VAJRA

In Sanskrit vajra is defined as "diamond," "adamantine," or “thunderbolt.” A diamond is spotlessly pure and indestructible. As such, the word vajra signifies enlightenment, or the absolute reality of Shunyata, (emptiness).

The vajra is a ritual object associated with Tibetan Buddhism, dorje. These objects usually are made of bronze, vary in size and have three, five or nine spokes that usually close at each end in lotus shape. The number of spokes and the way they come together, or not, at the ends have numerous symbolic meanings.

In Tibetan ritual, the vajra is used together with a bell in the left hand, representing the male principle, upaya (action or means). The bell held in the right hand represents the female principle, prajna, (wisdom).

A double dorje, or vishvavajra, are two dorje connected to form a cross representing the foundation of the physical world and is also associated with certain tantric deities.

Please print below separately for display:

Made from silver, gold plated and encrusted with turquoise and coral,this double dorje makes an ideal offering on the altar.

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As an offering to your guru or Buddha, this gold plated silver single dorje is supreme.