Untold Tales of Hanuman's Marital Mysteries: Revealing Rare Legends
As per authentic texts like 'Valmiki Ramayana,' 'Shiva Purana,' and 'Vishnu Purana,' Hanuman vowed celibacy and abstained from marriage and relationships.
Hanuman's Vow
Folk tales mention Hanuman's marriage to Suvarchala, created by Suryadev to aid Hanuman's education, yet they maintained celibacy.
Suvarchala, the Sun's Daughter
The 'Markandeya Purana' presents a contradictory account, describing Suvarchala as one of Surya's wives and Hanuman as their son.
Contradiction in Texts
Despite debates, a temple named "Sri Suvarchala Sahitha Hanuman" in Andhra Pradesh reflects belief in Hanuman's marriage to Suvarchala.
Andhra Pradesh Temple
In the Thai version of Ramayana, Suvarnamacha, Ravana's daughter, encounters Hanuman, but this narrative lacks acceptance in Indian Hindu beliefs.
Suvarnamacha - Ravana's Daughter:
Folk tales mention Hanuman's marriage to Anangakusum, Ravana's niece, yet these stories lack authenticity in traditional scriptures.
Anangakusum - Ravana's Niece:
Another tale suggests Varun Dev offering his daughter's hand, Satyavati, in marriage to Hanuman, respecting his victory.
Satyavati - Varun's Daughter:
The story of Hanuman's son, Makardhwaja, born from a drop of Hanuman's sweat that a fish consumed, is part of the 'Adhabhut Ramayana.'
Makardhwaja - Hanuman's Son:
Various stories and folklore depict various marital relationships of Hanuman, adding diverse layers to his mythological character, although not in line with texts such as Valmiki's Ramayana.