Photo of Vajra, bronze - Public domain dedication
Summary
The thunderbolt, or vajra, is a powerful symbol in both Hinduism and Buddhism. Small bronze vajras are often used by the priest during rituals, along with a handbell (ghanta).
Tags
Date
1100 - 1200
Source
Rijksmuseum
Copyright info
Creative Commons CC0 1.0 Universal Public Domain Dedication ("CCO 1.0 Dedication")