purifying wisdom of a buddha
Buddhist term referring to the wisdom that purifies defilements, often likened to water. Used in doctrinal contexts.
It is taught that the purifying wisdom of a buddha washes away the defilements of worldly desires.
water of wisdom used in Buddhist baptism
Refers to the water used symbolically in the kanjō (灌頂) initiation ritual, representing the transmission of wisdom. Related to the esoteric Buddhist consecration ceremony.
In the kanjō ceremony, the water of wisdom is poured onto the crown of the head.