Parikarma

When we go to a temple, we walk around the Deity in the entire temple, that is called Parikarma. Now, Prannathji takes us on a tour of Paramdham, Lord's Supreme Abode. Detailed descriptions can be seen of the various mountains, palaces, rivers, gardens seen in their Chinmaya Swaroop (Ethereal, Divine form). Paramdham is divided into 25 sectors and each one is beautifully described in great detail:
Dhaam Talab Kunjvan Jo Hain, Maanik Nehren Ban Ki SohenPashchim Chougan Bada Ban Kahiye, Pukhraaji Jamuna Ji LahiyeAathon Saagar Aath Jimike, Eh Pachees Paksh Dham Dhani Ke.
When we read these, we think that Parandham is no different from the Earth. But we should realise, this entire world is a dream. In a dream we temporarily create a world very similar to ours. Similarly, this world is a temporary expression of what is in Paramdham, in its celestial, blissful real state. It is like a reflection of the sun in a pot of water. The beauty of Paramdham is beyond human description, all great seers and saints have told us that. But by using human terms, one is able to get a glimpse of the grandeur that is present there. The soul is then encouraged to meditate and experience this for herself, so she may enjoy this eternal bliss. In no other religious scripture has Paramdham been described in so much detail. In fact, Pranami scholars have made elaborate charts and maps based upon Prannathji's descriptions - and these are still studied in the temples.