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Vayu Chalisa
श्री वायु देव चालीसा
Vayu Chalisa Lyrics in English with meaning and benefits. Seek Lord Vayu’s blessings for strength, energy, protection, and spiritual growth.
The Vayu Chalisa is a powerful devotional hymn dedicated to Lord Vayu. Reciting this Chalisa regularly removes obstacles, instills strength and purity, and invites the divine blessings of Lord Vayu into your life. Below is the complete Vayu Chalisa with English transliteration and verse-by-verse English meaning.
Vayu Chalisa Lyrics & Meaning
Roman transliteration for easy chanting. Tap “Meaning” under any verse for the English translation.
Vande Pavana Kumara Prabhu, Surya Teja Prakasha |
Dukha Harana, Sukha Karanam, Bhaktana Ke Avinasha ||
वंदे पवन कुमार प्रभु, सूर्य तेज प्रकाश, दुःख हरन, सुख करनं, भक्तन के अविनाश॥
Meaning
I bow to the Lord of wind (and Pavankumar Hanuman), whose radiance is like the sun. He is the destroyer of grief, the giver of joy, and the eternal protector of his devotees.
Jai Jai Vayu Deva Mahadeva, Shakti Samudra, Ananta Seva ||
जय जय वायु देव महादेवा, शक्ति समुद्र, अनंत सेवा॥
Meaning
Victory, victory to the great wind deity, the ocean of power, served eternally!
Pavana Rupa Jagata Hitakari, Tridasha Mandala Mangalakari ||
पवन रूप जगत हितकारी, त्रिदश मंडल मंगलकारी॥
Meaning
In the form of wind, you benefit the entire world, bringing auspiciousness to the celestial realms.
Shuddha Pavana Tanu Ati Sundara, Gati Se Teja Gagana Mandara ||
शुद्ध पवन तनु अति सुंदर, गति से तेज गगन मंदर॥
Meaning
Your form as pure air is extremely beautiful, moving faster than the wind through the celestial skies.
Brahmanda Mein Goonje Guna Gatha, Bhaktana Ke Haro Saba Vyatha ||
ब्रह्मांड में गूंजे गुण गाथा, भक्तन के हरो सब व्यथा॥
Meaning
Your glorious praises echo across the universe. Please remove all the sufferings of your devotees.
Surya Mandala Teja Tumhara, Chandra Jyoti Tumhari Chhara ||
सूर्य मंडल तेज तुम्हारा, चंद्र ज्योति तुम्हारी छारा॥
Meaning
Your brilliance is in the solar sphere, and the cool light of the moon is your reflection.
Vishva Gati Ke Tuma Ho Karta, Jeeva Prana Ke Tuma Ho Data ||
विश्व गति के तुम हो कर्ता, जीव प्राण के तुम हो दाता॥
Meaning
You are the cause of all cosmic motion, and you are the giver of the life force (Prana) to all living beings.
Indra Samet Deva Saba Gaven, Vayu Stuti Nita Hi Sunaven ||
इंद्र समेत देव सब गावें, वायु स्तुति नित ही सुनावें॥
Meaning
All the gods, including Lord Indra, sing your glories and recite the Vayu hymn daily.
Soma Rasa Jo Tumhin Pivaven, Brahmarshi Saba Dhyana Lagaven ||
सोम रस जो तुम्हीं पिवावें, ब्रह्मर्षि सब ध्यान लगावें॥
Meaning
You are the one who partakes of the Soma juice, and all the great sages meditate upon you.
Prana Vayu Ho Jeevana Data, Jeeva Bhakti Vachana Vidhata ||
प्राण वायु हो जीवन दाता, जीव भक्ति वचन विधाता॥
Meaning
As the vital breath, you are the giver of life, guiding the speech and devotion of living beings.
Pavana Tanaya Hanumata Tumhara, Bhaktana Ke Tuma Hita Ujjwala ||
पवन तनय हनुमत तुम्हारा, भक्तन के तुम हित उज्ज्वला॥
Meaning
The son of the wind, Lord Hanuman, is your child, who brings bright blessings and protection to all devotees.
Brahma Vishnu Mahesha Vichare, Vayu Mahima Koti Nihare ||
ब्रह्माग विष्णु महेश विचारे, वायु महिमा कोटि निहारे॥
Meaning
Even Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva contemplate and witness your countless glories, O Vayudev.
Asta Digpala Namrata Jaye, Bhaktana Ke Tuma Kasta Mitaye ||
अष्ट दिग्पाल नम्रत जाए, भक्तन के तुम कष्ट मिटाए॥
Meaning
The guardians of the eight directions bow before you, who removes the troubles of all devotees.
Veda Stuti Nita Hi Tumhari, Riga, Yajura, Sama Ho Pyari ||
वेद स्तुति नित ही तुम्हारी, ऋग, यजुर, साम हो प्यारी॥
Meaning
The Vedas continuously sing your praises; the Rig, Yajur, and Sama Vedas are dear to you.
Mahapralaya Jaba Aaye Sanhara, Vayu Hi Kare Jagata Uddhara ||
महाप्रलय जब आए संहार, वायु ही करे जगत उद्धार॥
Meaning
When the great dissolution (Mahapralaya) brings destruction, it is the wind that helps in the renewal and salvation of the universe.
