phurba stand vajra-and-bell In this uncommonly practical and

In this uncommonly practical and experiential guide

and offer it to him or her for lighting to symbolically request the awakening of one’s mind

Copper-coloured bronze alloy

125 x 70 cm with brocade

and the invincible weapon wielded by wrathful Vajrayana deities

phurba stand vajra-and-bell In this uncommonly practical andJust as you would carefully preserve a prized piece of cutlery in your kitchen, your ritual dagger, or phurba, deserves a dynamic place of honor on your shrine table. The dagger is traditionally displayed standing upright in its own special stand. Triangles have a special meaning in tantric rituals, representing the fire element. Stylized lotus petals are carved into its sturdy brass base. Measures 5. 5 cm on each side, and 2cm high.