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A photograph of a golden throne (peetha) with carved lion heads and a tiger-skin cloth draped across the seat, set before a large banner reading "Awaken Haridwar" in white script on red. A framed portrait on the throne is labelled "PARAMAHAMSA NITHYANANDA" and shows a smiling man in an orange turban and orange robe. On the left, a large banner portrait shows a smiling figure in a red turban and orange-red garment. In the foreground, a man in a dark brown ritual garment and a woman in white clothing kneel before the throne with oil lamps (diyas) and a small plate of flowers. The white-clad figure is seated in prayer. Two people are visible in the scene.

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March 28 20142014-03-28March 20 20142014-03-20Photograph of a ritual arrangement in an ashram hall. A large framed portrait labelled "PARAMAHAMSA NITHYANANDA" shows a smiling man in an orange saffron turban and orange shawl with a red tilak; the portrait is set on an ornate gold throne with carved lion heads, draped over a tiger-striped cloth with red cushions. A red banner behind reads partially "...wakened" and "...IDHYAR". In the foreground, a robed person in brown clothing holds a lit oil lamp up toward the portrait, and a woman in a white outfit with an orange shawl lights a small flame, with a brass tray of offerings in front. Two people are visible.2014-03-08A photograph of a ceremonial setting at an event with a red backdrop reading partially 'wakening' and 'IDHAR'. Centre, a large gold ornate throne-like frame holds a printed portrait labelled "PARAMAHAMSA NITHYANANDA" showing a smiling man in an orange turban, orange shawl and a red bindi. A lit multi-flame brass lamp stands in the foreground, and an oil lamp flame is visible. Two gold lion-head armrests flank the throne, with a tiger-striped cloth draped below. In the foreground left, a blurred person in a maroon-brown robe tends the lamp; at right, a person in white clothing sits with their back partly turned.2014-03-09March 20 20142014-03-20A photograph of a ritual scene before a golden throne-style peetha draped in red and maroon cushions with a tiger-skin cloth. Centrally on the throne hangs a framed portrait labelled "PARAMAHAMSA NITHYANANDA" showing a smiling figure in orange robes and an orange turban. A bald priest in an orange-brown cloth, with white markings on his forehead and arms and a beaded bracelet, holds up a tall silver multi-tiered aarti lamp with many lit oil lamps. In the foreground at right, a woman in a white hooded garment kneels in devotion before the throne. Above, a large red banner reads "Inner Awakening Haridwar" alongside a smaller framed image of a smiling woman in red and orange with a red turban and beaded necklaces. The setting appears to be an indoor hall with cream walls and a patterned red carpet.2012-01-09 +1 copiesA photograph of a ritual arati before a gilded throne-style dais with a tiger-skin cover and red cushions. A shaven-headed man in a maroon-brown robe, seen from behind, raises a lit oil lamp with his right arm. A woman in white clothes with a saffron shawl kneels on the right, facing the dais. Above the throne hangs a large printed portrait labelled "PARAMAHAMSA NITHYANANDA" showing a smiling man in a yellow-orange turban and saffron wrap. Behind the dais is a large orange banner reading "Inner Awakening" and "Haridwar". A small silver plate with offerings sits on the tiger-skin cover.2014-03-10A woman in white clothes sits on her knees at right, holding a lit oil lamp in front of an ornate golden peetha throne. Behind the throne is a large framed portrait labelled "PARAMAHAMSA NITHYANANDA" showing a smiling man in orange turban and orange robe with a red bindi, flanked by golden lion carvings and a tiger-skin cloth on the seat. Red velvet cushions, a silver plate with offerings and fruit, and blurred lamp flames fill the foreground. A red banner with partial text behind the portrait. The portrait is printed, so it is a depiction; the woman is the only physical person clearly visible at the right, with a blurred figure in white at left edge.2014-01-08January 09 20122012-01-09 +1 copiesA ceremonial scene before a golden throne-like seat flanked by two golden lion figures and a tiger-striped cloth. A large framed portrait labelled "PARAMAHAMSA NITHYANANDA" shows a smiling man in an orange turban and orange garments, displayed above the seat. A bald man in orange robes sits in the foreground, out of focus, beside a multi-tiered brass lamp with lit wicks. At right, a woman in white clothing kneels on a red-and-gold carpet, holding a small ritual item near the throne. Red cushions, a silver tray and a fruit offering sit on the platform, with a red banner reading "RIDWAR" above.2014-01-08A photograph in a hall decorated with a red banner reading "Inner Awakening Haridwar" and a smaller red-toned portrait of a smiling woman in red ornaments. At the centre stands an ornate gilded throne flanked by two golden lion figures, draped with a red cushion and a striped tiger skin. Above the throne hangs a framed portrait labelled "PARAMAHAMSA NITHYANANDA" showing a smiling man in a saffron turban and saffron robe. A woman in white clothing kneels on a patterned red carpet at the right, facing the throne and reaching toward a brass tray. At the left foreground, a man in saffron-orange robes with a shaved head sits with his back partly turned, beside a silver oil lamp with lit wicks.2014-01-06 +1 copiesJanuary 18 20142014-01-18 +1 copies