The term is most likely “loka” (लोक), whose English equivalent is “world” or “worlds.” In Jain cosmology, loka refers to the universe or the realms of existence. The plural form is lokas, meaning “worlds” or “regions” within the cosmos.

Notes:

• In Jain texts, loka is used for the whole cosmos as well as for different realms within it.
• There is no difference in meaning between Digambar and Shwetambar traditions for this term.