What is Vibhishana Krit Hanuman Stotram?
Vibhishana Krit Hanuman Stotram is a revered Sanskrit hymn composed by Vibhishana, the righteous brother of Ravana and a staunch devotee of Lord Rama. This powerful Stotra (hymn) praises the strength, virtues, and divine powers of Lord Hanuman, invoking him for protection, courage, and spiritual upliftment.
According to tradition, Vibhishana composed this stotram to express gratitude to Hanuman Ji, who helped him discover his path to Dharma and ultimately supported his surrender to Lord Rama.
Who Was Vibhishana?
Vibhishana was the younger brother of Ravana and a noble soul who chose truth and righteousness over family allegiance. He surrendered to Lord Rama, became an ardent devotee of Hanuman Ji, and later became the King of Lanka after Ravana’s defeat.
He symbolizes Vairagya (detachment), Dharma (righteousness), and devotion.
Full Name of the Stotra
Also referred to as Vibhishana Hanuman Stotram/ Hanuman Vadvanal Stotra in popular devotional traditions.
Vibhishan Krit Hanuman Stotra in English Lyrics
Hanuman Vadvanal Stotra in English
Namo Hanumate Tubhyam
Namo Maruta-Sunave
Namah Shri Rama Bhaktaya
Shyamasyaya Cha Te Namah
Namo Vanara Veeraya
Sugriva-Sakhya-Karine
Lanka-Vidahanarthaya
Hela-Sagara-Tarine
Sita-Shoka-Vinashaya
Rama-Mudra-Dharaya Cha
Ravananta-Kula-Cheda
Karine Te Namo Namah
Meghanada-Makha-Dhvamsa
Karine Te Namo Namah
Ashoka-Vana-Vidhvamsa
Karine Bhaya-Harine
Vayuputraya Veeraya
Akashodara-Gamine
Vanapala-Shirash-Cheda
Lanka-Prasada-Bhanjine
Jvalat-Kanaka-Varnaya
Deergha-Langula-Dharine
Saumitri-Jaya-Datre Cha
Rama-Dutaya Te Namah
Akshasya Vadha-Kartre Cha
Brahma-Pasha-Nivarine
Lakshmananga-Maha-Shakti
Ghata-Kshata-Vinashine
Rakshoghnaaya Ripughnaaya
Bhutaghnaaya Cha Te Namah
Riksha-Vanara-Veeraugha
Pranadaya Namo Namah
Para-Sainya-Bala-Ghnaaya
Shastra-Astra-Ghnaaya Te Namah
Vishaghnaaya Dvishaghnaaya
Jvaraghnaaya Cha Te Namah
Maha-Bhaya-Ripughnaaya
Bhakta-Tranaika-Karine
Para-Prerita-Mantranam
Yantranam Stambha-Karine
Payah-Pashana-Tarana
Karanaya Namo Namah
Balaraka-Mandala-Grasa
Karine Bhava-Tarine
Nakhayudhaya Bhimaya
Dantayudha-Dharaya Cha
Ripu-Maya-Vinashaya
Ramajna-Loka-Rakshine
Prati-Grama-Sthitayatha
Raksho-Bhuta-Vadharthine
Karala-Shaila-Shastraya
Durma-Shastraya Te Namah
Balaika-Brahmacharyaya
Rudra-Murti-Dharaya Cha
Vihangamaya Sarvaya
Vajra-Dehaya Te Namah
Kaupina-Vasase Tubhyam
Rama-Bhakti-Rataya Cha
Dakshinasha-Bhaskaraya
Shata-Chandrodayatmane
Kritya-Kshata-Vyadhaghnaya
Sarva-Klesha-Haraya Cha
Svabhyajna-Partha-Sangrama
Sankhye Sanjaya-Dharine
Bhaktanta-Divya-Vadeshu
Sangrame Jaya-Dayine
Kilakila-Bubukochchara
Ghora-Shabda-Karaya Cha
Sarpa-Agni-Vyadhi-Sanstambha
Karine Vana-Charine
Sada Vana-Phalahara
Santriptaya Visheshatah
Maharnava-Shila-Baddha
Setu-Bandhaya Te Namah
Vade Vivade Sangrame
Bhaye Ghore Maha-Vane
Simha-Vyaghraadi-Chaurebhyah
Stotra-Pathad Bhayam Na Hi
Divye Bhuta-Bhaye Vyadhau
Vishe Sthavara-Jangame
Raja-Shastra-Bhaye Chogre
Tatha Graha-Bhayeshu Cha
Jale Sarpe Maha-Vrishtau
Durbhikshe Prana-Samplave
Pathet Stotram Pramuchyeta
Bhayebhyah Sarvato Narah
Tasya Kvapi Bhayam Nasti
Hanumat-Stava-Pathatah
Sarvada Vai Trikalam Cha
Pathaniyam Idam Stavam
Sarvan Kaman Avapnoti
Natra Karya Vicharana
Vibhishana-Kritam Stotram
Takshyena Samudiritam
Ye Pathishyanti Bhaktya Vai
Siddhayas Tat-Kare Sthitah
Key Features & Benefits of the Hanuman Stotram
Benefit Description
Removes fear and anxiety Offers courage in times of personal or external danger
Protects from negative energies Shields the devotee from black magic, evil thoughts, and obstacles
Improves mental clarity Enhances focus and devotion
Strengthens faith in Rama Bhakti Reinforces surrender and connection to Lord Rama through Hanuman
Brings success Helpful during exams, interviews, or critical life phases
How and When to Recite the Hanuman Stotram?
Element Details
Place Home shrine, temple, or quiet space
Time Early morning or evening; especially on Tuesdays and Saturdays
Ritual
Bathe and wear clean (preferably red or orange) clothes
Light a ghee lamp and offer red flowers
Chant the stotram with shraddha (faith) and bhakti (devotion)
Conclude with Hanuman Aarti or “ॐ हनुमते नमः” mantra
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Vibhishana Krit Hanuman Stotram (FAQs)
Who wrote the Hanuman Stotram?
The Vibhishana Krit Hanuman Stotram is traditionally attributed to Vibhishana, the righteous brother of Ravana, who later became a devotee of Lord Rama.
When should I recite this Stotram?
Ideally on Tuesdays, Saturdays, or during times of difficulty and fear. It can also be included in daily Hanuman prayers.
Can anyone chant this Stotra?
Yes, it is universal and can be recited by anyone, regardless of age, gender, or caste.
Is it different from Hanuman Chalisa?
Yes. While Hanuman Chalisa is composed by Goswami Tulsidas and consists of 40 chaupais, this Stotram is a Sanskrit hymn focused on divine praise and protection, composed by Vibhishana.
What benefits can I expect from regular chanting?
Regular chanting builds mental courage, spiritual protection, and a strong bond with Lord Hanuman, who is the ultimate sankatmochan (remover of distress).