Reciting the Hanuman Chalisa is believed to be a sure way to appease Lord Hanuman and gain protection from fear and negativity but there are specific rules and times when this recitation is strictly prohibited according to astrological and religious texts. The most significant restriction is during the Sutak period which follows the death of a family member and renders the household ritually impure for a certain number of days usually thirteen. During this time devotees are strictly advised not to touch the idol of the deity or recite any holy verses including the Hanuman Chalisa as it is considered inappropriate to perform worship while the home is under the influence of Sutak.Purity of the body and mind is the fundamental requirement for worshipping Bajrangbali and therefore one must never attempt to read the Chalisa without taking a bath or while wearing dirty clothes. It is also explicitly stated that those who have consumed alcohol or non vegetarian food must refrain from reciting the prayer as Lord Hanuman is a symbol of absolute satvik discipline and engaging in worship in such a state can lead to adverse effects or the prayer being rejected. Additionally experts suggest that one should not leave the recitation midway or read it in a haste without focusing on the meaning of the words as this disrespects the text.There is also a prevalent belief regarding specific situations where women are advised to pause their recitation routine such as during their menstrual cycle to maintain the high standards of cleanliness associated with the deity. Furthermore carrying feelings of anger jealousy or engaging in immoral deeds while chanting the verses defeats the purpose of the prayer which demands a heart full of devotion and righteousness. Adhering to these prohibitions ensures that the devotee approaches Lord Hanuman with the correct conduct helping them receive the full spiritual benefits of the Chalisa without committing any inadvertent mistakes.
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