Vajra – The Second Yaksha General of Medicine Buddha

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Guardian of the Southeast | Defender of Wisdom and Inner Strength


📜 Introduction

Among the Twelve Yaksha Generals (Dvādaśa Yakṣa Rājā), Vajra stands as the second-in-command, directly supporting Kumbhīra in protecting the vows and practices of the Medicine Buddha (Bhaiṣajyaguru Vaidūrya Prabhā Rāja). Each of these generals is a powerful deity of healing, commanding 7,000 yakshas, and defending sentient beings who invoke the Medicine Buddha’s name or mantra.


🧿 Name and Meaning

AttributeDetails
Sanskrit NameVajra (वज्र)
Chinese Name伐折羅 (Fázhéluó)
Meaning“Vajra” means thunderbolt or diamond in Sanskrit, symbolizing indestructible strength and clarity of wisdom
TitleYaksha General of the Southeast

🧘 Symbolism

SymbolInterpretation
DirectionSoutheast – associated with balance, justice, and purification
ElementLightning and Ether – cutting through delusion and negativity
ColorWhite or Radiant Yellow
WeaponVajra or double-pronged trident (signifying immovable power and protection)

🌿 Vow and Mission

Vajra made a solemn vow in the presence of the Medicine Buddha:

“I shall uphold the vows of the Blessed One, protect beings from confusion, mental disorders, and ignorance, and strengthen the mind of those on the path to awakening.”

His guardianship focuses on mental clarity, courage, and defeating unseen spiritual afflictions.


⚔️ Attributes and Depiction

AspectDescription
IconographyOften depicted with a stern face, wielding a vajra (thunderbolt), wearing armor and a warrior’s crown. Sometimes flanked by lightning or clouds.
TemperamentFirm, commanding, wise — protector of spiritual integrity and inner resolve
Role in RitualsInvoked in the middle part of healing ceremonies, especially in practices combating psychological or spiritual confusion

🙏 Devotional Practice

PracticeDetails
InvocationNamo Yaksha Vajra! Protector of the Southeast, Wielder of Indestructible Wisdom!
BenefitsClears negative thought patterns, stabilizes mental illnesses, supports meditation and clarity of mind, strengthens one’s vows
OfferingsSandalwood incense, clear crystal, sacred water, yellow or white flowers
Mantra SupportAmplifies the effects of Medicine Buddha mantra by eliminating internal resistance

🌀 Modern Relevance

In today’s world—marked by mental stress, emotional turbulence, and psychological illness—Vajra’s energy is more relevant than ever. He shields healers, therapists, and spiritual practitioners, ensuring mental purity and stability in healing work.


✨ Visualization Practice

Envision Vajra standing in the southeast, glowing with white-gold light, holding a radiant vajra in his right hand. With each breath, imagine his thunderbolt shattering fear, delusion, and despair. His left hand blesses you with calm clarity and commitment. Silently chant: Vajra… Vajra… Vajra… and feel your inner strength anchored.


📖 Role in the Twelve Yaksha Guardians

No.NameDirectionRole
1KumbhīraEastTrailblazer, leader
2VajraSoutheastMental clarity, strength
3MihiraSouthHeat regulation, life force
4And so on…

🔚 Conclusion

As the Second Yaksha General, Vajra is more than a deity of protection—he is a living symbol of spiritual courage and wisdom. His power helps us overcome fear, confusion, and emotional imbalance, aligning us more deeply with the healing path of the Medicine Buddha.

By invoking Vajra, we ignite the flame of unshakable clarity, cutting through ignorance like a diamond blade.

 

 

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