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Who is Panchamukhi Hanuman?
In this video post we shall talk about a special form of Sri Hanumanji Maharaj. This is a special manifestation of this great Ansha Avatara of Lord Shiva, a special manifestation of Lord Shiva who came to destroy the nether world demons Ahiravana and Mahiravana and rescue Sri Rama and Sri Lakshmana, held captive in Patala Loka. Thus this form of Hanumanji Maharaj known as the Panchamukhi Hanuman is a representation of the Tantrika manifestation of the devotee-form of Hanumanji.
Thus, anyone who is up with significant challenges posed by Karma should selflessly, with no reservations or expectations should serve this fierce form of Hanumanji with Love. This form of Hanumanji cannot tolerate hurdles posed in front of His devotees and so immediately uproots these hurdles from the path of the practitioner. If a person becomes a Bhakta of the Panchamukhi or Five Faced Hanuman, the road to liberation opens up without delay.
How did Hanumanji take the Form of Panchamukhi Hanuman
The demon Mahiravana was a great black magician and attempted to sacrifice the two great Lords, Sri Rama and Sri Lakshmana at the feet of Goddess Maha maya, totally unaware that Sri Rama is the eternal husband of that very Devi. Sri Hanumanji Maharaj had to blow out the flames of 5 lamps in five different directions with one blow, in order to conquer this dangerous magician.
Then Sri Hanumanji assumed the form of the Panchamukhi Hanuman in order to accomplish this daunting task. He accomplished freeing the two Lords and slaying the two demons. Thus in this anecdote, Sri Hanumanji emerges as the protector of the Lord of Lords, Sri Rama and giving them complete security from the onslaught of black magic. Nothing can touch the Lord or even come close to harming them.
Panchamukhi Hanuman: The Last Resort for those attacked by Mahamaya
Yet, Sri Rama is always concerned about the glory of His devotees, even if it means showing Himself as weak when compared to His devotee. The great Lord Sri Rama, thus established Sri Panchamukhi Hanuman as a deity who could secure the life of anyone in danger, whatever dire conditions, them may be in. Sri Panchamukhi Hanuman is the last resort for a man tormented by Maha Maya.
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When Sri Rama was about to be sacrificed to the Devi, Sri Panchamukhi Hanuman foiled the plans of the evil demons who represent Bad Karma or evil times. Thus Hanumanji in this form secures anybody and everybody, however bad, one’s time is. For an average, weak, uninformed soul, Sri Panchamukhi Hanuman offers security at both the physical and emotional levels.
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The 5 Faces of the Panchamukhi Hanuman
Now I shall describe the five faces of the Panchamukhi Hanuman Deity. Sri Hanumanji, himself faces east. He also represents the ether element. He grants purity of mind. When the mind becomes pure, it becomes transparent and reflects the soul.
Sri Narasimha Deva, the second face, faces south. He grants fearlessness and victory. Narasimha Deva also represents the fire element that burns down any obstacle that comes in the devotee’s way and grants him success. Please watch our video Benefits of Narasimha Kavacham | Worshipping Lord Narasimha and Narasimha Kavacham Benefits
Sri Garuda Deva, the third face, faces west and removes magical spells and poison. Sri Krishna’s Dwaraka is in the west, and therefore Sri Garuda faces west. Sri Garuda also represents the wind element and moves swiftly to save the devotee. Sri Garuda also kills snakes, thus he removes stealthy poisonous people from our lives and also protects us from bad vibrations.
Sri Varaha Deva, the fourth face, faces north and brings in prosperity. He represents the water element, and this is significant because we find jewels at the bottom of the ocean. They represent the water element.
Sri Hayagriva Deva who is horse-faced faces the Sky. He represents the Earth Element and blesses the devotee with earthly wealth. He presents to the devotees all knowledge and gives them obedient children. Please watch our video Benefits of Chanting Hayagriva mantra | Lord Hayagriva Mantra | Hayagriva Mantra Sadhana Benefits to know more.
Now I will mention the mantras reciting the Panchamukhi Hanuman mantras
Process of Chanting Panchamukhi Hanuman Mantra
Ideally do the Panchamukhi Sadhana in the evening after 6:00 PM, at a fixed time, fixed place, facing west direction. Light a mud lamp burning with a wick dipped in jasmine oil. The wick and the lamp should face the west direction. Sit with the lamp near your right knee when you sit in Sukhasana on a woollen mat facing west.
Close your eyes, with gaze focused on the tip of your nose, slowing down your breath. Ensure that there is a medium-sized photograph of the Panchamukhi Hanuman placed before you. Offer water drops, Tulsi leaves and jasmine flowers to the photograph. This mantra has to be chanted 10 times, in the mind. So it is ideal to memorize the mantra before beginning the Sadhana.
The mantra is called the Panchamukhi Dhyana Mantra.
Here goes the mantra
पंचस्यचुतमनेका विचित्र वीर्यम |
श्री शंख चक्र रमणीय भुजग्र देशम ||
पीताम्बरम मकर कुंडला नूपुरंगम |
ध्ययेतितम कपिवरम हृथि भवयामि” ||
Then proceed to the Panchamukhi Hanuman Stuti.
There is one Stuti or glorification for each face of the Panchamukhi Hanuman Vigraha.
“ओम नमो भगवते पंचवदनाय पूर्व कपि मुखे सकल
शत्रु संहारनाय स्वाहा”
The meaning is this,
1. The east facing form of Lord Hanuman protects devotees from problems caused by enemies. He provides happiness and fulfills wishes.
2. Chant these mantras 27 times in the heart.
3. Ensure that you have a 27 beaded sandalwood rosary or mala with you as you chant the rounds.
4. Ensure that you have already memorized this mantra before you begin your Japa.
5. As mentioned earlier, keep your gaze on the tip of your nose and think of the face of Hanumanji
Then chant
ओम नमो भगवते पंचवदनाय दक्षिण मुखे कराला
वदनाय नरसिंहाय सकल भूत प्रेता प्रमदनाय स्वाहा”
1. The meaning is this , The south facing form of Lord Narasimha removes many fear, sins, unfavorable influences of spirits and demons, and fulfills our wishes.
2. Repeat Step 2 as discussed before
Then chant
ओम नमो भगवते पंचवदनाय पश्चिम मुखे
गरुड़ाय सकला विश हरणाय स्वाहा
1. The meaning is this, The west facing Lord Garuda removes many ailments, negativities, black magic, poison, and fear.
2. Repeat Step 2 as discussed before
Then chant
ओम नमो भगवते पंचवदनाय उथारा मुखे
आदिवराहाय सकल संपतकाराय स्वाहा
1. The meaning is, The north facing Lord Varaha provides the Ashta Aishwarya (eight different types of wealth)
2. Repeat Step 2 as discussed before
Lastly chant
ओम नमो भगवते पंचवदनाय ऊर्ध्व मुखे
हयग्रीवाय सकल जन वशीकरणाय स्वाहा
1. The meaning is, The upwards facing Lord Hayagriva helps devotees attract the goodwill of people.
2. The words of His devotees turn into reality.
3. He gives them with advancement in seeking knowledge, good company of friends, intelligence, good children, and salvation.
4. Repeat Step 2 as discussed before
This completes the Sadhana.
Then think of Sri Rama, Seeta, Hanumanji and Chant the mantra “Seeta Rama Hanuman” 21 times to conclude your Sadhana.
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