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Significance of Fierce

The keyphrase "Fierce" is described in the Purana as indicative of a powerful and aggressive nature, particularly in relation to the goddess Canda. Additionally, the term "Ugra" is mentioned, signifying an intense or aggressive characteristic. Together, these definitions highlight the formidable qualities embodied in the concept of fierceness as it relates to divine figures and their attributes.1
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Synonyms: Intense, Ferocious, Savage, Strong, Powerful, Violent, Aggressive, Wild, Brutal, Severe

In Finnish: Kova; In Dutch: Krachtig

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Buddhist concept of 'Fierce'

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In Buddhism, the term "Fierce" (khro mo) symbolizes strength and intensity of character, reflecting the powerful qualities associated with personal growth and resilience in the spiritual journey.

Significance in Tibetan Buddhism (Vajrayana or tantric Buddhism):
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From: Blue Annals (deb-ther sngon-po)

(1) A name (khro mo) given to the child, suggesting strength or intensity in character.[1]

Tibetan Buddhism includes schools such as Nyingma, Kadampa, Kagyu and Gelug. Their primary canon of literature is divided in two broad categories: The Kangyur, which consists of Buddha’s words, and the Tengyur, which includes commentaries from various sources. Esotericism and tantra techniques (vajrayana) are collected indepently.