of Nepali Buddhism: Endless knot Lotus flower Dhvaja Dharmachakra (fly-whisk in Nepali Buddhism) Bumpa Golden Fish Parasol Conch The sequential order for Chinese Buddhism was defined in the Qing dynasty as: Dharmachakra Conch Dhvaja Parasol Lotus flower Bumpa Golden Fish Endless knot Hindu symbols In Indian and Hindu tradition, the Ashtamangala may be used during certain occasions including: pujas, weddings (of Hindus), and coronations. The ashtamangala finds wide mention in the texts associated with Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. They have been depicted in decorative motifs and cultural artifacts. The Hindu tradition lists them as: lion called raja bull called vrishaba serpent called naga pitcher called kalasa necklace called vaijayanti kettledrum called bheri fan called vyajana lamp called deepa The Hindu tradition lists them as: fly-whisk full vase mirror elephant goad drum lamp flag a pair of fish. The list also differs depending on the place, region, and the social groups. Jain symbols In Jainism, the Ashtamangala are a set of eight auspicious symbols. There is some variation among different traditions concerning the eight symbols. In the Digambara tradition, the eight symbols are: Parasol Dhvaja Kalasha Chamara Mirror Chair Hand fan Vessel In the Śvētāmbara tradition, the eight symbols are: Swastika Srivatsa Nandavarta Vardhmanaka (food vessel) Bhadrasana (seat) Kalasha (pot) Darpan (mirror) Pair of fish See also Dzi bead Eight Treasures (Chinese equivalent) Iconography Mani stone Sandpainting References Citations Sources Beer, Robert (1999). The Encyclopedia of Tibetan Symbols and Motifs, (Hardcover). Shambhala Publications. , Beer, Robert (2003). The Handbook of Tibetan Buddhist Symbols, Shambhala Publications. External links About The Eight Auspicious Symbols Tibetan Buddhist Symbols Buddhist symbols Indian iconography Jain symbols Buddhist philosophical concepts Tantric practices Tibetan Buddhist art and culture Hindu symbols Hindu philosophical concepts Magic items