7 Chiranjeevi name: The warriors of Kaliyug.

In the article based on God Kalki, titled When Kalki avatar will be born on earth, we saw the mention of 7 Chiranjeevi names, who will help God Kalki to fight against Kali Purusha. So, continuing from there, we will learn about them in detail in this article. 

What are the 7 Chiranjeevi names everyone must know? 

Ashwatthama, Mahabali, Vibhishana, Kripacharya, Hanuman Parashurama, and Ved Vyasa are the 7 Chiranjeevi name that everyone must know. They are the most powerful people who will be seen during the war between God Kalki and Kali Purusha. Let us know about each one by one.

Knowing about each Chiranjeevis in detail :

Below are the list of the 7 Chiranjeevis who will help God Kalki in defeating Kali Purush and also finish the Kaliyuga.

God Hanuman:

The demigod, son of Vayu Dev, is known for his immense strength and capability for achieving the impossible. He is the son of Anjana and Kesari (king of monkeys). His journey is seen as the moral in today's life, and following the right path along with the right mentor can help you achieve more than impossibilities. The first Chiranjeevi is known to be alive today for the promise he made to God Rama, for staying back on earth, and for assisting God Kalki in defeating Kali Purusha. Below are some points about God Hanuman's life that teach many things.

• Immortal :

Known as the rudra avatar of God Shiva, is born to Anjana and Kesari. He is also known as Pawan Putra Hanuman. He is blessed with immortality to live ages.

• The superpower and devotion:

When he was a child, he mistook the sun for the Fruit and tried to swallow it. It is one of the famous incidents that shows his potential and superpower with devotion.

• The dedication towards God Rama:

Known as the supreme devotee of God, Rama often used his name for immense strength and power. His dedication shows that his selfless services teach us the power of surrounding ourselves to a higher purpose.

• Intelligent and very knowledgeable:

God Hanuman is not only strong but also known for using his intelligence and being good at scriptures, showing the importance of balancing strength with full wisdom.

• No fear:

Without any help, he single-handedly burnt down the whole of Lanka with his burning tail, showing his courage and dharma to take over the evil.

• Humbleness:

Known to be very powerful, Hanuman ji is known for his humble nature despite having so much power. It is the part of Hanuman ji that teaches that true strength is lying in humility.

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• Faith power:

When he was asked to cross the ocean and meet Sita Maa in Lanka, he just took Ram's name and grew giant. Then, he crossed the ocean in one leap.

• Ashta Siddhis and Nava Nidhis Master:

Hanuman Ji is known to be blessed by Siatmaa with 8 supernatural powers (Ashta Siddhis) and also nine treasures ( Nava Nidhis), which shows that divine blessings come to you with selfless -services.

• No fear:

Without any help, he single-handedly burnt down the whole of Lanka with his burning tail, showing his courage and dharma to take over the evil.

• Humbleness:

Known to be very powerful, Hanuman ji is known for his humble nature despite having so much power. It is the part of Hanuman ji that teaches that true strength is lying in humility.

• Faith power:

When he was asked to cross the ocean and meet Sita Maa in Lanka, he just took Ram's name and grew giant. Then, he crossed the ocean in one leap.

• Ashta Siddhis and Nava Nidhis Master:

Hanuman Ji is known to be blessed by Siatmaa with 8 supernatural powers (Ashta Siddhis) and also nine treasures ( Nava Nidhis), which shows that divine blessings come to you with selfless -services.

• Protector of positive energy:

It is believed that reciting Hanuman Chalisa helps remove fear, evil energies, and other planetary troubles, showing his role as the divine protector.

• Selfless Services:

Hanuman Ji is known for choosing work instead of expecting rewards and other planetary troubles, which shows the role of the divine protector.

Ashwathama – The Cursed Warrior

If you have watched the movie Kalki, you must have the idea of Ashwathama, played by Amitabh Bachchan. Yes, Ashwathama is the son of Guru Dronacharya ( guru of Pandavas and Kauravas) and a blessed warrior. He is still alive today, wandering the Himalayas and waiting for the incarnation of God Kalki. Given below are some things about his life.

• Immortal:

He is immortal and is said to be the incarnation of God Shiva. He is the son of Guru Dronacharya, a great teacher and warrior. He took part in the Mahabharata war and is alive today.

• Meaning of the name:

His name means Horse voiced, someone with the horse's strength and energy. He has a divine gem given by God Shiva placed on his forehead. His gem is known to be his source of power.

• Wrong deed:

As the great Mahabharat was ending, the Kauravas were losing. Ashwathama wants to take revenge on Pandavas, as they kill his father by deceiving him. So, he secretly entered the Pandava camp to destroy the Pandavas. But mistakenly, he killed the five sons of Pandavas. 

And by attacking at night, he also breaks the rule of war.After returning, the Pandavas found their son dead, and this made them angry. They all decided to punish Ashwathama, and that scared him.

