VAJRA DORJE-DIAMOND LIGHTNING. - Vajra is probably the most important symbol of Buddhism. The term means diamond, for the point, and refers to the indestructible nature of the mind itself, of awakening. This little sceptre seems to be, at the origin, the diamond lightning of Indra, a symbol of royalty and power. When combined with the bell, the Vajra symbolizes skilled means and compassion, while the bell represents knowledge and emptiness. Taken separately, it has a complete symbolism which is the following: the 5 upper branches (1) represent the 5 wisdoms, the 5 facets of the diamond which is the enlightened mind: - Mirror-like wisdom, which means that the awakened mind, like a perfectly polished mirror, which clearly reflects all things, has the ability to know everything. - The wisdom of equality, which recognizes that all the phenomena of Samsara and Nirvana are of the same nature, or of a single essence: emptiness. - The wisdom of distinction, which indicates that the awakened mind perceives not only the emptiness of all the phenomena but also, at the same time without confusion, all the phenomena as they occur. - Fulfilling wisdom, which enables Buddhas to create camps of pure emanations that work for the benefit of beings. - The wisdom of the universal space (Dharmadatu), which indicates that all phenomena, beyond every duality, remain in the pure knowledge of the mind. At the same time of the 5 wisdoms, the 5 upper branches symbolize the 5 Virtuosos or the 5 main male Buddhas,on a mystical level: Vairocana, Akshobya, Ratnasambhava, Amitabha, Amoghasiddhi. The 5 lower branches (2) symbolize the 5 female Buddhas. Taken together, the 10 branches also symbolize the 10 perfections (generosity, ethics, diligence, concentration, capable means, desires, strength, primordial consciousness) or the 10 lands of the Bodhisattva. The mouths of Makara (sea monster) (3) from which branches emerge, denote liberation from the cycle of existence. The upper 8 petals (4) represent the 8 male Bodhisattva residing in the heavenly realms. The lower 8 petals (5) are the 8 female Bodhisattva. When taken together, the 16 petals also symbolize the 16 emptiness. Above the petals there are two moon disks, one on the side (6), which symbolize the two openings of the heart, relative and absolute. Between the base of the 8 petals and the central circle, there are 3 circles (7) intervals representing the 3 characteristics of awakened bliss: empty, unshapely and effortless. The round part in the center refers to the void.
In the days when the world was still woven from the threads of magic and science, there existed a tool of immense power and mystery: the Vajra. To the uninitiated, it was a simple, ornate object, crafted of celestial metals and adorned with gleaming crystals. Yet, to those who knew its secrets, the Vajra was far more than a relic—it was a conduit of cosmic energy, a device capable of both healing and destruction, depending on the heart and hand that wielded it.
The Creation of the Vajra
Legend tells that the Vajra was forged in the heart of a distant star, its core a fragment of pure plasma encased in a crystalline lattice. This lattice was no ordinary crystal, but a rare gem known as Luminaris, which had the unique ability to resonate with the bio-energetic frequencies of living beings. The ancient sages, who were both scientists and mystics, discovered that when the Vajra was attuned to the subtle vibrations of the human chi—the life force that flows within every living being—it could channel these energies in extraordinary ways.
The Vajra’s dual prongs were crafted to focus and amplify energy. When held by an adept, these prongs could emit beams of pure plasma, their intensity and nature modulated by the wielder's intent and level of spiritual mastery. The handle, often wrapped in sacred metals like gold or orichalcum, served as a grounding element, ensuring that the immense power of the Vajra did not overwhelm the user.
The Power of the Vajra
To understand the true power of the Vajra, one must first comprehend the intricate dance of energies within the human body. Every living being possesses a unique frequency, a vibrational signature that is the essence of their being. The Vajra was designed to interact with these frequencies, amplifying and transforming them into plasma beams that could be used for various purposes.
When an adept, one whose chi had been activated and harmonized through years of meditation and spiritual practice, grasped the Vajra, the device would hum to life. Its crystals would glow, resonating with the wielder's energy, and the prongs would spark with raw plasma. The adept could then direct this energy with a mere thought. If their intent was to heal, the plasma would soothe and mend, its frequency perfectly tuned to the natural rhythms of the body. If their intent was to defend or destroy, the same plasma could be unleashed as a devastating beam, capable of cutting through stone or repelling even the fiercest of foes.
The Mystical Use of the Vajra
In the hands of an uninitiated or unbalanced individual, the Vajra was nothing more than a beautiful object, inert and silent. But in the hands of a master, it became an extension of their will. These masters, known as Vajrins, were few and far between, each having undergone rigorous training to align their chi with the energies of the universe. They could see the unseen, hear the whispers of the cosmos, and feel the subtle pulses of energy that flowed through all things.
To wield the Vajra was to step into a sacred dance with the forces of creation itself. The adept would enter a state of deep meditation, drawing their chi inward until it became a blazing core of light within them. With this energy fully activated, they would grasp the Vajra and allow their life force to flow into it. The Luminaris crystals would respond, amplifying and focusing the energy until it became a beam of pure, living plasma.
Each Vajra was unique, its frequency signature attuned to its creator. Thus, a Vajra could only be used by the one who had crafted it, or by another whose energy closely matched its own. This bond between tool and wielder was sacred, and it was said that the Vajra would refuse to work for any who lacked purity of heart and strength of spirit.
The Legacy of the Vajra
In time, the art of crafting and wielding the Vajra faded into legend. The sages who knew its secrets passed on, and their knowledge was lost to the ages. Yet, the Vajra itself remained, hidden in the temples of the wise, waiting for the day when the world would once again be ready to embrace the harmony of science and spirit.
To this day, the Vajra is revered as a symbol of power, wisdom, and enlightenment. It is a reminder that true strength comes not from the tool itself, but from the purity of the heart that wields it. And though the ancient art may be lost, the essence of the Vajra lives on in those who seek to align their energies with the universe, healing the world with every breath and thought.
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