Phurbas

 

The phurba has a design of a three-sided sword, this design originates from ancient Vedic tools which signify to pin down sacrifices. This three-edged sword represents the power of a human being to convert his/her negative energies towards positive desire. These energies are known as the “three poisons” named attachment, aversion, and ignorance. Phurbas tend to bring stability and is also used for ceremonial purposes.