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• The Aftermath:

Then, Ashwathama used  Brahmashirastra and fired on the Pandavas. In return, Arjuna used the same weapon. God Krishna stopped both warriors, and Arjun stopped his Brahmashirastra, but Ashwathama didn't know how to prevent the weapon.

• The curse:

Ashwathama, still angry, turned the direction of the weapon to Uttara, and it killed her unborn child. It made God Krishna angry. God Krishna cursed him and said you will suffer from pain and suffering. Also, his divine gem was removed, and he will wander alone until the end of Kaliyuga.

Parashurama

One of the most feared incarnations of God Vishnu is Parashurama. He is also the guru of Karna, Bheesma and many others. He will also train God Kalki in war and politics. Let us know more about his life from the points given below:

• Early Life:

He is the son of Renuka and great sage Jamadagni. His name means Rama with an axe. He has a mighty axe called Parashu. He was born in Dvapara Yuga, where many powerful kings ruled the earth.

• His childhood:

Parashurama was strong, intelligent, and devoted to his parents since his childhood. He was the protector of weak ones and fought against evils. He did prayers to impress God Shiva. Then Shiva ji gave him a magical axe and trained him to be a warrior.

• His mission:

Kartavirya Arjuna, one of the proudy Kshatriya kings, attacked his house and killed his father, Jamadagni. Due to his anger and hate towards the whole Kshatriya clan, she destroyed the entire Kshatriya clan 21 times.

• Justice :

He was a justice lover and never misused his power. Despite being a fiece warrior, he always stood for justice. He taught people that one should protect the weak and not dominate them.

• Land of Kerala:

Many sources say that Parashurama created the regions of Konkan, Malabar and Kerela. After the war, he thought of making a peaceful place where people could live. So he threw his axe into the sea, and the water moved back, revealing new land. This land became Kerala, a beautiful region of India.

• Future

Parashurama will help Kalki in future. He will train him in war and politics. He will destroy evil and also restore peace. 

The Story of King Mahabali and the Festival of Onam

Mahbali, also known as Bali, was the son of Devamba and Virochana. He was the last ruler of Daitya Kindom, which is now known as Kerela.

He was not only strong but also wise and fair. His grandfather, Prahlada, a great devotee of Lord Vishnu, taught him to be kind and truthful. Because of his goodness, people loved him, and his kingdom was full of happiness and peace.

• King Mahabali’s Great Rule

Under King Mahabali’s leadership, his kingdom grew stronger. He even defeated Indra, the king of the Devas (gods), and took control of heaven, earth, and the underworld. Though he ruled over everything, he remained humble and cared for his people.

The Devas became worried about Mahabali’s power. They feared that no one could stop him if he grew even more substantial. So, they went to Lord Vishnu and asked for help.

• Lord Vishnu’s Clever Plan

At that time, King Mahabali performed a big ritual called Ashwamedha Yaga. This was a special ceremony to show his strength and power. During this Yaga, he gave gifts to anyone who asked.

To help the Devas, Lord Vishnu took the form of a small Brahmin boy named Vamana. This boy was kind and gentle. He went to the king and asked for a simple gift—three steps of land. Being generous, King Mahabali happily agreed.

• Vamana Growth:

But something magical happened! Vamana started growing bigger and bigger. With his first step, he covered the earth. With his second step, he covered heaven. There was no place left for his third step.

• Realization by King Mahabali:

When King Mahabali realized that the boy was none other than Lord Vishnu, he bowed down humbly. He offered his own head for Vamana’s third step. Vishnu placed his foot on Mahabali’s head and sent him to Suthala, a special world below the earth.

• Blessings by God Vishnu:

Because King Mahabali was so kind and loved his people, Lord Vishnu granted him a special blessing. Once every year, Mahabali is allowed to return to earth and visit his people. This visit is celebrated as Onam, a grand festival in Kerala.

• Onam festival.

During Onam, people welcome King Mahabali by decorating their homes with beautiful flower patterns called Pookalam, wearing new clothes, and preparing a grand feast called Onam Sadya.

Veda Vyasa: The Wise Sage Who Gave Us the Mahabharata

Veda Vyasa is a famous and wise sage who was born in the late Treta Yuga and lived through the Dvapara and Kali Yugas. His original name was Krishna Dvaipayana. Many Hindus worship him because he gave us important books like the Mahabharata and the eighteen Puranas.

• Early story:

Vyasa wanted to live a simple and quiet life, so he left his mother, Satyavati. However, he promised to return if she ever needed him. Later, Satyavati married King Shantanu, and they had two sons. 

Sadly, both Shantanu and his sons died, leaving the kingdom without a ruler. This worried Satyavati because other kings might attack the kingdom without a leader.

• The story:

Remembering Vyasa’s promise, Satyavati called her son for help. She asked Vyasa to have children with the widows of her deceased sons. Vyasa agreed and had three sons—one with each widow and one with a maidservant. After this, Vyasa returned to his quiet life of meditation.

