What does Lok sanchalak mean
Lok sanchalak means the one who steers or governs the world. Here:
- lok = the world or cosmos
- sanchalak = controller, manager, or guardian
In Jain usage, this term is often used metaphorically to refer to the cosmic order or to a great spiritual guide who oversees worldly beings and their karmic destinies. There can be variations in nuance between Digambar and Shvetambar traditions, but the core idea remains that it denotes someone who governs or oversees the “world” aspects of karma, souls, and cosmos.
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