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A photograph of a large hall where a crowd of devotees sits cross-legged on orange mats facing a raised white stage. Most attendees wear white or cream sarees and dhotis with yellow or gold borders, while several women in the foreground wear orange or red garments; one woman at right wears a red shawl. On the stage a figure in orange sits on a gold ornate throne with a red cushioned backrest, in front of a large backdrop showing a deity murti or ornate temple imagery. A man in white stands near the stage steps, and a few shaved-head monastic figures in orange sit among the front rows. Projector screens, speakers, camera tripods and small offering trays with flowers and lamps are visible.

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A satsang hall viewed from the back of a seated audience of devotees on mats, many in white and cream clothing with yellow or orange borders and orange saris, with women's hair in braids and buns. On a raised stage a figure seated on a golden throne with a red cushion and a golden canopy sits before a backdrop projection of a temple gopuram with a deity murti. A man in white stands near the stage steps and a camera on a tripod records the event. Offering plates and steel vessels sit before the audience, with white side drapes and red and blue curtains behind the stage.2011-02-02A large hall filled with seated devotees on orange and white mats, facing a raised stage. Many attendees wear white and cream clothes with gold or yellow borders, some in orange and red saris, and several have long dark hair pulled back. In the foreground a woman in a white top and red shawl sits with her back to the camera. On the stage, a central figure sits on a gold ornate throne before a large backdrop displaying a deity murti, with a small golden offering arrangement in front. Projector screens hang on the side walls and a camera on a tripod records the event. The scene suggests a satsang gathering, though the seated figure's features are not clearly visible.2011-02-02November 12 20102010-11-12A photograph of a large hall where many people sit cross-legged on orange and white mats, facing a raised stage at the far end. Most are dressed in white with some in orange, yellow and red garments; several have long dark hair and some wear white shawls. Small brass plates and offerings sit on the mats in front of them. On the stage, a figure in a gold-coloured robe sits on an ornate golden throne before a decorated backdrop, with a deity murti and floral decorations nearby. Two large projection screens flank the stage, and the ceiling is draped with grey fabric and fitted with lights and fans. A slim banner with coloured patterns hangs at the left wall.2011-02-02A large hall with many seated devotees on the floor, most in white and cream saris and dhotis with gold borders, some in pink, purple and orange. They face a raised stage where a figure in saffron-orange robes sits on a golden throne in front of a decorated backdrop with deity murtis. Several devotees in the foreground hold brass lamps and plates, and small oil lamps are lit on the floor. Camera tripods and a video camera stand near the stage, with coloured ceremonial hangings and a projection screen on the walls. The scene suggests a satsang or public talk. Roughly 60 to 80 people are visible.2010-10-26A large indoor hall with white draped ceiling and ceiling fans hosts a seated satsang. Many devotees, mostly women in white and cream saris and some in pink, purple and orange, sit cross-legged on mats facing a raised stage. On the stage a figure in orange robes sits at the centre of a decorated dais with flowers and a deity murti backdrop, flanked by attendants in white. Oil lamps and brass plates with offerings sit before the rows. Projection screens hang on either side, and colourful hanging ornaments decorate the walls.2010-10-26A seated audience in white and orange clothing faces a raised stage at a satsang hall. On a gilded golden throne with a red cushion sits a figure in orange-red robes, visible from the back of the audience. Behind the stage a large screen shows a photograph of an ornate temple with carved stone pillars and a deity murti. White swagged drapery and a maroon curtain frame the stage, with projection screens on each side and camera equipment at the left edge. Several audience members wear white saris and shawls, and one woman wears a red shawl in the foreground.2011-02-02A photograph of a seated congregation facing a raised stage in a hall. Many devotees sit cross-legged on orange mats, mostly women in white or cream saris with yellow or orange borders, plus a few in green, purple and red. On the stage, a figure in orange clothing sits on a gold and red throne flanked by gold lion or animal statues and ornate deity murti decorated with flower garlands, with a gold kalasha-like stand and gold ceremonial staffs nearby. A projector screen hangs on the left and camera tripods stand at the side. Plates and offering trays sit on the floor among the devotees.2010-11-12A large hall photographed from behind a seated audience of many devotees, mostly women, dressed in white and cream saris with gold borders, with some in pink, purple and maroon. Many sit cross-legged on mats with small oil lamps and brass plates before them. On a raised stage at the far end, a figure in orange clothing sits on a gold throne before a backdrop with painted deity murti panels, flanked by several seated attendants in white and orange. Colourful woven hanging decorations hang from the ceiling and a camera on a tripod records the scene.2010-10-26 +1 copiesA large hall with a crowd of seated devotees on the floor in white and cream clothes with gold borders, many women in saris and some men in white dhotis, facing a raised stage. On the stage, a figure in orange robes sits on an ornate gold throne with a red cushion and a red-orange draped back, flanked by attendants in orange and white. Oil lamps and small brass dishes sit in front of the devotees, and video cameras on tripods film the scene. A deity murti and a painted backdrop with colourful divine figures are visible at the upper right, with a projection screen and orange and yellow hanging banners at the top left. Devotees appear to be in a satsang-style gathering.2010-10-26July 23 20162016-07-23November 25 20102010-11-25