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A photograph of a temple-style pavilion with a white stone shrine holding a deity murti of a seated goddess and a standing figure, decorated with marigold and multicolour garlands and a red backdrop. In front, a figure in saffron-orange robes and beaded necklaces sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne, flanked by a video camera on a tripod. Around the front, a large group of seated devotees in white dhotis with maroon borders, many with shaved heads, face the throne, while others in orange robes sit to the sides beneath an open metal roof with orange curtains.

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A photograph of an outdoor satsang hall under a corrugated roof. A seated figure in saffron-orange robes and a leopard-print shawl sits on a gold ornate throne at the centre, in front of a large deity murti of a seated couple dressed in red and blue with garlands of marigold and flowers. Gold oil lamps stand on either side of the shrine. Rows of seated devotees in white dhotis and shirts, some in saffron, face the throne from the foreground. A camera on a tripod stands at the right beside a railing, and a green and yellow banner hangs at the left edge.2010-11-09October 30 20102010-10-30A morning satsang held in an open-sided pavilion with a corrugated roof and a decorated pillar draped in a colourful textile with a white dove emblem. At the centre, a richly ornamented golden shrine houses a deity murti with a red crown, flanked by gold-framed panels. Seated on a raised golden throne in front of the shrine is a figure in saffron-orange robes, appearing to be Swamiji (probable), with long dark hair and a pale garland. Rows of devotees in white dhoti-style clothing with red-and-white shawls sit cross-legged on the floor facing the dais, several with shaved heads. Metal railings separate the seated audience from the walkway, and a camera on a tripod is visible at the right.2010-11-01 +1 copiesWide photograph of an open-sided hall during a morning satsang. A seated figure in orange robes sits on a raised golden throne-like seat before a shrine with a large deity murti of a goddess-form figure with garlands, flanked by golden lamp stands and a red-and-white canopy. Rows of devotees in white ritual clothes sit on mats facing the dais, some bald-headed, many with shoulders bare or draped in white cloth. A tall decorative banner in red, green and yellow hangs at left, and a metal railing separates the seating from the walkway. A loudspeaker and camera stand are visible.2010-11-01A photograph of a public satsang held in an open-sided pavilion before a shrine with a large deity murti of a goddess pair, decorated with garlands and framed by a red and gold arch. A seated figure in an orange robe and a patterned shawl sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne at the centre, with a video camera on a tripod nearby. In the foreground, rows of devotees sit on the floor in white dhotis and white shirts, some with shaved heads, and a hanging yellow and green cloth edges the left side. Orange curtains, potted greenery and a metal railing complete the scene.2010-11-09Outdoor temple-style satsang under a canopy with a white shrine structure behind. A deity murti pair stands on a raised red-draped platform, garlanded with marigolds, one figure holding a trident. In front, a seated figure in saffron/orange robes sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne, speaking to the gathering while a video camera on a tripod films. Many devotees in white dhotis and shawls with maroon borders sit on the floor in rows, several bare-chested, facing the throne. Gold-framed decorative pillars with colourful patterned fabric frame the left edge, and a metal railing separates the seated audience on the right. Some devotees wear orange garments. Dense greenery is visible beyond the structure. A caption on the seated figure's presentation is not visible; the figure is shown with a distinctive appearance but identity is uncertain from appearance alone, so it is described by role.2010-10-30November 02 20102010-11-02A photograph of an outdoor satsang set before a large stone shrine with a pair of seated deity murtis dressed in yellow and purple garments, adorned with garlands of purple and yellow flowers. In the centre, a man in an orange robe and rudraksha mala sits on a gold-framed throne with a red cushion, speaking into a microphone. Before him sit a large assembly of people, mostly shaved-headed men in white dhotis and cloths with red borders, seated on the ground behind metal railings. Camera tripods and a video camera stand at the right, and orange and red striped curtains frame the shrine. Count of visible people is large.2010-11-01A seated figure in saffron-orange robes and a rudraksha mala sits on an ornate gold throne with red cushions in front of a temple shrine with carved pillars and orange curtains. Behind him stands a deity murti with a crown and garlands. Around the throne, several devotees in white and yellow-trimmed clothing sit on mats, some holding small cups and leaves, during a pada puja style gathering. Greenery is visible beyond the railings.2010-08-06A photograph of a satsang stage set with a golden throne at centre. A man in saffron-orange robes with a rudraksha-style red-and-white bead mala sits cross-legged on a red-cushioned golden throne. Beside him stand gold-and-red decorated deity murti figures draped in garlands, with orange and white pennants above. Below the stage, many men in white dhotis and shawls, some bare-chested, sit on the floor facing the stage, several wearing headphones. Two video cameras on tripods film from the right side of the stage, and a speaker sits nearby.2010-11-19 +1 copiesA photograph of a crowded open-air satsang pavilion with a corrugated roof and steel trusses. In the centre, a seated figure in orange robes sits on a red-cushioned throne in front of a large golden deity murti of Shiva with a trident and a seated consort, set against a red drape and stone arches. A camera on a tripod stands beside the throne. In the foreground, many devotees sit on the floor with their backs to the camera, mostly women in white clothing with dark hair pulled back, some in coloured saris. A decorated red, blue and yellow banner hangs from the roof on the right, and steel railings line the walkway.2010-11-06May 26 20172017-05-26