Qing Dynasty Tibetan Antique Bone Carved Nine-Pronged Vajra Ritual Object Mindrolling Monastery

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Item Type: Tibetan Antique Ritual Items. Dimensions: 2.36 in 6 cm x 6.30 in 16 cm. Materials and Techniques: Copper. Place of Origin: Ningma Sect Ancestral Court Minzhulin Monastery. Period: Qing Dynasty. Condition: Good. This Tibetan antique Buddha statue is an exceptionally rare Bone Carved Nine-Pronged Vajra, a ritual implement essential in Tibetan Buddhism symbolizing invincible wisdom and the Buddha-nature of Dharmakaya. The Vajra is integral to Vajrayana rituals, often used for direct and intuitive practices by deities and practitioners alike. The Nine-Pronged Vajra signifies the nine vehicles or stages, particularly associated with the teachings of Samantabhadra Tathagata in the Nyingma tradition. This specific Nine-Pronged Vajra has been actively used in rituals for centuries, accumulating immense unseen blessings and spiritual power.. Crafted from bone, this Nine-Pronged Vajra displays a robust and meticulously carved form, showing just the right amount of wear. The main prong is solid and sturdy, symbolizing indestructibility, with the eight surrounding prongs radiating an aura akin to illuminated lanterns. The sculpture's contours are finely detailed, highlighting the dynamic tension and swelling at the end of the Vajra, conveying a sense of controlled power and fluidity.. This particular Vajra has a storied lineage, originating from the Minzhulin Monastery, the ancestral seat of the Nyingma tradition, where it has been revered for its unparalleled spiritual significance.