What is meant by the term "Paradise"?

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I have repeatedly heard the term “Paradise” but I’m not in full understanding of its meaning. Is it a distinguished place from Heaven and Purgatory? Or is it just another term for Heaven itself? It is mentioned in the bible “Luke 23:43 – “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom” and Jesus answered him, “Truly I tell you today you will be with me in paradise.”

In the Syro Malabar Church “Para-disi or Para-disa” is mentioned a few times in the Office for the Death, within the funeral hymns and texts. Do the other Eastern Churches believe in this area of Paradise as well?
 
As I understand it, “paradise” refers to a state without any sin. Therefore, heaven is frequently refered to as paradise. The Garden of Eden, prior to the fall, is also refered to as paradise.
 
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As I understand it, “paradise” refers to a state without any sin. Therefore, heaven is frequently refered to as paradise. The Garden of Eden, prior to the fall, is also refered to as paradise.
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That would make sense. Also the Bosom of Abraham!

(Paradise in Old Testament times similar to Heaven but without the Beatific Vision)
 
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