Bhakti Jahan Tumharo Vasa, Shakti Dete Dukha Ko Nasha ||
भक्ति जहां तुम्हारो वासा, शक्ति देते दुःख को नाशा॥
Meaning
Wherever there is devotion, you reside there, granting strength and destroying all sorrows.
Jai Jai Jai Anila Prabhudaya, Charana Sharana Dehu Kripamaya ||
जय जय जय अनिल प्रभुदया, चरण शरण देहु कृपामाया॥
Meaning
Victory, victory, victory to Lord Anil (wind), the merciful lord! Please grant me shelter at your feet, O compassionate one.
Jeeva Hitaya Karuna Apara, Vayu Deva Saba Sukha Ke Datara ||
जीव हिताय करुणा अपार, वायु देव सब सुख के दातार॥
Meaning
For the welfare of all beings, you hold infinite compassion. Lord Vayu is the bestower of all happiness.
Shakti Prada Tuma Mahaprakashi, Vighna Vinashaka Teja Vilasi ||
शक्ति प्रद तुम महाप्रकाशी, विघ्न विनाशक तेज विलासी॥
Meaning
You are the giver of strength, highly effulgent, the destroyer of obstacles, sporting in your radiant glory.
Koti Surya Pratapa Tumhara, Koti Chandra Jyoti Nihara ||
कोटि सूर्य प्रताप तुम्हारा, कोटि चंद्र ज्योति निहारा॥
Meaning
Your power is equivalent to millions of suns, and your grace is cool like millions of moons.
Mahabali Mahavega Avinashi, Jeeva Jeevana Ke Ho Prakashi ||
महाबली महावेग अविनाशी, जीव जीवन के हो प्रकाशी॥
Meaning
O immensely strong, fast, and indestructible Lord, you are the illuminator of the life of all beings.
Mandira Mein Tuma Pujana Paven, Shuddha Hridaya Jo Tumhein Gaven ||
मंदिर में तुम पूजन पावें, शुद्ध हृदय जो तुम्हें गावें॥
Meaning
You receive worship in temples, and you bless those who sing your praises with a heart full of purity.
Hari Ke Sanga Vayu Prasanna, Bhaktana Para Ho Kripa Ananna ||
हरि के संग वायु प्रसन्न, भक्तन पर हो कृपा अनन्न॥
Meaning
Along with Lord Hari (Vishnu), Vayu remains pleased, bestowing infinite grace on all devotees.
Bala Buddhi Aura Shakti Vidhata, Bhaktana Ke Saba Bhaya Harata ||
बल बुद्धि और शक्ति विधाता, भक्तन के सब भय हरता॥
Meaning
The creator of strength, intellect, and power, you remove all fears of your devotees.
Jai Jai Jai Vayu Maharaja, Tuma Ho Jaga Mein Ati Viraja ||
जय जय जय वायु महाराजा, तुम हो जग में अति विराजा॥
Meaning
Victory, victory, victory to the sovereign Lord Vayu! You shine gloriously throughout the world.
Vayu Deva Ke Guna Gaven, Jeevana Mein Hara Sukha Paven |
Dukha Na Aave, Roga Na Vyape, Bhakta Sada Ananda Manave ||
वायु देव के गुण गावें, जीवन में हर सुख पावें, दुःख न आवे, रोग न व्यापे, भक्त सदा आनंद मनावे॥
Meaning
Singing the praises of the wind deity brings all happiness in life. No sorrow enters, no disease afflicts, and the devotee always enjoys supreme bliss.
Benefits of Reciting the Vayu Chalisa
- Vital Energy & Prana Control: Promotes lung capacity, respiratory health, and flow of Prana (life-breath) in the body.
- Mental Agility & Wisdom: Lord Vayu is the god of movement and thought; chanting His Chalisa enhances concentration and swift learning.
- Removal of Blockages & Weaknesses: Bestows swiftness, speed, and physical vigor, removing lethargy.
When and How to Chant the Vayu Chalisa
To chant the Vayu Dev Chalisa:
- Sit in a clean, open space (like a balcony or near a window) with fresh air circulation.
- Sit facing Northwest (the direction of Vayudev).
- Close your eyes and take five deep breaths (Pranayama) before starting the recitation.
- Offer white flowers, fruits, or camphor to the Lord.
- Recite the Chalisa with steady breathing, visualizing pure vital energy filling your body.
About Lord Vayu
Lord Vayu, also known as Pavandev, Anil, or Vata, is the Vedic deity of wind, air, and the breath of life. He is the guardian of the Northwest direction (Ashta-Digpala). Known for his immense speed and power, He rides a deer (representing swift movement) and holds a flag. As the cosmic breath of the universe, Lord Vayu is also the father of great epic heroes like Hanuman in the Ramayana and Bhima in the Mahabharata.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are Lord Vayu’s famous sons?
Lord Hanuman and Bhima are considered the spiritual sons of Lord Vayu, inheriting His speed, immense strength, and air-related abilities.
What does Vayu represent in the human body?
In the human body, Lord Vayu represents Prana (the breath of life) and the nervous system/internal movements (Vyana, Samana, Apana, Udana).
Why does Vayu Dev ride a deer?
He rides a deer (Hari/Kurunga) because the deer is a symbol of speed, alertness, gentleness, and grace, mirroring the characteristics of wind.
॥ ॐ श्री वायुदेवाय नमः ॥ • ॥ जय पवन देव ॥