Building Rajneeshpuram

The Sannyasins found a loophole in Oregon's zoning laws, allowing them to incorporate their own city, Rajneeshpuram, with minimal requirements. As they rapidly constructed buildings and infrastructure to support their growing community, they faced legal challenges from environmental groups concerned about their agricultural zoning. Undeterred, the Sannyasins embraced their work as a form of meditation, dedicating themselves to the city's development despite the looming threat of lawsuits.