was lord rama jain ?

In Jain tradition, Lord Rama is not a Tirthankar. He is known as Maryada Purushottam Rama in Hindu tradition, but in Jain Ramayana he is presented as a virtuous, dharmic person connected with Jain moral values.

So, the correct Jain understanding is:

• Rama was not “Jain” in the sense of being a Jain monk or Tirthankar
• Jain texts respect him as a noble and righteous person
• His story is retold in Jain scriptures with Jain values like ahimsa, karma, and renunciation

So, simply put: Rama is honored in Jain tradition, but he is not considered a Jain Tirthankar.