What are the 5 faces of Panch Mukhi Hanuman?

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Sri Panchmukhi Hanuman is a significant deity in our Guru Parampara. Refers to the five-faced Hanuman.

Face 1

Significance: Virtue to the mind and achievement. Removes flaws of wrongdoing and provides Chitta Suddhi (purification of the mind).

East (Sri Hanuman Mukha)

Face 2 

Significance: Concedes victory and courage. Eliminates the fear of adversaries.

South (Narasimha Mukha)

Face 3 

Significance: Removes black magic and poisons. Drives away evil spells and harmful effects in one's body.

West (Garuda Mukha)

Face 4

Significance: Showers prosperity and wealth. Protects from the ill effects of planets, bringing Ashta Aishwarya (eight-fold prosperity).

North (Varaha Mukha)

Face 5

Significance: Provides knowledge, victory, good spouse, and descendants. Typically oriented upwards and appears over Hanuman's face.

Sky (Hayagriva Mukha)

Rituals and Worship

Devotees worship Panchmukhi Hanuman for specific blessings. Rituals include reciting Hanuman Chalisa and offering flowers and prasad.

Conclusion

Sri Panchmukhi Hanuman embodies different facets for spiritual and worldly blessings. His five faces offer unique significance, making him a revered deity in our tradition.

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