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A man in a white dhoti and white shawl sits on an ornate gold throne under a gold canopy, wearing a red and white beaded mala and gold necklace, with his right hand raised in a teaching gesture. Five people in white and cream clothes sit on the orange-carpeted stage before him, several with shaved heads and white dhotis, some holding brass plates and offerings. Two brass oil lamps flank the throne, a kalasha-like vessel and flower garlands decorate the stage, and a microphone stands at left. Orange drapes, black curtains with white streamers and a painted temple backdrop frame the scene.

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A photograph of a satsang on a raised stage. A man with long dark hair, wearing a white dhoti and shawl, a rudraksha mala and a gold necklace, sits on an ornate gold throne under a gold canopy, one hand raised in blessing. Five people sit on the floor before him: two shaved-headed men in white dhotis, one bare-chested with sacred markings, and three women in white saris with yellow borders. Brass oil lamps stand at both sides, with trays of flowers, kumkum and offerings on the orange floor. Orange drapes, garlands and white and dark-blue striped banners frame the backdrop, which shows a temple-style arch. A visible sign reads Nithyananda Paramashivam.2011-02-12A photograph of a stage event with a central figure seated on an ornate gold throne with a gold canopy above. The seated figure wears a white dhoti-style garment, a rudraksha mala and a gold necklace, with long hair swept back, and is gesturing with one raised hand. Probable Swamiji (probable) is seated on the throne, with cues of long hair, rudraksha mala and ornate gold necklace. Before the throne, four people sit on the orange floor cloth: two shaved-headed men in white, one wearing a white garment with a red-bordered cloth, and three women in white and yellow saris. Small brass and silver trays with offerings and flowers lie on the floor, and a brass oil lamp stands at the left side. Behind the throne hang orange drapes, garlands of multicoloured flowers, and a backdrop with a temple archway. A microphone stands at the left edge, and a stage banner in the corner reads Nithyananda Paramashivam.2011-02-12A seated man in white dhoti and shawl, with a rudraksha mala and gold necklace, sits on an ornate gold throne with lion-shaped armrests under a golden canopy, raising one hand in a teaching gesture. Orange drapes, garlands and striped white-and-black banners frame the stage. Before him, four people sit on the floor: two shaved-headed priests in white dhotis, and two women in white saris, with brass lamps and trays of offerings in front. A microphone stands at the left edge. The scene resembles a satsang or discourse. The throned figure's appearance is consistent with the Swamiji description, with long hair, rudraksha mala, and gold necklace, so the candidate is probable.2011-02-12A seated man in white ritual clothing with a red and white beaded necklace sits on an ornate gold throne with a gold canopy and orange cushions, on an orange-carpeted stage. Two shaved-headed men in white dhotis and a woman in white sari sit on the floor before the throne, with brass oil lamps and flower offerings at its base. Orange drapes, a black backdrop with white ribbon decorations, and flower garlands frame the stage, with brass lamp stands and ceremonial flags at the sides. The seated figure appears to be a Swamiji (probable), identified by long swept-back hair, a rudraksha-style necklace and the throne setting, while the others are devotees seated in a satsang setting.2011-02-12A stage set for a satsang: a long-haired man in white robes and a rudraksha mala sits on an ornate gold throne with a gold umbrella canopy, backed by a temple-gate photo backdrop and orange drapes with white tassels. Two shaved-headed men in white and one in orange sit on the orange-carpeted stage at the throne's base, and three women in white saris sit to the right with orange and purple cloths. A man in white with a gold necklace and a man in orange with a mala sit at a microphone and stand on the left, with brass lamps and a golden flag beside them. The man on the throne has long hair, a white dhoti and shawl, and a rudraksha mala, which is a distinctive cue of the presentation; this is an appearance-based candidate only.2011-02-12A stage set for a satsang with a large ornate golden throne (peetha) at centre, topped by a golden canopy. A seated figure in white dhoti and shawl with a beaded necklace sits on the throne. Five people in white ritual clothes sit on the orange carpet before it: two men at left, one in white with a bare upper body and a seated priest in white, and three women in white and yellow saris to the right, along with a man