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A photograph of a devotional gathering in an indoor hall with a pink banner reading "Nithyananda Dhyanapeetam" and partially visible "...Program" lettering. Centre stage stands a gilded throne with a red cushion, draped with a garland of orange, yellow and purple flowers. Propped on the throne is a framed portrait of a seated figure in saffron robes and a rudraksha mala, seated under a tree. Before the throne, a red tray holds flower petals. Devotees stand and bow: several in saffron and orange shawls, women in white saris and orange-bordered robes, and a man in white in the left foreground. One woman in white kneels at the lower edge of the frame, and a person in white sits beside a table of offerings in the middle distance.

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A ceremonial scene before an ornate gold-framed throne draped with red cushions and garlands of marigolds and purple flowers. On the throne sits a framed photograph of a seated figure in saffron-orange robes, with long hair and a bead necklace, raising one hand. A man in orange robes stands at left adjusting the frame, while a woman in a white sari kneels before a red tray of flowers and offerings. Brass oil lamps burn on the floor. Behind, a woman in white with a yellow shawl stands at left, and an orange-clad man with an orange shawl stands center, with several women in white and pastel saris and a man in white to the right. A banner reads Nithyananda Dhyanapeetam and 'The bliss' in the background.2010-02-22A darshan-style ceremony in a hall with a pink banner reading "bliss" and the logo "Nithyananda Dhyanapeetam". On a gilded throne with a red cushion sits a framed portrait of a long-haired figure in orange robes, garlanded with yellow, purple and white flowers. A saffron-robed man in the left foreground, wearing a rudraksha mala, stands at the throne offering a cloth or garland. A second saffron-robed man stands behind with hands joined in prayer. Brass oil lamps and a flower-filled offering tray sit on a red carpet. Women in white and cream saris stand with folded hands, and a woman in white kneels in front of the throne, while a devotee lies prostrate at the bottom edge.2010-02-22A ritual scene before a gold-framed portrait on a gold and red throne-like stand, garlanded with marigold and multicolored flower strings. The framed portrait shows a saffron-robed figure with a rudraksha mala seated before a tree, shown as a printed portrait rather than a person. In front, a woman in a cream sari kneels on a red patterned carpet facing the throne. Around it stand about seven people: men in white kurta-style clothes with orange shawls, and women in white saris with orange or yellow shawls, some holding brass plates or offerings. Behind them a large banner reads Nithyananda Dhyanapeetam and life's program, with a large orange-turbaned portrait on the left.2010-02-22A photograph of a devotional gathering in an indoor hall with a backdrop reading Nithyananda Dhyanapeetam and life program. A framed portrait of a seated saffron-robed figure with a rudraksha mala, flanked by marigold garlands, sits on an ornate gold-framed pedestal draped with red cloth. In front, a man in white kneels and bows with his forehead to the floor on a red patterned rug. Around them, women in white sarees with green and gold borders stand with folded hands, and a man in saffron robes stands nearby. Two young girls in white and saffron clothing stand at the right edge. A saffron-robed woman attends to offerings at the left.2010-02-22Indoor devotional gathering in a bright hall with a red-and-blue curtain. In the foreground a man in saffron-orange robes stands at a gilded throne (peetha) draped with a red cushion and garlanded with yellow, orange and purple flowers. On the throne is a framed portrait of a smiling figure in saffron robes with a mala, labelled as a portrait. A woman in white and yellow stands beside him, and a woman in white kneels and bows, touching her forehead to a red-and-gold carpet. Brass oil lamps (aarti lamps) stand before the throne, and a flower-filled tray sits on the floor. Behind them another saffron-robed man holds an object near a offering table, while a row of women in white, cream and pink saris and salwar kameez stand with folded hands, some wearing ID lanyards.2010-02-22A devotional ceremony in a hall with a large banner reading Nithyananda Dhyanapeetam behind the stage. On a gold-framed throne draped in red cloth and garlanded with yellow and purple flowers sits a framed photograph of a figure in orange robes and a rudraksha mala, seated among