Sundarkand – सुन्दरकाण्ड
Sundarkand path, Ram bhakti and Hanuman devotion
Sundarkand Path: Puja Vidhi, Rules, Benefits and Aarti
Prepare for Sundarkand paath with a clear home worship sequence, samagri list, opening mantra, video and working links to Hanuman devotional guides.
The courage of Hanuman in Lanka
What Is Sundarkand?
Sundarkand is the fifth kand of Goswami Tulsidas's Ramcharitmanas. It follows Lord Hanuman's journey to Lanka, his meeting with Sita, the message of Lord Rama and the strength of devotion expressed through courageous action.
Families read Sundarkand as a focused practice of Ram bhakti and Hanuman devotion. The paath may be recited individually or in a group, in one sitting or in planned portions when time is limited.
Arrange a calm reading space
Sundarkand Puja Samagri
The scripture and a steady reading environment are central. Keep offerings modest and choose items that are available and clean.
- Ramcharitmanas or trusted Sundarkand text
- Ram Darbar and Hanuman image
- Red or yellow cloth for the chowki
- Ghee diya and cotton wick
- Incense and camphor
- Fresh flowers or red hibiscus
- Roli and akshat
- Clean water or Gangajal
- Fruit and boondi or laddu
- Tulsi leaves where traditionally offered
- Bell and aarti thali
- Cloth to cover the scripture after paath
A focused home sequence
Sundarkand Path Vidhi Step by Step
Read at a comfortable pace. Clear pronunciation, attention to meaning and a calm household setting matter more than speed.
Clean the space
Bathe, wear clean clothes and arrange a chowki with a red or yellow cloth.
Prepare the altar
Place Ram Darbar, Hanuman and the Sundarkand text respectfully. Light the diya and incense.
Take sankalp
State your name, family intention and purpose for the paath with a little water in hand.
Invoke Hanuman
Offer flowers and chant Om Hanumate Namah or the Hanuman Gayatri given below.
Begin the paath
Read each doha and chaupai steadily. In a group, read together or take clearly defined turns.
Complete without rushing
Pause only where needed. If reading over several days, mark the stopping point and keep the text covered.
Chalisa and aarti
Conclude with Hanuman Chalisa, Hanuman aarti, prayer and prasad according to family practice.
Share prasad
Offer the prepared bhog, thank Lord Rama and Hanuman, and share prasad respectfully.
Carry the teaching forward
Reflect on courage, service and humility, then apply one lesson from the paath in daily life.
Opening invocation
Sundarkand Mantra Before Paath
Use one short invocation to settle the mind before reading.
Hanuman Gayatri
ॐ आञ्जनेयाय विद्महे
वायुपुत्राय धीमहि
तन्नो हनुमत् प्रचोदयात्॥
Om Anjaneyaya Vidmahe, Vayuputraya Dhimahi, Tanno Hanumat Prachodayat.
Simple Japa Mantra
ॐ हनुमते नमः
Om Hanumate Namah
Offer a flower and repeat the mantra slowly before opening the text.Devotion expressed through action
Benefits of Sundarkand Path
Devotees approach Sundarkand for courage, steadiness and remembrance of Lord Rama. These benefits are spiritual intentions, not guaranteed outcomes.
Courage
Hanuman's journey offers a model for acting with confidence when the path is difficult.
Concentration
A full paath creates structured time away from distraction and hurried thinking.
Service
The narrative places selfless service and responsibility at the center of devotion.
Family prayer
Group recitation gives households a shared devotional rhythm and common intention.
Inner steadiness
Regular reading can support calm reflection during uncertain or demanding periods.
Ram bhakti
The paath deepens remembrance of Rama, Sita and Hanuman through story and verse.
Listen and read along
Complete Sundarkand Path Video
Use the recording for guided listening or to follow the flow before leading a family paath.
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Sundarkand Path FAQs
Which day is best for Sundarkand Path?
Tuesday and Saturday are commonly chosen for Hanuman worship, but Sundarkand may be read on any day with a clean setting and sincere intention.
How long does Sundarkand Path take?
A complete unhurried recitation often takes about 90 to 120 minutes. The pace varies by edition, pronunciation and whether the paath is individual or in a group.
