vajra

  1. Noun.  (countable) A Buddhist ceremonial mace and symbol, usually interpreted as both a diamond and a thunderbolt.
  2. Noun.  (uncountable) One of the five central Buddhist principles, representing indestructible substance that cuts and penetrates through emotional instability or uncertainty.

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