what is nandavrat
Answer
If you mean
Nandyāvarta (often spoken as “nandavart” or “nandavrat”), it is a
Jain auspicious symbol, not a vow. It is a diagram shaped like an elaborate swastika or labyrinth and is counted among the
eight auspicious symbols (aṣṭa-maṅgala) in Jainism. (
jainpedia.org)
Explanation
In Jain tradition, Nandyāvarta is considered a symbol of
joy and prosperity. It is often drawn in puja and temple rituals, and Jain sources describe it as having
nine branches, sometimes linked with the
nine treasures of a universal monarch. (
jainpedia.org)
Spiritual Understanding
The symbol reminds a Jain devotee of
auspiciousness, inner harmony, and the sacred order of life. Because it appears in worship and religious art, it helps focus the mind on devotion and respect for the Tirthankaras. (
jainpedia.org)
Takeaway
So, in Jain Dharma,
Nandavarta/Nandyāvarta = an auspicious sacred symbol used in worship. If you meant a different Jain term, it may be spelled slightly differently. (
jainpedia.org)