Definition
金刚 originates from the Sanskrit 'vajra', the indestructible thunderbolt in Buddhist mythology. In modern Chinese it refers to diamond (the hardest natural substance), Buddhist guardian deities (金刚力士), and the ritual implement called vajra (金刚杵). The word carries connotations of strength and indestructibility.
n.
diamondvajra (Buddhist ritual object / thunderbolt)(Buddhist) guardian deity warrior attendant
Examples
- 。Zhè kē jīn gāng shí fēicháng zhēnguì.This diamond is very precious.
- 金刚。Sìmiào lǐ de jīn gāng lìshì sùxiàng hěn wēiyán.The guardian deity statue in the temple looks very majestic.
- 金刚，。Tā shǒu lǐ wò zhe jīn gāng chǔ, xiàngzhēng lìliàng.The vajra in his hand symbolizes power.
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