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श्री हनुमान चालीसा - 17th Chaupai - तुम्हरो मंत्र बिभीषन माना । लंकेश्वर भए सब जग जाना ॥

श्री हनुमान चालीसा

The Seventeenth Chaupai: An Infographic

This infographic explores the profound meaning of the seventeenth Chaupai of the Hanuman Chalisa. It highlights Hanuman Ji's immense power and wisdom, which guided Vibhishan to righteousness and ultimately to the throne of Lanka.

चौपाई १७

तुम्हरो मंत्र बिभीषन माना ।
लंकेश्वर भए सब जग जाना ॥

Tumharo Mantra Vibhīshana Mānā.
Lankeshwara Bhaye Saba Jag Jānā.

The Power of Hanuman's Advice (तुम्हरो मंत्र बिभीषन माना)

The first line states that Vibhishan, Ravana's brother, accepted (`mānā`) Hanuman Ji's advice (`mantra`). This signifies Hanuman's profound wisdom and ability to guide a righteous person to the correct path, even amidst unrighteousness.

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तुम्हरो मंत्र

Your Advice

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बिभीषन माना

Vibhishan Accepted

The Reward of Righteousness (लंकेश्वर भए सब जग जाना)

The second line details the ultimate result: Vibhishan was crowned the king of Lanka (`Lankeshwara bhaye`), a fact known to all the world. This shows that the guidance of a spiritual master, when followed with faith, leads to success and a rightful position.

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लंकेश्वर भए

Became King of Lanka

The Formula for Success

This chaupai illustrates a powerful formula for success: guidance from a righteous source, coupled with faith and righteous action. The chart below visualizes the two key components that led to Vibhishan's rise to the throne of Lanka.

The Lesson of Good Counsel

This chaupai teaches that true wisdom is not just in having a good plan, but in having the humility to listen to and follow the advice of a wise, righteous guide. The transformation of Vibhishan is a testament to this principle.

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Good Advice

Hanuman's Mantra

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Acceptance

Vibhishan's Faith

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Success

King of Lanka

🧘 आत्म-चिंतन | Reflection

This chaupai teaches us that listening to good counsel leads to great outcomes. Who is a wise guide in your life whose advice you should heed more often?

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