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Photograph of a crowded evening satsang in an indoor hall. A figure on the left wears a saffron-orange turban and saffron robe, with long dark hair and a beard, seated and raising one hand in blessing toward a kneeling elderly devotee in white clothes with a forehead mark. Around them, many men and women in white shirts, dhotis and sarees press close with hands folded in namaste. A white cloth covers the foreground edge and a logo appears in the upper left corner.

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May 28 20222022-05-28Night photo of a crowd gathered closely around a seated figure in saffron. The central figure in the right foreground wears a saffron-orange turban and a sleeveless saffron-orange robe with a rudraksha mala, extending one arm toward the crowd. Beside them, a man in a white shirt with a dark rudraksha-style necklace leans in, while devotees in white and checked shirts crowd around, some looking on attentively and a young girl at the left edge. The figure's long hair is visible and the setting appears to be an outdoor gathering at night.2008-05-09Night photo at an outdoor event with a crowd of devotees in white shirts, dhotis and saris. In the foreground right, a figure in a saffron-orange turban and sleeveless saffron robe with long dark hair stands on a raised platform, reaching out to touch the forehead of a seated man in a white shirt. Beside him, a young monk in saffron robes stands with a shaved head. Speakers, a cooler and white plastic chairs are visible in the background. Probable Swamiji is visible through orange turban, long hair and saffron robe, and is the one bestowing blessing on the devotee.2008-05-10May 09 20082008-05-09A photograph of an evening gathering under a tent or pavilion with bright lights. A seated figure in an orange turban and orange sleeveless robe with long curly dark hair and a row of rudraksha-style beads places one hand on the head of a man kneeling in front. Behind them a crowd of devotees in white shirts and dhotis stands and watches, and a woman with a red bindi and gold necklace presses her palms together at left. A man in a white shirt wears a dark bead mala. The orange-clad figure is presented as a person by appearance cues including the orange turban, long hair and saffron robe, in a blessing role. The crowd appears to number about 21-100 people.2008-05-09May 09 20082008-05-09A crowded nighttime outdoor scene in which a man in an orange-saffron turban and orange cloth wrap, seated on a metal chair with long swept-back dark hair and a bare upper body, is pointing and speaking toward an older man in white shirt and trousers who bows forward with hands joined in front of his chest. A younger man in white shirt points back at the seated figure, and a uniformed officer in khaki stands nearby. Behind them a large crowd of men in white shirts and dhotis, some wearing rudraksha-style beads, presses in under dim light.2007-01-12Night outdoor event with a crowd of devotees in white and pale clothing behind a railing. On the right, a figure in a saffron-orange turban, sleeveless saffron top and a long swept-back dark hair and rudraksha beads seated on a white-covered seat, extending an arm toward devotees. In front, a man in a white shirt and white dhoti with a rudraksha mala has palms pressed together. A young man in orange sits beside him, and a kneeling devotee in a patterned shirt bows with folded hands. Speakers and a light stand are visible behind.2008-05-10May 09 20082008-05-09A dense crowd of men in white dhotis and shirts presses around a central figure wearing an orange-red turban and a yellow-and-saffron patterned garment with long dark hair and beads. The central figure stands with palms pressed together in namaste, greeting those around. Many faces are visible; some men hold their hands raised in greeting. The setting appears to be an outdoor evening gathering with lights and a building behind. A man beside him wears a white shirt and white dhoti with an orange cloth over his shoulder, and an older bearded man in glasses stands nearby.2003-11-09A photograph of a seated figure in an orange turban and orange sleeveless robe with long, loose dark hair and a dark rudraksha-style mala, extending an arm toward a crowd. A figure dressed in orange, with a long dark mala and long hair, appears to be a person, leaning forward and gesturing toward a gathered group. Around them, devotees in white shirts and dhotis, one man in a green shirt, and an elderly woman in a dark shawl sit or stand close together. Nearby, a seated man in orange and white holds a bowl or offering. Several people in the crowd wear white, and some wear glasses.2008-05-09A photograph of a crowded indoor satsang hall with many people seated and standing. In the centre-right, a person in a bright orange turban, red sleeveless top and orange wrap sits on a white-draped platform, extending a hand toward a devotee. Long dark hair falls past the shoulders, and the figure wears a saffron wrap and orange garments. Around them, devotees in white shirts, orange shawls and saris press close, some with hands folded or touching the person. A bald man in orange robes sits at the right edge beside flower decorations. Fluorescent lights and a wall fan are visible at the top. Appearance-based label: Swamiji (probable), with saffron turban, long hair and orange wrap as cues, shown as an in-person satsang participant receiving devotees.2008-10-15