10 Interesting Facts About Lord Hanuma

Lord Hanuman is known as the monkey god, as he is depicted with the head of a monkey and the body of a human.

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He is one of the central characters in the Hindu epic, Ramayana, and is known for his unwavering devotion to Lord Rama.

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Lord Hanuman is said to have the power to change his size at will, and is often depicted as a giant towering over buildings or as small as a bee.

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He is also known for his incredible strength, and is often depicted lifting mountains or throwing them into the sea.

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Lord Hanuman is said to be able to fly, and is often depicted with a magical white flag that enables him to do so.

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He is also known for his intelligence, and is said to have learned all the Vedas and scriptures from the sun god himself.

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Lord Hanuman is revered by millions of people in India and other parts of the world, and is worshiped as a symbol of courage, devotion, and strength.

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Lord Hanuman is also known for his compassion and kindness, and is said to have a soft spot for children and the innocent.

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He is often depicted with a mace or gada in his hand, which symbolizes his strength and power.

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