Can Sundarkand be divided over several days?
Yes. When one sitting is not practical, families may divide the reading into planned portions over several days and resume from the clearly marked place.
Should Hanuman Chalisa be read after Sundarkand?
Many households conclude with Hanuman Chalisa and Hanuman aarti. It is a common devotional sequence rather than a compulsory rule for every tradition.
Can I listen instead of reading?
Listening attentively is a meaningful way to participate, especially while learning pronunciation. Reading along with a trusted text can deepen concentration.
What prasad is offered after Sundarkand?
Boondi, laddu, fruit or another simple sattvic preparation may be offered according to family practice and then shared respectfully.
Continue Hanuman worship
Related Devotional Guides
Read slowly. Carry Hanuman's courage with you.
Keep the paath sequence open while preparing your family prayer space.
Sundarkand, the fifth chapter of the epic Ramcharitmanas by Goswami Tulsidas, narrates the heroic exploits of Lord Hanuman during his quest to find Sita in Lanka. This chapter exemplifies unwavering devotion, courage, and selfless service. Regular recitation of Sundarkand is believed to bestow strength, remove obstacles, and bring peace and prosperity to one’s life.
Sundarkand Pooja Procedure (सुन्दरकाण्ड पूजा विधि)
Preparation and Cleanliness
Wake up early, take a bath, and wear clean, preferably traditional clothes.
Clean the pooja space and arrange a clean red or yellow cloth on a chowki or small table.
Place the idols or photo of Lord Hanuman, Lord Ram, Sita Mata, and Lakshman on the altar.
Light a ghee diya (Lamp) and incense sticks (Agarbatti).
Puja Samagri (Pooja Items Required)
- Ghee Diya
- Incense Sticks
- Fresh Flowers (Preferably Red Hibiscus)
- Roli (Vermilion)
- Rice Grains (Akshat)
- Fruits (Banana, Apple, Etc.)
- Sweets (Boondi, Laddu)
- Panchamrit (Mixture of Milk, Honey, Curd, Sugar, and Ghee)
- Tulsi Leaves
- Holy Water (Ganga Jal)
- A Clean Cloth or Dupatta (To Cover the Head During Paath)
- Sundarkand Book (Ramcharitmanas) or Printed Verses
- Bell (Ghanti)
Rules for Sundarkand
Sit facing east or north.
Take a little water in your right palm and recite your Sankalp — state your name, family’s well-being, and the purpose of the paath (e.g., removal of obstacles, protection, peace).
Offer the water to the ground (or in a small bowl).
Chant this Mantra
“ॐ आञ्जनेयाय विद्महे, वायुपुत्राय धीमहि, तन्नो हनुमत् प्रचोदयात्”
“Om Anjaneyaya Vidmahe, Vayuputraya Dhimahi, Tanno Hanumat Prachodayat.”
इस मंत्र का अर्थ है, “हम हनुमान जी को जानते हैं, जो वायु के पुत्र हैं, हम उनकी प्रार्थना करते हैं, और हम उन्हें प्रेरित करते हैं।”
इस मंत्र का जाप करने और हनुमान जी को फूल अर्पित करने से उन्हें प्रसन्न किया जा सकता है।
इसके बाद “ॐ हनुमते नमः” (Om Hanumate Namah) मंत्र का जाप करना भी फलदायी होता है।
Offer flowers and chant — “ॐ हनुमते नमः” or “Om Hanumate Namah.”
Start Sunderkand Path
Begin reading Sundarkand from Tulsidas’ Ramcharitmanas. You can read it in one go (~1.5 to 2 hours), or divide it into parts over 5 or 7 days. Recite each Chopai, Doha, and Shloka with devotion and clarity. (PDF for Full Sundarkand Mentioned Below)
Note: If you’re doing in a group, read together or in turns.
Offer Prasad in Sundarkand
Once the path concludes, offer the prepared bhog/prasad to Lord Hanuman.
Sing or play Hanuman Chalisa and Aarti (Mentioned Below).
