About the Vajra

The Vajra, Kume Kang Juh, is an ancient symbol of strength and wisdom.

At one time the vajra was primarily a weapon, symbolizing the god Indra's

Thunderbolt. Kume Kang Ya Cha, guardian of the Buddha's Temple holds

the Vajra. As time passed the Vajra's association with Buddhist philosophy

and wisdom grew. The 5 Point Vajra, the oldest and strongest design,

symbolizes the 5 Wisdoms. The Holder of the Vajra is a Yuk Sa,

a "strong man" whose strength is 1 million times the strength of an

elephant. More importantly, Holding the Vajra means Supreme

Enlightenment, Power and Wisdom. The Vajra is held during meditation to

facilitate the advancement of one's wisdom. Grandmaster JiMong Choe is

the Vajra Holder.

Please click on the any Vajra to learn more About the Vajra Holder.