The three prongs of the Karmavajra symbolize the Three Mysteries: action, word and thought. The four sets of the three prongs symbolize within Esoteric Buddhism that the Three Mysteries apply to the four directions equally.
- Titles Karmavajra (Katsuma Kongo) (Proper)
- Artist Japan
- Medium gilt bronze
- Dimensions 4 1/2 x 4 1/2 in. (11.4 x 11.4 cm)
- Credit Line Museum purchase with funds provided by Dr. John E. Schloder in honor of his mother, Doris Eileen Gardner Schloder, 1995.34
- Work Type sculpture
- Classification Ceremonial Objects
- On View