Mangal Chalisa
The Mangal Chalisa is a devotional hymn to Lord Mangal (Mars), praising the red planet's power to remove obstacles, cure afflictions, and grant courage. Recited on Tuesdays during Mangal Mahadasha or challenging Mars transits, it is a key Vedic astrology remedy for Mangal dosha and karmic strength.

Doha
जय-जय मंगल मोर, कृपा करो गुरु देव। संकट सब हर हरो, करि मंगल सदा सेव॥
Jai-Jai Mangal Mor, Kripa Karo Guru Dev | Sankat Sab Har Haro, Kari Mangal Sada Seva ||
Victory to Mangal, my lord; show mercy, O Guru Dev. Remove all troubles and ever grant auspicious service.
Chaupai 1
जय मंगल ग्रह मुनि पूजित, शुभ फल दायक नाथ। धातु रुधिर अधिदेव तम, शरणागत करे त्राण॥
Jai Mangal Grah Muni Poojit, Shubh Phal Dayak Naath | Dhaatu Rudhir Adhidev Tam, Sharnagat Kare Traan ||
Glory to Mangal, worshipped by sages, giver of auspicious fruit. Lord of metals and blood, protector of those who seek refuge.
Chaupai 2
रक्तवर्ण तन सुंदर, मस्तक मुकुट विराजत। गदाहस्त त्रिनयन मनोहर, मंगल शुभफलदायक॥
Raktavarn Tan Sundar, Mastak Mukut Viraajat | Gadaahast Trinayan Manohar, Mangal Shubhphaldyak ||
Beautiful red-hued body, crown adorning the head; mace in hand, three-eyed and charming, Mangal giver of good fortune.
Chaupai 3
अमित तेज, बल, मोह नाशक, पिंगल तन अति शोभित। धरणी पुत्र अति, वैभवशाली, पाप-ताप सब हर्ता॥
Amit Tej, Bal, Moh Naashak, Pingal Tan Ati Shobhit | Dharani Putra Ati, Vaibhavashaali, Paap-Taap Sab Harta ||
Boundless radiance, strength, destroyer of delusion; golden body resplendent, son of Earth, wealthy, remover of sin and suffering.
Chaupai 4
अस्त्र, शस्त्र, गदा धारण कर, रजत सिंह पर सवार। सप्त धातु का हो प्रदाता, वैद्य, विद्या सुधाकर॥
Astr, Shastr, Gada Dhaaran Kar, Rajat Singh Par Savaar | Sapt Dhaatu Ka Ho Pradata, Vaidya, Vidya Sudhakar ||
Bearing weapons, mace, riding a silver lion; giver of seven metals, physician, nectar of knowledge.
Chaupai 5
न्यायप्रिय, धर्मरत, भूतिहारी, मंद गति से विख्यात। कुंडली दोष, अशुभ प्रभाव, जीवन में सब हरता॥
Nyaaypriya, Dharmarat, Bhootihaari, Mand Gati Se Vikhyat | Kundali Dosh, Ashubh Prabhaav, Jeevan Mein Sab Harta ||
Lover of justice, devoted to dharma, remover of ghosts, famed for slow motion; removes horoscope defects and inauspicious influences from life.
Chaupai 6
राजस्थान पूजित शिरोमणि, गुरु ग्रह का आभासक। भक्त जनों का संकट हरते, तुम शुभ मंगलकारी॥
Rajasthan Poojit Shiromani, Guru Grah Ka Aabhaasak | Bhakt Janon Ka Sankat Harte, Tum Shubh Mangalkaari ||
Crown jewel worshipped in Rajasthan, reflection of Jupiter; you remove devotees' troubles, auspicious Mangal.
Chaupai 7
बुद्धिवर्धक, ज्ञानदायक, धर्म-अर्थ-काम प्रदायक। तृण-ताप, विपदा हरो, करि सुखदायक मंगल॥
Buddhivardhak, Gyanadayak, Dharm-Arth-Kaam Pradayak | Trina-Taap, Vipada Haro, Kari Sukhadayak Mangal ||
Enhancer of intellect, giver of knowledge, bestower of dharma, wealth and desire; remove grass-like sorrows and calamities, grant joy, O Mangal.
