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The Vajra Prajna Paramita Sutra

a general explanation

by Hsuan Hua · 2003

Cover of The Vajra Prajna Paramita Sutra

Vajra is a Sanskrit word which defies translation because of its numerous connotations, but essentially vajra is an indestructible substance, usually represented by diamond. Vajra refers to the vajra mind, the vajra nature, and the vajra prajna.

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