• The Epic:

When Vyasa wanted to write the Mahabharata, he asked Lord Ganesha to help. Ganesha agreed but had one condition—Vyasa had to tell the story without stopping. Vyasa was clever and made Ganesha promise to understand each verse before writing it. This way, Vyasa had time to think while Ganesha wrote down the great epic.

Hindu scriptures say that Vyasa is a Chiranjivi, which means he is an immortal who will live until the end of the Kali Yuga to guide people.

• Guru Purnima:

Every year, Hindus celebrate Guru Purnima on Vyasa’s birthday. This special day honors all teachers, as Vyasa is considered the greatest guru because he shared so much spiritual knowledge.

Thanks to Veda Vyasa, we have the Mahabharata, the Puranas, and many sacred teachings that still guide us today.

Vibhishana – The Wise King of Lanka

Vibhishana was the younger son of Sage Vishrava, who was the grandson of Sage Pulastya—one of the great Heavenly Guardians. He had two powerful brothers—Ravana, the mighty King of Lanka, and Kumbhakarna, known as the King of Sleep.

• Brother of Ravana:

Even though Vibhishana was born as a Rakshasa (demon), he had a kind heart. He believed in doing the right thing and followed the path of truth. His father respected religion, and Vibhishana also considered himself a Brahmin because of his love for Lord Vishnu.

• Vibhishana advice:

When Ravana kidnapped Sita, the wife of Lord Rama, Vibhishana advised him to return her safely. He warned his brother that taking someone else's wife was wrong. But Ravana refused to listen. Seeing his brother’s pride and wrongdoings, Vibhishana left Lanka and joined Lord Rama’s army.

• Known as four heavenly king:

After the great battle, when Lord Rama defeated Ravana, he made Vibhishana the new King of Lanka. The people of Lanka respected Vibhishana for his honesty and fairness. In Sri Lanka, he was even worshiped as one of the "Four Heavenly Kings" (Satara Varam Deviyo).

• Devotee of God Vishnu:

Vibhishana’s heart was pure like a lotus leaf. As a child, he always prayed to Lord Vishnu. When Lord Brahma appeared before him, he asked for a special blessing—to always keep his mind on the Lord’s feet. He also wished to follow Lord Rama forever, leaving behind his kingdom and family. Brahma granted his wish.

Because of his loyalty and goodness, Lord Rama gave Vibhishana a long life and trusted him to rule Lanka wisely. Vibhishana’s story teaches us that being kind, truthful, and loyal will always lead us to victory and happiness.

Kripacharya: The Royal Teacher of Mahabharata

Kripacharya, the last of 7 chiranjeevi name , also known as Kripa, was a wise and powerful warrior in the great epic Mahabharata. Before Dronacharya, he was the first teacher of the Pandavas and Kauravas. Kripa was a skilled archer and an expert in battle.

• Story:

Kripa’s father, Shardwan, was born with arrows, showing his natural talent in archery. He practiced hard and became unbeatable. The gods grew worried about his power. Indra, the king of gods, sent a beautiful Apsara named Janapadi to distract him. Seeing her beauty, Shardwan lost focus, and his bow and arrows fell to the ground.

• Birth

From the ground, two babies – a boy and a girl – were born. Shardwan left to perform penance in the forest. King Shantanu, the great-grandfather of the Pandavas, found the babies. He knew they were special and took them to his palace. He named them Kripa and Kripi.

• Teaching of Kripa:

Shardwan later returned and taught Kripa and Kripi everything he knew about the Vedas, Shastras, and the art of archery. Kripa grew into a strong and wise warrior. He became the royal teacher of Hastinapura, training the young princes in battle skills.

• Side of Kauravas:

Kripi, his sister, married Dronacharya – another great warrior and teacher. Like Kripa, Drona was also born in a unique way, not from a mother’s womb.

During the great Kurukshetra war, Kripacharya fought on the side of the Kauravas. He was one of the few who survived the terrible battle. Later, he became the teacher of Parikshit, the grandson of Arjuna and son of Abhimanyu.

• Known for his wisdom:

Kripacharya was known for his fairness, wisdom, and loyalty to the kingdom. Because of his dedication, Lord Krishna blessed him with eternal life, making him one of the immortals who still live today.

FAQs

Que 1. Who are the 7 Chiranjeevi in Hindu mythology?

Ans :The 7 Chiranjeevi are immortal beings in Hindu mythology who are believed to live forever. Their names are: Ashwatthama ,King Mahabali ,Veda Vyasa ,Hanuman ,VibhishanaKripacharya and  Parashurama.

Que 2. Why are the 7 Chiranjeevi still alive?

Ans: The 7 Chiranjeevi were blessed with immortality by gods or due to their good deeds. Some of them, like Hanuman, were blessed by Lord Rama, while others, like Parashurama, were meant to protect dharma (righteousness).

Que3. Where do the 7 Chiranjeevi live now?

Ans :Hindu texts say that the 7 Chiranjeevi live in different places. Hanuman is believed to live wherever Lord Rama’s name is chanted. Parashurama lives in the mountains, and others stay hidden, appearing only when needed.