Why Did Hanuman Jump Toward the Sun as a Child? The Fascinating Story of Bal Hanuman The childhood stories of Lord Hanuman are filled with wonder, innocence, divine power, and extraordinary courage. Among the most fascinating episodes is the story of Bal Hanuman leaping toward the Sun. Read: Why did Lord Hanuman burn Lanka, the spiritual meaning of Lanka Dahan. Bal Hanuman looking at the Sun with tempting manner  According to traditional Hindu stories, young Hanuman once saw the rising Sun shining brightly in the sky. Because of his innocent understanding, he believed that the Sun was a beautiful, ripe fruit. Without hesitation, the divine child decided to catch it and leaped toward the sky. What happened next became one of the most remarkable stories of Hanuman's childhood. His journey toward the Sun brought him face-to-face with powerful celestial forces. It also revealed the extraordinary abilities he possessed from birth. The episode eventually led to an encounter with Indra, ...