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lokaIn Hinduism, the universe or any particular division of it. The most common division of the universe is the tri-loka, or three worlds (heaven, earth, and atmosphere, or heaven, world, and netherworld), each of which is divided into seven regions. Sometimes, instead of the tri-loka, 14 worlds are envisioned, seven above the earth and seven below. Whatever the division, it illustrates the basic Hindu concept of hierarchically ordered worlds. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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For example, following an example from Denmark, the Loka Institute convened a citizens panel on telecommunications policy in 1997 (Sclove 2000). Loka should often be translated "to curse" or "to bewitch," but like "witchcraft" itself (kindoki), this word is multifaceted; it could be glossed "to mobilize a force," including that of a chief whose support is sought (MacGaffey 2000:47). 7 -- color) For cruising the Sunset Plaza scene, Josephine Loka shows edgy python prints and fringe. |
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