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A seated assembly of devotees fills a carpeted hall during a satsang. At the centre, a man sits on a red-cushioned throne-style chair, wearing an orange robe, a red turban-style cloth, and a long rudraksha mala with a gold pendant. Behind him stands a trident on a metal stand and a decorative autumn-coloured tree. Devotees wear white kurta-style clothing with red-and-white shawls draped over their shoulders, seated cross-legged on striped woven mats. A few children sit in the foreground. Framed displays line the back wall. The seated central figure's identity cannot be confirmed from appearance alone, so he is described by role as the seated teacher on the throne.

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A large satsang hall with a seated figure on a raised throne at the centre, wearing a saffron-orange turban and a beaded rudraksha mala, with a trident (trishul) standing beside the seat. Around him sit dozens of devotees on the floor in white clothes with red-and-orange shawls draped over their shoulders, many wearing dark blindfolds. The floor is covered with colourful woven rugs. Behind them stands a row of display panels and a large autumn-coloured tree installation, with a few people standing at the edges.2015-07-03July 04 20152015-07-04 +1 copiesA photograph of a large satsang hall where a seated, central figure in saffron and orange robes with a red turban and a beaded mala sits on an elevated platform before a seated assembly. Many participants in white clothes and orange-red shawls sit in rows on striped red, green and blue mats, many wearing dark blindfolds. Behind the central figure stands a decorative autumn-leaf tree and display shelves. The hall is spacious and bright, with a small audio setup at the front. The page excerpt describes a Nithya Satsang, but the visible scene shows an assembly seated for a session.2015-07-03A large indoor hall filled with seated devotees in white clothes and red-and-orange shawls, arranged in rows facing a central figure. A person in orange-saffron robes with a red head covering sits on an elevated brown throne-like chair at the centre, with a microphone in front. Some attendees are shaved-headed men in white and red, others are women in white, cream and yellow saris, many with long hair. Behind the dais stand display booths with framed panels and a decorative autumn-tinged tree with orange foliage, and purple patterned wall panels overhead. Warm lights illuminate the room.2015-07-13A large hall packed with seated devotees in white ritual clothing and red-and-orange shawls, sitting on the floor in rows facing a raised central dais. A figure seated on the dais at the front is partly visible, wearing orange clothing, with a dark wooden seat and a tall ornamental tree decoration behind. Chandeliers hang from the ceiling, purple panels line the back wall, and small displays or stalls stand along the sides. Many attendees are bald-headed men and women with long hair, some holding books, and several sit on red and white mats. The gathering appears to be a satsang or initiation session in a conference-style hall.2015-07-13 +1 copiesJuly 09 20152015-07-09July 08 20152015-07-08A large satsang hall with many seated devotees in white clothing and red-orange shawls, facing a central figure seated on an elevated ornate throne. The seated figure wears a red turban, saffron-orange robes, and beaded necklaces, with a ceremonial staff in front. Participants sit on colourful striped woven mats and cushions on a white floor, with some children in the foreground, one wearing red shawl and white kurta. Bottles of water rest on the floor. A discourse or vakayartha sadas is taking place with attendees listening attentively.2015-07-03July 11 20152015-07-11July 03 20152015-07-03 +1 copiesJuly 13 20152015-07-13A large hall with cream walls and framed display panels behind a seated group, with a stylised orange-leafed tree installation above a raised seat. A seated figure in saffron-orange clothing and a red-orange head covering sits in an ornate chair beside a tall trident, with a beaded mala visible at the chest. Around him, many people in white kurtas and red-and-maroon shawls sit cross-legged on a colourful striped rug, most wearing black blindfolds. Some are children, and a few women wear white and patterned clothing. The atmosphere is that of a structured group session, with the seated figure appearing to lead the gathering; the blindfolded participants suggest a guided exercise.2015-07-03 +1 copies