. His next big task is during the Kali Yuga, to be the frontline general against the ultra-powerful demon Kali. He is one of the seven Chiranjeevis, who will defeat the demon Kali to end this adharmic yuga.

As he is from the Treta Yuga, he is more powerful than the warriors of the Dwapara Yuga and could end the war in a few days, single-handedly. But destiny has it that he shouldn't engage in the Great War and instead increase his power for the final battle with Kali. till then, he is meditating and increasing his power in the Dwapar and this Yuga.

bheem engaged in the Kurukshetra war against the Kauravas in the Dwapar Yuga. he met Hanuman during his vanavaas and gained his trust for the support during the war. Hanuman, being of the same divine birth, agreed to be present with bheem in the war, in an invisible energy form. And to protect Arjuna, he took form in arjunas flag on his chariot.

Why did he take Arjuna's place and not Bheem's is an interesting question. Bheem had vowed to vanquish all 100 kauravas through his physical strength, but Arjuna had a greater role in vanquishing the powerful astras wielded by powerful warriors such as Aswathama, Karna, Drona and Bheesma. If Arjuna was injured and out of action, the Pandava army didn't possess the astras to defeat their enemies. He needed protection from Brahmastra, Bhargavastra, Narayanastra etc. Hence, he took Arjuana's flag instead of bheemas.

Where is the lying Hanuman temple?

 There are four temples in the whole world where the position of Hanuman Ji is Lying down that means “ Lete Hue Hanuman Ji ”

• Lete Hanuman Ji or Bade Hanuman Ji temple is situated in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India.

• Madrail Hanuman Ji Mandir in Village Kannlkinara, Parganas District, West Bengal

• Bhadra Hanuman Mandir in Aurangabad, Maharashtra

• Jam Sawali Hanuman Temple located at Chindwara district of Madhya Pradesh

।। ॐ नमो हनुमते रुद्रावताराय सर्वशत्रुसंहारणाय सर्वरोग हराय सर्ववशीकरणय रामदूताय स्वाहा ।।

Jai Bajrang Bali 🙏🙏😊😊

What are some facts about Lord Hanuman that everybody should know?

Lord Hanuman ji is among the most popular Indian deities.

Ramayana : Legends claim, Lord Hanuman was the first to compose Ramayana.

He composed saga of Lord Rama with his nails in Gandhmardan mountains.

But, he discarded it in Ganga ji to please Saga Valmiki.

Music : Many musicians consider Hanuman ji as an expert classical musician.

He proverbially learnt music from Devarishi Narad

Many classical ragas (Malkauns, Hindol , Hanuman Todi, Vasantvarali are associated with him.

Astrology : Hanuman ji is associated with Hanuman Jyotish.

It is a form of Prashna Kundali that answers specific questions related to life.

Healer : Hanuman ji is known as expert Vaidya (physician)

He is present as Prana (life force) inside us.

His revived Lord Lakshmana with Sanjeevani booti , a mysterious elixir.

Wrestling : Hanuman ji is patron of wrestling.

His immense strength ; mental toughness and ethics inspire many wrestlers.

King : Lord Hanuman ji is King of Hanuman Garhi, Ayodhya.

Lord Rama coronated him as ruler of Hanuman Garhi to spread Ram Katha.

Prayer : Sri Ganeshaya Namah Sri Ram Jai Ram Jai Jai Ram Namo Parbatipataye Har Har Mahadev

Jai Jai Jai Hanuman Gosai Kripa Karo Gurudev Ki Nai

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If Hanuman was powerful enough to swallow the sun, why did he need a bridge to cross the ocean?

 

Good question. Hanuma is very powerful but not powerful enough to swallow Sun. There is no need or necessity for Hanuma to swallow Sun.

By seeing Full Moon in night, if we think that we can hold it with our two hands and play like a volleyball, it's not our mistake. From here it looks like that. If we go near, we will come to know its actual size.

From earth, in the morning, Hanuma thought that Sun is a fruit as its size is so small.

Here we should understand an interesting thing. Though we thought of playing with moon, can we or any human fly to moon. Hanuma flew to Sun as a boy. Any doubt about his power?.

Regarding construction of bridge to cross the ocean, it's not for him. It's for the entire army and other warriors.

In fact Hanuma requested Sitamma to sit on his shoulders so that he can fly back with Sitamma to Rama in minutes.

Such is his power.

Jai Hanuman.

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What is the significance of the Hanuman temple near the Vaishno Devi shrine?

Sri Hanuman ji is associated with legend of Mata Vaishno devi.

Rama : Folklores claim, Lord Rama gave a word to Goddess Trikuta that he would marry her as Kalki.

Ever since, his ardent devotee Lord Hanuman stays here to serve Goddess Trikuta.

Guard : Lord Hanuman ji proverbially serves Goddess Vaishno devi as his guard.

One legend claims, Lord Hanuman ji saved Goddess Vaishnavi from Bhairo.

Seers and devotees point out, presence of monkeys around this renowned shrine.

Banganga : When Hanuman ji proverbially felt thirst ; her asked water from Goddess.

