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Chalisa Collection
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Hanuman Chalisa
Tulsidas's forty verses in praise of Hanuman ji, chanted for courage, protection from fear, and freedom from Shani's affliction.
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Tulsidas's forty verses in praise of Hanuman ji, chanted for courage, protection from fear, and freedom from Shani's affliction.
Bajrang Baan
A powerful invocation to Hanuman ji for swift protection from fear, obstacles, and negative energies, traditionally recited in urgent need.
Radha Chalisa
A devotional hymn honoring Radha Rani, Krishna's eternal beloved, recited for divine love, devotion, and marital harmony.
Shiv Chalisa
Forty verses glorifying Lord Shiva's cosmic form and grace, recited on Mondays and during Shravan for peace and fulfillment of desires.
Krishna Chalisa
A hymn celebrating Lord Krishna's divine leelas and wisdom, recited for prosperity, wisdom, and relief from life's troubles.
Ram Chalisa
Verses in praise of Lord Ram's righteousness and valor, recited for courage, protection, and the removal of life's obstacles.
Ganga Chalisa
Verses honoring Maa Ganga, the sacred river goddess, recited for purification of mind and body, and spiritual cleansing.
Ganesh Chalisa
Forty verses invoking Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles, chanted before new beginnings for wisdom and success.
Gayatri Chalisa
A hymn to Gayatri Mata, mother of the Vedas, recited for enlightenment, inner wisdom, and spiritual awakening.
Durga Chalisa
A powerful hymn to Maa Durga's fierce and protective form, recited during Navratri for strength, courage, and victory over adversity.
Navagraha Chalisa
A hymn to the nine celestial planets (Navagraha), recited to balance planetary influences and reduce astrological doshas.
Bhairav Chalisa
Verses dedicated to Lord Bhairav, the fierce guardian form of Shiva, recited for protection from evil and fearlessness.
Ma Kali Chalisa
A hymn to Maa Kali's fierce protective power, recited for courage, the destruction of negativity, and liberation from fear.
Lakshmi Chalisa
A hymn to Maa Lakshmi, goddess of wealth and prosperity, recited on Fridays and during Diwali for abundance and good fortune.
Vishnu Chalisa
Forty verses in praise of Lord Vishnu, the preserver of the universe, recited for peace, protection, and cosmic balance in life.
Annapurna Chalisa
A hymn to Maa Annapurna, recited for food, nourishment, household prosperity, and devotional observances around Annakut and Diwali.
Khatu Shyam Chalisa
A devotional hymn to Khatu Shyam Ji, recited for faith, hope, relief from difficulties, and surrender to the compassionate Shyam.
Tulsi Chalisa
A hymn honoring Tulsi Mata, especially meaningful during Kartik month, Tulsi Vivah, Vishnu worship, and daily household devotion.
Parvati Chalisa
A devotional hymn to Maa Parvati, recited for Shiva-Parvati devotion, marital harmony, Karwa Chauth observance, and auspicious family life.
Shani Chalisa
Verses dedicated to Shani Dev, recited especially on Saturdays to ease the effects of Shani's dasha and attract justice and discipline.
Sheetala Mata Chalisa
A devotional hymn to Sheetala Mata, recited with prayers for health, calmness, protection, and cooling grace.
Santoshi Mata Chalisa
A hymn to Santoshi Mata, goddess of contentment, recited on Fridays for fulfillment of wishes and inner peace.
Saraswati Chalisa
Verses honoring Maa Saraswati, goddess of knowledge and music, recited by students and artists for wisdom and creative clarity.
Sai Chalisa
Verses in devotion to Sai Baba of Shirdi, recited for faith, patience, and relief from life's hardships.
Surya Chalisa
A hymn to Surya Dev, the sun god, recited at sunrise for health, vitality, and the removal of ailments.