vajra
IPA: vˈaɪrʌ
noun
- (countable) A Buddhist ceremonial mace and symbol, usually interpreted as both a diamond and a thunderbolt.
- (uncountable) One of the five central Buddhist principles, representing indestructible substance that cuts and penetrates through emotional instability or uncertainty.
- (Rigveda, Hindu mythology) The weapon of Indra, the god of heaven and the chief deity of the Rigvedic pantheon, used to kill sinners and ignorant persons.
- Alternative letter-case form of vajra [(countable) A Buddhist ceremonial mace and symbol, usually interpreted as both a diamond and a thunderbolt.]
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Examples of "vajra" in Sentences
- The name Vajra has dual meaning.
- The vajra is made up of several parts.
- Vajracharya means 'vajra holding priest'.
- Indra has a wonderful weapon named vajra.
- Seated in vajra posture he embraces the consort.
- Wholesome vajra spirits protect the Sangha Jewel.
- The symbol/emblem of that family is the double vajra.
- Those in the vajra division subdue the deviant hordes.
- The vajra destroys all kinds of, and itself is indestructible.
- The first sight on reaching the top of the stairway is the Vajra.
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