Bronze pendant Vajrapani

Bronze pendant with the depiction of Vajrapani.

Vajrapani is one of the earliest-appearing bodhisattva's in the teachings of Mahayana, Theravada and Vajrayana Buddhism. He is one of the three 'Great Bodhisattva's', the three bodhisattva's that are the nearest companions of Gautama Buddha. In this trinity, Vajrapani respresents the Power of Buddha, Avalokiteshvara represents the Compassion and Manjushri the Wisdom.

Being not only the Buddha's nearest companions, but also the greatest protectors ('dharmapala') of his teachings, they all have both peaceful and wrathful manifestations.

The name "Vajrapani" can be translated as "holder of the thunderbolt", the thunderbolt being the vajra he holds in his right hand. In his most iconic posture, the index finger from this right hand is extended into 'tarjani' position, a typical wrathful gesture. His left hand is in 'karana' position, to ward off evil.

These pendants can be used as a personal amulet or for that purpose be sewn on your ritual costume or attributes. They come to us via our friends at Shaman Bazar. The pendant hangs on a yak leather cord, an animal that embodies perseverance, strength and the will to win. This cord is traditionally used for amulets such as this one, to further increase its dynamics.

Size: approximately 4 centimeters high. Weight; approximately 20 grams.

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