In Hindu Religious history, Hanuman, the devoted and powerful monkey god, is not generally associated with marriage. He is primarily revered for his unwavering devotion to Lord Rama and his remarkable feats of strength, agility, and loyalty as depicted in the Indian epic, the Ramayana. There is no traditional account of Hanuman’s marriage in the core Hindu scriptures or legends.
However, there are regional folk stories and beliefs that mention Hanuman’s marriage in some variations. These stories are not part of the mainstream Hindu religious history but are often part of local folklore. Here’s a brief overview of a common folk version of Hanuman’s marriage:
In some versions of the story:
- Hanuman is approached by a beautiful female deity or princess who wishes to marry him. She is often depicted as a form of Goddess Parvati or an apsara (celestial nymph).
- Hanuman politely declines the proposal, explaining his eternal dedication to Lord Rama and how he considers all women as his own mother, thus making marriage incompatible with his devotion.
- Impressed by Hanuman’s steadfast devotion and purity, the deity or princess transforms herself into a small, humble insect (usually a female ant) and enters Hanuman’s mouth to be close to him.
- In some variations of the story, this act is seen as a divine union, symbolizing Hanuman’s purity and dedication.
It’s important to note that these stories of Hanuman’s marriage are not found in the ancient Hindu scriptures like the Ramayana or Mahabharata, and they may vary in details depending on regional traditions. Hanuman is primarily venerated for his selfless devotion, loyalty, and exceptional qualities rather than his marital status in mainstream Hinduism.s