[GP] The Indestructible Thunderbolt: Empowerment of Vajrapani

From the Cycle of Chikse Kundrol (Knowing One Liberates All) Conferred by Lama Chris

We may have intellectual understanding of the Dharma, and we may hold deep aspirations of compassion. Yet, too often, we find ourselves lacking the vital energy—the sheer spiritual power—to translate that understanding into action or to break through the dense inertia of our habitual patterns.

Lama Chris invites you to receive the empowerment (Wang) of Vajrapani (Tibetan: Chana Dorje), the Lord of Secrets and the embodiment of the awakened power of all Buddhas.

The Deity: The Diamond Breaker

Vajrapani is the fierce aspect of enlightened energy. He holds the vajra—the diamond thunderbolt that represents the indestructible nature of reality. His wrath is not anger; it is the explosive intensity of compassion that refuses to let us remain asleep.

He is the supreme remover of inner and outer obstacles. When our practice is blocked by doubt, lethargy, or deep-seated…