The Hanuman Chalisa is a revered Hindu devotional hymn dedicated to Lord Hanuman, composed by the poet-saint Tulsidas in the 16th century. Written in Awadhi, a dialect of Hindi, the Hanuman Chalisa consists of 40 verses (chalisa means "forty") that praise Hanuman's strength, devotion, wisdom, and courage. Reciting the Hanuman Chalisa is believed to bring protection, strength, and peace of mind. Its meaning goes beyond literal translation—each verse carries deep spiritual symbolism, reflecting the values of selfless service and unwavering faith.