vajra

• Nom propre ou commun se référant à l'arme mythique en forme de foudre du dieu hindou Indra, souvent symbolisant la force et l'indestructibilité ; dans le bouddhisme, il désigne aussi un objet rituel représentant la foudre ou le diamant, symbole de la sagesse et de l'invincibilité.

A proper noun referring to the mythical thunderbolt weapon of the Hindu god Indra, often symbolizing power and indestructibility.

indénombrable · nom propre

1. Indra's ThunderboltC1formal

   A mythical weapon wielded by the Hindu god Indra, often described as a thunderbolt or a diamond-like indestructible object.

   Foudre d'Indra

   • In the Rigveda, Indra uses the Vajra to defeat the serpent Vritra.
   • The Vajra is said to be made from the bones of the sage Dadhichi.
   • Artistic depictions often show Indra holding a Vajra in his hand.

   Synonymesdiamondthunderbolt

2. Buddhist Ritual ObjectC1formal

   A ritual object in Buddhism, symbolizing the indestructible and diamond-like nature of reality, often used in ceremonies.

   vajra (objet rituel bouddhiste)

   • The Vajra is a key symbol in Tibetan Buddhist rituals.
   • Monks hold a Vajra and bell during meditation practices.
   • The Vajra represents the male principle of upaya (skillful means).

   Synonymesthunderbolt