Sri Rama Dootha Anjaneya Stotram (Ram Ram Ram Raktavarnam)
Sri Rama Dootha Anjaneya Stotram (Ram Ram Ram Raktavarnam)
श्री राम दूत आञ्जनेय स्तोत्रम् (रं रं रं रक्तवर्णम्)
रं रं रं रक्तवर्णं दिनकरवदनं तीक्ष्णदंष्ट्राकरालं
रं रं रं रम्यतेजं गिरिचलनकरं कीर्तिपञ्चादि वक्त्रम् ।
रं रं रं राजयोगं सकलशुभनिधिं सप्तभेतालभेद्यं
रं रं रं राक्षसान्तं सकलदिशयशं रामदूतं नमामि ॥ 1 ॥
खं खं खं खड्गहस्तं विषज्वरहरणं वेदवेदाङ्गदीपं
खं खं खं खड्गरूपं त्रिभुवननिलयं देवतासुप्रकाशम् ।
खं खं खं कल्पवृक्षं मणिमयमकुटं माय मायास्वरूपं
खं खं खं कालचक्रं सकलदिशयशं रामदूतं नमामि ॥ 2 ॥
इं इं इं इन्द्रवन्द्यं जलनिधिकलनं सौम्यसाम्राज्यलाभं
इं इं इं सिद्धियोगं नतजनसदयं आर्यपूज्यार्चिताङ्गम् ।
इं इं इं सिंहनादं अमृतकरतलं आदिअन्त्यप्रकाशं
इं इं इं चित्स्वरूपं सकलदिशयशं रामदूतं नमामि ॥ 3 ॥
सं सं सं साक्षिभूतं विकसितवदनं पिङ्गलाक्षं सुरक्षं
सं सं सं सत्यगीतं सकलमुनिनुतं शास्त्रसम्पत्करीयम् ।
सं सं सं सामवेदं निपुण सुललितं नित्यतत्त्वस्वरूपं
सं सं सं सावधानं सकलदिशयशं रामदूतं नमामि ॥ 4 ॥
हं हं हं हंसरूपं स्फुटविकटमुखं सूक्ष्मसूक्ष्मावतारं
हं हं हं अन्तरात्मं रविशशिनयनं रम्यगम्भीरभीमम् ।
हं हं हं अट्टहासं सुरवरनिलयं ऊर्ध्वरोमं करालं
हं हं हं हंसहंसं सकलदिशयशं रामदूतं नमामि ॥ 5 ॥
इति श्री रामदूत स्तोत्रम् ॥
About This Stotram
Sri Rama Dootha Anjaneya Stotram (Ram Ram Ram Raktavarnam)
Sanskrit Title: श्री राम दूत आञ्जनेय स्तोत्रम् (रं रं रं रक्तवर्णम्)
IAST Transliteration:
Overview
This stotram is significant for its direct invocation of Lord Hanuman, the devoted servant and messenger of Lord Rama. The repetitive use of 'Ram' in the title and the initial verse, along with the description of Hanuman's powerful and formidable form ('Raktavarnam' - red-hued, 'Teejnadamshtrakaralam' - with sharp teeth, 'Girichalanakaram' - capable of moving mountains), emphasizes his immense power and his unwavering dedication to Rama. Reciting this stotram is believed to invoke Hanuman's protective presence, grant strength to overcome challenges, and foster devotion towards Lord Rama. The stotram highlights Hanuman's multifaceted nature: his fierce aspect for vanquishing enemies and his benevolent aspect as a bestower of auspiciousness and a master of yogic powers ('Rajayogam').
Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Deity | Lord Hanuman |
| Author | Unknown |
| Type | Stotram |
| Category | Stotram |
| Number of Verses | 5 |
| Origin | The origin of this specific stotram, 'Sri Rama Dootha Anjaneya Stotram (Ram Ram Ram Raktavarnam)', is not definitively traced to a single ancient scripture or purana. It appears to be a devotional hymn composed in praise of Lord Hanuman, specifically in his role as the messenger of Lord Rama. Such stotrams often emerge from the rich tradition of Bhakti literature, where devotees compose hymns to express their adoration and seek blessings from their chosen deity. The mention of 'Vedic Tithi' as a source suggests it is part of a collection of Vedic and devotional literature, but not necessarily an excerpt from a primary Vedic text. Its composition date is unknown. |
Benefits of Recitation
- Protection from negative energies
- Success in endeavors
- Courage and strength
- Removal of obstacles
- Attainment of Rama's grace
Best Time to Recite
Morning, Evening, Hanuman Jayanti, Rama Navami, or whenever facing difficulties or seeking strength and protection.
Historical Context
The stotram belongs to the tradition of devotional hymnology in Hinduism, which flourished particularly during the Bhakti movement. While specific historical details about its composition and author are unavailable, it reflects the widespread veneration of Lord Hanuman across India. Hanuman's exploits, as narrated in the Ramayana, have inspired countless devotional works. The stotram's language and structure are typical of Sanskrit devotional literature, aiming to evoke the deity's divine attributes and inspire faith in the devotee. The source 'Vedic Tithi' indicates its inclusion in a compendium of spiritual texts, suggesting it has been preserved and disseminated within devotional circles.
Alternate Names
- Sri Rama Dootha Anjaneya Stotram
- Ram Ram Ram Raktavarnam Stotram
Related Stotrams
- Hanuman Chalisa
- Bajrang Baan
- Anjaneya Dandakam
- Sri Hanuman Ashtakam
Last Updated: 2025-12-01