Antique Vajra Dorje · Finely crafted and entirely handmade · Preserved in excellent condition
 
The Vajra (Dorje), known as the “thunderbolt” or “diamond scepter,” is one of the most iconic ritual implements in Tibetan Buddhism. It symbolizes the indestructible power of awakened wisdom. The Vajra is typically paired with the ritual bell (Ghanta), with the Vajra representing method or compassionate action and the bell embodying wisdom. Together, they signify the inseparable union of compassion and wisdom—the essence of Buddhist practice. In Vajrayana rituals, practitioners hold the Vajra in the right hand to subdue obstacles, destroy ignorance, and invoke protective energies. Beyond its ritual function, the Vajra stands as a profound spiritual symbol in Tibetan Buddhism, embodying the path to enlightenment and liberation.