Why families keep a Hanuman idol
Lord Hanuman is worshipped for strength, courage, devotion and protection. Tuesdays and Saturdays are traditionally dedicated to him, and many families recite the Hanuman Chalisa daily.
Direction and placement
- South-facing: many Vastu practitioners recommend a Hanuman idol or image facing south.
- Mandir: placing him in the home mandir in the north-east is also common for daily worship.
- Entrance: a Panchmukhi Hanuman image is traditionally placed facing the main door for protection.
- Avoid: bedrooms, under staircases and near bathrooms.
Which form to keep at home
| Form | Traditional view |
|---|---|
| Sitting / meditative Hanuman | Calm and devotional; well suited to homes |
| Blessing Hanuman (Abhaya) | Protection and courage |
| Ram Bhakt Hanuman (with Ram Darbar) | Devotion; often kept with the Ram Darbar |
| Panchmukhi Hanuman | Protection; often at the entrance |
| Hanuman carrying the mountain | Strength and healing; often in workplaces |
Simple worship
- Light a diya with ghee or sesame oil on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
- Offer red flowers, sindoor and jaggery-chana or boondi.
- Recite the Hanuman Chalisa.
- Keep the idol and area clean.
Hanuman Jayanti and Tuesday traditions
Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated in Chaitra in most of North India, while some regions celebrate it in other months, such as Margashirsha in parts of South India. Many devotees fast on Tuesdays, offer sindoor mixed with jasmine oil, and recite the Hanuman Chalisa or Sunderkand. A clean, steady place for the idol and a simple weekly routine are more important than elaborate rituals.
Choosing your idol
A brass Hanuman Ji idol is durable and traditional; the brass Ram Darbar brings Shri Ram, Sita, Lakshman and Hanuman together. Every Ethenic Handicrafts order ships free across India.