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Benefits of Sundarkand Paath
Benefits of Sundarkand Paath (सुंदरकांड पाठ के लाभ):
- Enhances devotion and spiritual connection
- Increases courage, willpower, and inner strength
- Removes obstacles and brings success
- Reduces stress and promotes mental peace
- Offers protection from negative energies
- Balances planetary doshas and astrological effects
- Brings harmony and peace in the household
- Boosts positive energy and divine vibrations
- Strengthens moral values and discipline
- Aids in spiritual growth and inner cleansing
- Attracts blessings for health, wealth, and prosperity
Lord Rama Aarti (भगवान राम की आरती) - Shri Rama Chandra Kripalu Bhajuman
Lord Rama Aarti
Shri Rama Chandra Kripalu Bhajuman, Haran Bhavbhay Darunam।
Nav Kanj Lochan, kanj Mukh Kar Kanj Pad Kanjarunam॥
Shri Rama Chandra Kripalu Bhajuman…।
Kandarp Aganit Amit Chhavi, Nav Neel Neerad Sundaram।
Pat Peet Maanahu Tadit Ruchi-Shuchi Naumi Janak Sutavaram॥
Shri Rama Chandra Kripalu Bhajuman…।
Bhaju Deenbandhu Dinesh Danav Daitya Vansh Nikandanam।
Raghunand Anand Kand Kaushal Chandra Dasharath Nandanam॥
Shri Rama Chandra Kripalu Bhajuman…।
Shir Mukut Kundal Tilak Charu Udar Ang Vibhushanam।
Ajanubhuj Shar Chap-Dhar Sangram Jit Khardushnam॥
Shri Rama Chandra Kripalu Bhajuman…।
Iti Vadati Tulsidas, Shankar Shesh Muni Man Ranjanam।
Mam Hriday Kanj Nivas Kuru, Kaamadi Khal Dal Ganjanam॥
Shri Rama Chandra Kripalu Bhajuman…।
Man Jahi Raacheu Milahi So Var Sahaj Sundar Sanvaro।
Karuna Nidhaan Sujaan Sheel Saneh Janat Ravro॥
Shri Rama Chandra Kripalu Bhajuman…।
Aehi Bhanti Gauri Asis Sun Siy Hit Hiy Hiy Harshit Ali।
Tulsi Bhavanihi Poojee Puni Puni Mudit Man Mandir Chali॥
Shri Rama Chandra Kripalu Bhajuman…।
भगवान राम की आरती
श्रीरामचन्द्र कृपालु भजुमन, हरण भवभय दारुणम्।
नव कंज लोचन, कंज मुख, कर कंज पद कंजारुणम्॥
श्रीरामचन्द्र कृपालु भजुमन…।
कन्दर्प अगणित अमित छवि, नव नील-नीरद सुंदरम्।
पट पीत मानहुं तडित रुचि-शुचि नौमि जनक सुतावरम्॥
श्रीरामचन्द्र कृपालु भजुमन…।
भजु दीनबन्धु दिनेश दानव दैत्य वंश निकन्दनम्।
रघुनन्द आनंदकंद कौशलचंद्र दशरथ नंदनम्॥
श्रीरामचन्द्र कृपालु भजुमन…।
श्रीमुखुट कुण्डल तिलक चारु उदार अंग विभूषणम्।
अजानुभुज शर चापधर संग्राम जित खरदूषणम्॥
श्रीरामचन्द्र कृपालु भजुमन…।
इति वदति तुलसीदास, शंकर शेष मुनि मन रंजनम्।
मम हृदय कंज निवास कुरु, कामादि खल दल गंजनम्॥
श्रीरामचन्द्र कृपालु भजुमन…।
मन जाहि राचेउ मिलहि सो वर सहज सुंदर सांवरो।
करुणा निधान सुजान शील सनेह जानत रावरो॥
श्रीरामचन्द्र कृपालु भजुमन…।
एहि भांति गौरी आशीस सुन सिय हित हिय हरषित अली।
तुलसी भवनिहिं पूजी पुनि पुनि मुदित मन मंदिर चली॥
श्रीरामचन्द्र कृपालु भजुमन…।
Hanuman Ji Ki Aarti (हनुमान जी की आरती) - Aarti keeje hanuman lalaa ki
Hanuman Ji Ki Aarti
Aarti keeje hanuman lalaa ki, Dusht dalan raghunath kala ki
Jake bal se girivar kape, Rog dhosh jake nikat na jhake
Anjani putra maha baldai, Santan ke prabhu sada sahai
Aarti keeje hanuman lalaa ki