Chaupai 8
महाबली वीर विक्रम, तापत्रय हरो अपार। मंगल ग्रह की कृपा से, सकल मंगल हो साधन॥
Mahabali Veer Vikram, Taapatray Haro Apaar | Mangal Grah Ki Kripa Se, Sakal Mangal Ho Saadhan ||
Mighty heroic warrior, boundless remover of threefold suffering; by Mangal's grace all auspicious goals are achieved.
Chaupai 9
रोग-क्लेश, पीड़ा हरो, विद्या-बुद्धि बढ़ाओ। शत्रु, समस्त भय हरो, मंगल मूर्ति विराजो॥
Rog-Klesh, Peeda Haro, Vidya-Buddhi Badhaao | Shatru, Samast Bhay Haro, Mangal Moorti Viraajo ||
Remove disease, affliction and pain; increase learning and wisdom; destroy enemies and all fear; O Mangal, be manifest.
Chaupai 10
रूद्र रूप धर, दानव दलन, आप विनाशक दुष्ट। शत्रु नाश, भय निवारण, मंगल भव भय हर्ता॥
Rudra Roop Dhar, Daanav Dalan, Aap Vinaashak Dusht | Shatru Naash, Bhay Nivaran, Mangal Bhav Bhay Harta ||
Taking Rudra's form, destroyer of demons and the wicked; slayer of enemies, remover of fear, Mangal who ends worldly terror.
Chaupai 11
धीर, वीर, मंगल रूप, संकट में संगी। मंगलग्रह की कृपा से, सब मनोरथ पूर हो॥
Dheer, Veer, Mangal Roop, Sankat Mein Sangi | Mangalgrah Ki Kripa Se, Sab Manorath Poor Ho ||
Steadfast, heroic Mangal form, companion in crisis; by Mangal graha's grace all desires are fulfilled.
Chaupai 12
शिव के चरणों में शीश नवायें, सुर मुनिजन वन्दित। मंगल ग्रह कृपा करें, भक्त जीवन सफल हो॥
Shiv Ke Charanon Mein Sheesh Navaayen, Sur Munijan Vandit | Mangal Grah Kripa Karen, Bhakt Jeevan Safal Ho ||
Bow your head at Shiva's feet, worshipped by gods and sages; may Mangal graha bless devotees' lives with success.
Chaupai 13
विघ्न, विपत्ति, संकट हरो, शुभ मंगल करि। मंगल चालीसा जो पढ़े, सब संकट से मुक्त हो॥
Vighn, Vipatti, Sankat Haro, Shubh Mangal Kari | Mangal Chalisa Jo Padhe, Sab Sankat Se Mukt Ho ||
Remove obstacles, calamities and crises; grant auspicious Mangal; whoever reads Mangal Chalisa is freed from all troubles.
Doha
जय-जय मंगल मोर, कृपा करो गुरु देव। संकट सब हर हरो, करि मंगल सदा सेव॥
Jai-Jai Mangal Mor, Kripa Karo Guru Dev | Sankat Sab Har Haro, Kari Mangal Sada Seva ||
Victory to Mangal, my lord; show mercy, O Guru Dev. Remove all troubles and ever grant auspicious service.
About Mangal Chalisa
Mangal Chalisa is one of the most revered devotional hymns in the Hindu tradition, dedicated to Lord Mangal (Mars). Recited by millions of devotees, it invokes divine grace, mental steadiness, and protection from negative influences.
- Planetary Remedy for Mars (Mangal): In Vedic astrology, this hymn is widely recommended during Mars (Mangal) Mahadasha, Antardasha, or challenging transits to harmonize planetary energy and reduce karmic pressure.
Benefits of Recitation
- Pacifies Mangal dosha, Kuja afflictions, and malefic Mars transits
- Grants courage, physical strength, and victory over enemies
- Removes obstacles in marriage, property, and career linked to Mars
- Traditionally recited on Tuesday with red flowers and sindoor offerings
Best Time and Method
Recite on Tuesday (Mangal's day), ideally at sunrise. Offer red flowers, sindoor, jaggery, and light a ghee lamp. A 40-day continuous recitation is traditionally prescribed for Mangal dosha relief.
Astrological Significance
Regular recitation aligns the mind with dharmic discipline — the foundation of all Vedic remedies. Pair this practice with honest conduct, seva (selfless service), and consistency rather than fear-based ritual alone.