leaves, raising one hand. Several people in white dhotis and orange shawls stand and kneel around the throne. A woman in a blue salwar kameez kneels at the base of the throne, and a woman in a white and orange sari with an orange shawl stands nearby with hands together. Devotees in the foreground sit facing the stage. The framed image is a printed portrait, not a physical person.2010-02-22Stage photo of a Life Bliss Program Level II session. A central figure in an orange robe sits on an ornate gold throne with red cushions, hands folded in the lap, flanked by gold lamps and small vases of red flowers. A large banner behind shows a smiling man in an orange turban with a red bindi, labelled Paramahamsa, beside the text Life Bliss Program Level II and the Nithyananda Dhyanapeeta logo. On the floor to the right, several people in white with yellow shawls sit or bow forward. A man in white with a yellow shawl sits at left, and a man in orange sits near the throne. The stage is covered with white sheets.2011-01-21Photograph of a devotional gathering in a hall with a pink backdrop bearing the Nithyananda Dhyanapeetam logo and partial text reading 'life'. Centre stage, a framed portrait of a saffron-robed man with long hair sits on a red cloth-draped stand, garlanded with a multicolour flower garland and flanked by ornate gold-and-brass stands. A man in white kneels on the floor in front of it, while a woman in white stands beside the stand. Several people in white kurtas, saffron shawls and orange sarees approach or walk past; a man in orange robes and a man in a white shirt stand near the left. Red and maroon prayer rugs lie on the floor, and the room is bright with reflective white tiles.2010-02-22A ceremonial stage scene in an indoor hall. A central figure with long dark hair, wearing an orange robe and rudraksha-style mala beads, sits on an ornate gold throne with a red cushion and a gold umbrella overhead, the throne draped with a garland of pink and red flowers. Before him, a man in white shirt and dark trousers bends forward with hands joined to touch his feet, while other devotees in white and orange clothing stand around, including a woman in a white sari with orange shawl and a girl in white. A large backdrop shows a smiling man with long hair in a white garment, labelled as a portrait, and a deity image of a goddess with gold crown and jewellery on the right. A patterned rug covers the stage floor.2008-10-08A hall with a glossy white floor and a backdrop banner showing a large portrait of a man in an orange turban and orange robe, labelled with partial text reading "Paramaha... Nithy..." beside the Nithyananda Dhyanapeetam logo. In the centre, a framed portrait of a figure in orange sits on a gold-and-red ornate platform draped with flower garlands. Several people in white and cream clothing bend forward toward the platform on red-patterned rugs, one man in white kneeling. A man on the left wears white with a rudraksha-style necklace, and a standing man in white with a red shawl and long hair faces the platform. Women in saris of yellow, cream, and purple and a young woman in a red shawl stand along the right side. A ceiling fan and speakers hang overhead.2010-02-22A photograph of a stage at a Life Bliss Program Level II session. A figure in orange robes and a draped orange shawl sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne with a red cushion, one arm extended, speaking to a group. a person is seated centrally on the throne, with a dark-haired appearance and an orange shawl. Around him, several participants sit on white mats: some in white clothes with yellow scarves, others in orange robes. Brass oil lamps stand on either side, with small flower arrangements on gold side tables. Behind is a large backdrop with a smiling portrait labelled Paramahamsa in an orange turban with a red bindi, and a banner reading Life Bliss Program Level II with the Nithyananda Dhyanapeetha logo.2011-01-21A photograph of a devotional gathering in a hall with a large golden throne decorated with yellow and red flower garlands. A long-haired figure in an orange-red robe sits on the throne with one hand raised. Around the throne, a man in a white shirt and grey trousers stands with palms pressed together, while a bare-chested young man in orange garments stands at left. Several people in white dresses and white dhotis, including women with orange shawls, approach or stand nearby. Behind the throne are large banners showing a smiling man with a necklace and a goddess figure with a crown and earrings. Devotees are present to pay respects, with the scene resembling darshan.2008-10-07