Double Dorje Vajra Lightning Diamond Tibetan 2 3/8x2 3/8in

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Double Dorje Vajra Lightning Diamond Tibetan 2 3/8x2 3/8in:
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DORJE VARJA Traditional Tibetan brass

The word vajra, meaning "lightning" or "diamond", is an important symbol in Hinduism and especially in the Vajrayana current of Buddhism. It is a ritual instrument. It is called dorje (noble stone) in Tibetan. The vajra, an unparalleled weapon, represents the upaya, an effective means which destroys ignorance. When two vajras are crossed, they are called visvavajra (universe vajra), in Tibetan dorje gyatram or “double vajra. " Its name is linked to a cosmogonic myth which claims that it was the first object in the universe to take shape from the wind. It is the symbol of effective action par excellence, and the attribute of the transcendent Buddha Amogasiddhi, head of the family of karma (action). The sign of the vishvavajra is printed on the base of the statues to mark their completion. In rituals, the vajra is often used with the ghanta bell. They then symbolize respectively the masculine and the feminine, effective action (or compassion) and wisdom. The prefix vajra or dorje can be added before many terms, showing their association with the tantric ritual or their transcendent aspect. Many deities have a name prefixed with 'Vajra and are represented with a vajra in their hand: Ferocious-looking deities sometimes hold in their hands an open vajra whose branches are not folded over, more like a weapon.
Dimension: 6 x 6 cm Weight: 42 grams REF: AD2001

DORJE VARJA Traditional Tibetan brass It is a ritual instrument. It is called dorje (noble stone) in Tibetan. The vajra, an unparalleled weapon, represents the upaya, an effective means which destroys ignorance. When two vajras are crossed, they are called visvavajra (universe vajra), in Tibetan dorje gyatram or “double vajra. " Its name is linked to a cosmogonic myth which claims that it was the first object in the universe to take shape from the wind. The sign of the vishvavajra is printed on the base of the statues to mark their completion. In rituals, the vajra is often used with the ghanta bell. They then symbolize respectively the masculine and the feminine, effective action (or compassion) and wisdom. Dimension: 6 x 6 cm Weight: 42 grams DORJE VARJA Traditional Tibetan brass It is a ritual instrument. It is called dorje (noble stone) in Tibetan. The vajra, an unparalleled weapon, represents the upaya, an effective means which destroys ignorance. When two vajras are crossed, they are called visvavajra (universe vajra), in Tibetan dorje gyatram or “double vajra. " Its name is linked to a cosmogonic myth which claims that it was the first object in the universe to take shape from the wind. The sign of the vishvavajra is printed on the base of the statues to mark their completion. In rituals, the vajra is often used with the ghanta bell. They then symbolize respectively the masculine and the feminine, effective action (or compassion) and wisdom. Dimension: 6 x 6 cm Weight: 42 gramsDORJE VARJA Traditional Tibetan brass It is a ritual instrument. It is called dorje (noble stone) in Tibetan. The vajra, an unparalleled weapon, represents the upaya, an effective means which destroys ignorance. When two vajras are crossed, they are called visvavajra (universe vajra), in Tibetan dorje gyatram or “double vajra. " Its name is linked to a cosmogonic myth which claims that it was the first object in the universe to take shape from the wind. The sign of the vishvavajra is printed on the base of the statues to mark their completion. In rituals, the vajra is often used with the ghanta bell. They then symbolize respectively the masculine and the feminine, effective action (or compassion) and wisdom. Dimension: 6 x 6 cm Weight: 42 gramsDORJE VARJA Traditional Tibetan brass It is a ritual instrument. It is called dorje (noble stone) in Tibetan. The vajra, an unparalleled weapon, represents the upaya, an effective means which destroys ignorance. When two vajras are crossed, they are called visvavajra (universe vajra), in Tibetan dorje gyatram or “double vajra. " Its name is linked to a cosmogonic myth which claims that it was the first object in the universe to take shape from the wind. The sign of the vishvavajra is printed on the base of the statues to mark their completion. In rituals, the vajra is often used with the ghanta bell. They then symbolize respectively the masculine and the feminine, effective action (or compassion) and wisdom. Dimension: 6 x 6 cm Weight: 42 gramsDORJE VARJA Traditional Tibetan brass It is a ritual instrument. It is called dorje (noble stone) in Tibetan. The vajra, an unparalleled weapon, represents the upaya, an effective means which destroys ignorance. When two vajras are crossed, they are called visvavajra (universe vajra), in Tibetan dorje gyatram or “double vajra. " Its name is linked to a cosmogonic myth which claims that it was the first object in the universe to take shape from the wind. The sign of the vishvavajra is printed on the base of the statues to mark their completion. In rituals, the vajra is often used with the ghanta bell. They then symbolize respectively the masculine and the feminine, effective action (or compassion) and wisdom. Dimension: 6 x 6 cm Weight: 42 gramsDORJE VARJA Traditional Tibetan brass It is a ritual instrument. It is called dorje (noble stone) in Tibetan. The vajra, an unparalleled weapon, represents the upaya, an effective means which destroys ignorance. When two vajras are crossed, they are called visvavajra (universe vajra), in Tibetan dorje gyatram or “double vajra. " Its name is linked to a cosmogonic myth which claims that it was the first object in the universe to take shape from the wind. The sign of the vishvavajra is printed on the base of the statues to mark their completion. In rituals, the vajra is often used with the ghanta bell. They then symbolize respectively the masculine and the feminine, effective action (or compassion) and wisdom. Dimension: 6 x 6 cm Weight: 42 grams