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A photograph of an indoor satsang stage under a decorated ceiling with strings of white flowers and bulbs. A man in saffron/orange robes and a matching saffron head wrap sits on a red cushioned throne draped with white garlands, with a mala-like garland around his neck; the figure appears to be the a person candidate. Around him, several devotees sit on the floor: women and men in saffron and white garments. Two standing men in white shirts and a man in a red shirt stand behind the throne. A brass oil lamp with a flame stands at the left edge, and a small tray with flowers and offerings sits on the floor. Behind the stage hangs a blue banner with yellow Tamil lettering. A fan is visible at right.

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2002 - Glimpses From Various Programs2002-01-01July 05 20022002-07-05A photograph of a seated figure on a red and gold throne-like seat (peetha) in a hall with a painted ceiling and string lights. The central figure wears an orange-saffron turban and robe, a long white-and-red floral garland, and holds a small book or paper. Around him, several people sit on the floor in orange shawls and white clothes; a bearded man in white kneels before him, and standing men in white shirts and white dhotis watch, one holding a microphone stand. A blue-banded banner behind reads a Tamil-language phrase with the word for meditation (dhyana peetham). Trays, flowers and a brass lamp are on the floor in front. The scene suggests a satsang or healing gathering. The central figure is shown in orange clothing with a turban and garland, consistent with the page's description, but his identity is not established from appearance, so the a person field is unsure.2002-07-07 +1 copiesA photograph of a ceremonial welcome inside a room with a navy banner bearing large yellow Tamil lettering and marigold and rose garlands strung above. A seated man in a saffron-orange turban and saffron robe, draped with long garlands of yellow, red and white flowers, sits on a red-cushioned throne-style chair. A woman in an orange blouse and white sari with gold border, with white flowers in her hair, holds a brass plate with a lit flame toward him, while a man in a white shirt holds a second plate with a flame. A woman in a white patterned sari and a man in a white shirt stand nearby, and a man in a blue shirt stands at the right edge. Fruit sits on the floor below the throne. Probable Swamiji, seated on the throne with saffron turban, saffron robe and floral garlands, receiving the aarti.2002-07-07 +1 copiesA photograph of a satsang event in a hall with a red-and-gold decorated seat and a dark blue banner with yellow Tamil lettering. A figure in saffron robes and a saffron head wrap sits centred on a red throne-like seat draped with white and orange garlands, palms pressed together in greeting. Several people in saffron shawls sit on the floor before him, some with hands extended toward his feet. Standing behind are men in white shirts and white dhotis, plus a bearded man in a dark red top. A microphone stand is at left and a brass tray with offerings sits at the lower right. Ceiling lights with festoon decorations hang overhead.2002-07-07 +2 copiesA photograph inside a decorated hall with a painted ceiling and string lights. A seated figure in saffron-orange robes, a saffron head cloth, and a wooden rudraksha mala sits on a red throne garlanded with white flowers and a flower-topped crown, raising one hand in blessing. A young boy in a grey shirt kneels at the throne with palms joined beside a woman in an orange-and-peach sari holding flowers. Standing behind them are men in white shirts and dark trousers, and a seated man in a maroon robe appears at the right. A blue banner with yellow Tamil lettering hangs behind the throne.2002-07-07 +1 copiesJuly 05 20022002-07-05 +1 copiesA photograph inside a decorated hall at a satsang event. A seated man in an orange-saffron robe and orange turban, with a gold-coloured necklace and a garland of white and red flowers, sits on a red ornate throne with his bare feet resting on a red cushion. Two white-clad people kneel and bow near a brass oil lamp on the left, one woman in white with a white garland and one man in white. A woman in a yellow sari holds a microphone and gestures, and two men in white stand behind, one with a mala. A large blue banner with Tamil lettering and a garlanded red-and-gold arch are in the background, with hanging string lights overhead. Fruit sits at the base of the throne. The seated man's appearance is consistent with the page's Swamiji claim, with orange robe, turban and garland cues, so the candidate is labelled probable.2002-07-07A photograph of a stage event at a satsang hall, with a banner behind reading in Tamil and a yellow dove logo. A man in white dhoti and shirt stands at left holding a microphone, with a long dark beard and a wristwatch. Seated on a large red and gold throne is a figure in saffron-orange robes with a saffron head cloth, a rudraksha mala, and a purple shawl draped over the chair, wearing a long garland of white flowers and red blooms. Behind them another man in white holds a microphone to his face, and a person in white is partly visible at the top. A brass bowl sits on a patterned table, and ornate red-and-gold ceiling decorations hang above with bulb lights. a person: the seated figure wears saffron robes, a saffron head cloth, rudraksha mala and purple shawl while seated on the throne as the honoured guest.2002-07-07A seated figure in an orange-gold silk robe and saffron turban sits on a red throne draped with white and red flower garlands, placing one hand on the head of a man bent low in a white shirt and white dhoti with folded hands. Behind, a standing man in white shirt with rudraksha mala and glasses watches, and other men in white clothing stand nearby. A navy banner with large yellow Tamil lettering and a small framed lotus-like emblem hang behind the throne. The scene resembles a blessing or darshan moment at an event.2002-07-07 +2 copiesA seated figure in saffron-orange robes and an orange head wrap sits on a red-cushioned throne decorated with white and red flower garlands, hands joined in greeting. A woman in white sari with a red bead necklace holds a silver plate with a lit flame, performing aarti. A man in white dhoti drapes a shimmering lavender-silver shawl over the seated figure's shoulders. Other men in white stand behind. The setting is a hall with a painted ceiling and a blue banner with Tamil text above. a person: the seated figure wears saffron robes, an orange turban and a rudraksha mala, and is being honoured on a throne.2002-07-07July 05 20022002-07-05 +2 copies