Hanuman, the son of Vayu, the Wind God, is also known as Anjaneya, as he was born to Anjana. Hanuman is one of the most important personalities in the great Indian epic, the Ramayana. This supreme devotee of Lord Rama supports him and saves his wife Sita from the clutches of the ten-headed demon king, Ravana. So strong is Hanuman\'s bond with Rama, that when he tears open his chest with his own hands, the image of Rama and Sita are seen etched in his very heart! In spite of all his strength and valor, Hanuman becomes a humble servant to Rama and is always seen crouching at his feet.
When Rama fulfilled his mission and moved towards his heavenly abode, Hanuman expressed a desire to remain on earth till people venerated Rama Nama (the name of Rama). Accordingly, very many Hanuman temples exist all over the world, with people praying to him for peace, power and strength.
Shown in this portrait is Hanuman serenely meditating on Rama and Sita, sitting cross-legged, his Gada (mace) placed next to him.