De beera raghunath pathaye, Lanka jari siya sudhi laye
Lanka so kot samudar si khai, Jat pawansut dwar na layi
Aarti keeje hanuman lalaa ki
Lanka jari asur sanhare, Siyaramji ke kaaj shaware
Laxman murchit pade sakare, Aani sanjeevan pran ubare
Aarti keeje hanuman lalaa ki
Paithi patal tori jam-kare, Aahiravan ki bhuja ukhare
Baye bhuja asurdal mare, Dahine bhuja santjan tare
Aarti keeje hanuman lalaa ki
Sur nar munijan aarti utare, Jai jai jai hanuman uchare
Kanchan thar kapor lau chayi, Aarti karat anjana mai
Aarti keeje hanuman lalaa ki
Jo hanuman ji ke aarti gave, Basi baykunth param pad pave
Aarti keeje hanuman lalaa ki
हनुमान जी की आरती
आरती कीजै हनुमान लला की, दुष्ट दलन रघुनाथ कला की।
जाके बल से गिरिवर काँपे,, रोग दोष जाके निकट न झाँके।
अंजनि पुत्र महा बलदाई,, संतन के प्रभु सदा सहाई।
आरती कीजै हनुमान लला की॥
दे बीरा रघुनाथ पठाए, लंका जारि सिया सुधि लाए।
लंका सो कोट समुद्र सी खाई, जात पवनसुत बार न लाई।
आरती कीजै हनुमान लला की॥
लंका जारि असुर संहारे, सियारामजी के काज सवारे।
लक्ष्मण मूर्छित पड़े सकारे, आनि संजीवन प्राण उबारे।
आरती कीजै हनुमान लला की॥
पैठि पाताल तोरी जम-कारे, अहिरावण की भुजा उखारे।
बायें भुजा असुर दल मारे, दाहिने भुजा संतजन तारे।
आरती कीजै हनुमान लला की॥
सुर नर मुनिजन आरती उतारें, जय जय जय हनुमान उचारें।
कंचन थार कपूर लौ छाई, आरती करत अंजना माई।
आरती कीजै हनुमान लला की॥
जो हनुमानजी की आरती गावै, बसी बैकुंठ परम पद पावै।
आरती कीजै हनुमान लला की॥
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Regional Variations
While Chaitra Purnima is the most widely recognized date, some regions observe Hanuman Jayanti at different times:
Telugu Hanuman Jayanthi: Observed for 41 days starting from Chaitra Purnima and concluding on the tenth day of Vaisakha Krishna Paksha.
Tamil Hanumath Jayanthi: Celebrated during Margashirsha Amavasya (typically in December or January); in 2027, it falls on January 7.
Kannada Hanuman Vratam: Observed on the 13th day of Margashirsha Shukla Paksha, which falls on December 22, 2026.
Hanuman Janmotsav 2026 Date, Time, Muhurat & Tithi
Hanuman Jayanti or Hanuman Janmotsav 2026 will be celebrated on Thursday, April 2, 2026. While the Purnima Tithi begins on April 1, the festival is observed on April 2 because the Tithi prevails at sunrise (Udaya Tithi) on that day, which is traditionally considered the time of Lord Hanuman’s birth.
Hanuman Janmotsav 2026 Timing & Tithi
The celebration follows the Chaitra Purnima Tithi (the full moon day of the Hindu month of Chaitra).
Purnima Tithi Begins: 07:06 AM on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
Purnima Tithi Ends: 07:41 AM on Thursday, April 2, 2026.
Auspicious Muhurat for Puja
Since the Purnima Tithi ends early on April 2, the most auspicious time for puja is during the early morning hours.
Brahma Muhurta: 04:59 AM to 05:45 AM.
Sunrise Puja Muhurat: 06:11 AM to 07:41 AM (until the Tithi ends).
Abhijit Muhurat: 12:00 PM to 12:50 PM
Evening Puja Muhurat: 06:30 PM to 08:00 PM
