In ancient India, gods wielded various weapons and fought against evil gods and demons. However, in Esoteric Buddhism, weapons held in hand, which were originally meant to kill or injure opponents, came to symbolize the destruction of worldly desires within the human heart. This transformation led to the development of ritual implements, imbuing their forms with profound meaning. The Dokko Sho (single-pronged vajra) is a ritual implement that unifies the practitioner with Dainichi Nyorai (Mahavairocana Buddha), representing the singular Dharmadhatu (realm of reality). It symbolizes the great wisdom of the Tathagata and a weapon to shatter worldly desires with the hardness of a diamond. Size: Approximately 16.5 cm; Weight: Approximately 204 g *Measurements are not taken for each individual item. There may be slight variations in size and weight. A very similar product was sold at a Buddhist supply store for 40,480 yen.