holding a bell or lamp. Flanking the stage are brass oil lamps (lamps) and tall gold-topped poles with triangular banners. Dark blue curtains hang at the sides, with white-and-black decorative streamers and orange drapes behind. A backdrop shows a temple pillar and deity imagery. The floor is reflective. Figure identity is not established by appearance.2011-02-12A photograph of a stage event with a central figure seated on an ornate gold throne with carved lion-like armrests and a golden canopy above. The seated man wears a white dhoti and a white upper cloth, with a rudraksha mala around his neck and a gold ceremonial necklace, and his right hand is raised in a teaching gesture. Five people sit cross-legged on the orange-draped stage floor in front of him: two shaved-headed men in white dhotis and one wearing a yellow-bordered white garment, and two women in white saris. Brass lamps stand on each side, flanked by ceremonial orange-and-red decorated banners and a gold flag. Behind the throne hang orange drapes, a garland of marigolds, and a backdrop showing a temple. Silver trays with offerings sit on the floor, and a microphone stands at the left edge. a person: the seated man wears a rudraksha mala and gold necklace on a throne.2011-02-12A seated man in a white dhoti and white shawl sits on an ornate gold throne with carved lion-like armrests, wearing a red and white bead necklace and a red tilak. Long dark hair falls to his shoulders and he rests his hands in his lap. Around the throne, several devotees in white and cream clothing and shaved-headed priests in white dhotis kneel and sit on the floor, some holding up small flames or lamp offerings toward him. Tall brass oil lamps stand on either side, and orange drapes with flower garlands frame a backdrop of painted temple architecture. The scene resembles a puja or satsang setting.2011-02-12A photograph of a seated man on an ornate gold throne with a carved crown-topped backrest, centred against a backdrop of painted temple architecture. He wears a white dhoti-style garment with a white shawl, a red rudraksha-style necklace with beaded strands, gold armbands and bangles, and a red mark on his forehead; his hands rest in his lap. Around the throne, brass oil lamps stand on either side, and orange fabric hangs from the top corners with garlands of flowers. In the foreground, several people in white ritual clothing sit on the floor facing him: one bald man in white holds a small object, others with white garments and gold-bordered cloth are seated in a group. A flower arrangement sits at the base of the throne. The scene resembles a formal satsang or puja setting. The man on the throne is shown as a person by the appearance cues of long swept-back hair, red mala necklaces and ceremonial gold adornment, seated in a place of honour.2011-02-12A man with long dark hair, wearing a white dhoti and white shawl, a rudraksha mala and a gold necklace, sits on an ornate gold throne with lion-head armrests, hands raised in a gesture of teaching. Seated at the foot of the throne are five people in white ritual clothing: a shaved-headed priest holding a small lamp or offering, and women in white saris with gold borders and one in a red shawl. Orange draped fabric hangs above, with flower garlands at the top corners. Behind the throne is a painted backdrop of temple architecture, and brass oil lamps stand on either side.2011-02-12A photograph of a seated man on an ornate gold throne with a carved crown-like back, dressed in white with a red dot on his forehead, rudraksha beads and a gold necklace, long hair swept back, hands folded in his lap. Flanking the throne, brass lamps and a flower garland hang on a backdrop of temple pillars and orange drapes. Four or five devotees in white and orange sit on the floor before him, some holding flower petals or offerings near the throne, and a small tray of flowers rests on the stone platform. The scene suggests a satsang in progress, with the seated figure as the focal point and the devotees in attendance. The man on the throne has distinctive swept-back hair, rudraksha mala and ceremonial gold necklace, consistent with the appearance of Swamiji (probable) seated in a ceremonial role.2011-02-12A photograph of a seated figure on an ornate gold throne with a red cushioned seat and a golden canopy, dressed in saffron-orange robes with a rudraksha mala and gold necklace. Before the throne, several people sit on orange floor mats: a girl in green, young women in white and cream dress, and boys in white dhotis with yellow and red borders. Brass oil lamps, bells and a metal offering plate stand on the platform, and gold-and-red ceremonial umbrellas flank the stage. The backdrop shows a painted temple pillar scene. The figure's identity is uncertain from appearance alone.2011-02-11