Goddess Vaishnodevi instantly hit a water source with an arrow. This place is known as Banganga.

Pilgrims seek blessings from Lord Hanuman ji at Banganga before continuing their pilgrimage.

Facts : Goddess Vaishanavi is worshipped as Sri Durga , Vishnumaya, Mahalakshmi ji.

Hanuman ji is the greatest devotee of Jagadambe (cosmic mother)

Prayer : Sri Ganeshaya Namah Sri Ram Jai Ram Jai Jai Ram Namo Parvatipataye Har Har Mahadev

Jai Jai Jai Hanuman Gosai Kripa Karo Gurudev Ki Nai

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What was the boon that Hanuman received from Shiva?

 

Lord Hanuman is known as part of Lord Shiva himself.

Many depict him as an incarnation of Bhava, the 11th Rudra.

Incarnation : Shiva Puran defines him as an incarnation of Lord Shiva.

Rudransh : Seers depict Lord Hanuman as ansh (part) of Lord Rudranath.

Ram Charit Manas defines Hanuman as Shankar Suvan, son of Lord Shiva.

Blessing : Kishindha Kand , Valmik Ramayana , Lord Shiva blesses Rama with invincibility.

Immortal : It also means Chiranjivi , being immortal or ever living.

Bajrang : He is also known as Vajrang or Bajrang (one who is unhurt by thunderbolt)

Prayer : Sri Ganeshaya Namah Sri Ram Jai Ram Jai Jai Ram Namo Parvatipataye Har Har Mahadev

Pawan Tanay Bal Pawan Samana ; Buddhi Vivek Vigyan Nidhana

Kaun Sa Kaaj Kathin Jag Mahi ; Joh Nahi Hoth Tath Tam Pahi

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What weapons did God Shiva give to Ram, Lakshman, Hanuman and Parshuram? How do they work while used in battles?

 1.Lord Ram had the Pashupatastra weapon of Lord Shiva. It is a celestial weapon which can be discharged by the mind, the eyes, words, or a bow. Pashupatastra is capable of destroying creation and vanquishing all beings. The power of the Pashupatastra was such that it was forbidden to be used against lesser enemies or lesser warriors. It is one of the six Mantramukta weapons that cannot be resisted. It was given to him by Sage Vishwamitra who received it directly from Lord Shiva.

As per the scriptures Lord Ram used Pashupatastra which carried the blessing of Lord Shiva against Lord Shiva after the Ashwamedha Yagna (that one who will use this weapon will never be defeated) as he was ordered by Lord Shiva himself.

(The aforesaid is not there in the Ramayan written by Sage Valmiki)

Arjun did years of rigorous penance and pleased by Arjun, Lord Shiva granted him an irresistible weapon Pashupatastra which he received directly from Lord Shiva as per Mahabharata Varna , Vana Parva, Chapter 3, but Arjun never used the said astra.

2. Lord Parshuram was a great devotee of Lord Shiva and after a long penance he received a Parshu (a weapon) from Lord Shiva as a boon thus the name Parshuram was given to him. Lord Shiva also taught him warfare.

Lord Parshuram killed all the male Kshatriyas on the earth 21 successive times with his Parshu. Lord Parshuram also clipped the thousand arms of Kartavirya Arjuna(Sahasrarjun), one by one, with his Parshu and killed him.

3. Lord Hanuman was blessed by Lord Shiva assuring him safety with a Kavaj (band) that would protect him for life. He also got the boon of longevity, scriptural wisdom from Lord Shiva.

4. Laxman used various weapons in his war with Meghnad( Ravan’s son). He used Varunaastra which Meghnaad failed. He used Sauryaastra to neutralize Meghnaad’s Aagneyastra . Then Lakshman had to use powerful weapon named Maheshwar astra to stop Meghnad’s asur weapon (Shoots a really fast fiery beam). Maheswar astra is the weapon of Lord Shiva.

Meghnad was eventually killed when Lakshman used Indrastra (An Astra of Lord Indra, It would bring about a 'shower' of arrows, like rain, from the sky).

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What are some epic photos of Hanuman?

 1. Anjaneya

The son of Anjana.

2. Manojavaya

The one who is ever swift like the wind.

3. Shoora

The valorous one.

4. Sarvarogahara

The one who relieves all diseases.

5. Sarvaduhkhahara

The one who destroys all agonies.

6. Shanta

The calm and composed one.

7. Vajranakha

The one who has strong nails like Indra's vajra.

8. Surarchita

The one who is worshipped by the celestials.

9. Marutatmaja

The one who is adored with gems.

10. Mahakaya

The one who has a huge body.

11. Chiranjeevi

The eternal being.

12. Kanchanabha

The one who has a golden hued body.

13. Bajrangbali

The one who has strength of arms like Indra's vajra.

14. Panchamukhi

The one who has five faces.

15. Vagadheeksha

The lord of the spokesmen.

16. Yogin

The one who has traits of a saint.

17. Suchaye

The chaste one.

18. Shrimath

The revered one.

19. Mahadhyuta

The most radiant one.

20. Ramaduta

The ambassador of Lord Rama.