Vajrakilaya (Phurba)

The Wrathful Destroyer of Obstacles and Negative Forces

Who is Vajrakilaya?

Vajrakilaya (Sanskrit: Vajrakīlaya; Tibetan: རྡོ་རྗེ་ཕུར་པ་, Dorje Phurba) is a powerful wrathful deity in Vajrayana Buddhism, renowned for removing spiritual obstacles and clearing away negative energies. He embodies the enlightened activity of all Buddhas, taking a fierce form to swiftly subdue harmful forces.

Despite his terrifying appearance, Vajrakilaya’s true nature is one of compassion — his wrath is directed only at ignorance, delusion, and obstacles that hinder beings from realizing enlightenment.

Symbolism and Iconography

  • Color: Dark blue or black, symbolizing the indestructible power of Vajra wisdom.
  • Expression: Three wrathful faces with glaring eyes and bared fangs — signifying his ability to overcome all directions of negativity.
  • Attributes:1.The primary symbol, piercing through ignorance and binding negative energies. 2.Vajra: Indestructible spiritual power.
  • Posture: Standing in a powerful stance, trampling upon obstacles and demons.
  • Flames: Surrounded by blazing fire, representing purification and transformation of all defilements.

Spiritual Significance

Vajrakilaya is invoked to eliminate inner and outer obstacles, destroy harmful influences, and swiftly cut through negative karmic patterns. His energy is fierce yet compassionate — protecting practitioners and clearing their path to realization.

“Fierce as a storm, sharp as the Vajra dagger — his compassion pierces through all illusion.”

When to Call Upon Vajrakilaya

  • When faced with persistent obstacles on your spiritual path.
  • For protection against negative forces or psychic disturbances.
  • To purify negative karma and mental afflictions.
  • To gain spiritual strength, courage, and clarity.

Mantra

Sanskrit / Tibetan (transliterated):

Om Benza Kili Kilaya Sarwa Bighanem Bam Hung Phat

This mantra calls upon Vajrakilaya’s fierce energy to annihilate obstacles and purify the practitioner’s mind.

Vajrakilaya in Your Life

Placing Vajrakilaya’s image or practicing his mantra reminds you to face challenges head-on, remove toxic influences, and stay unwavering on your path to awakening. His presence is a shield of fierce compassion and unstoppable enlightened power.

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“Wrathful yet wise — he destroys only what holds you back from enlightenment.”