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A discourse hall with a red draped backdrop. A figure in orange robes sits on an ornate orange-and-gold throne at the back, speaking into a microphone. Dozens of seated devotees in white clothes with yellow shawls fill the floor on orange mats and purple-patterned rugs, with a video camera on a tripod at right and a projection screen at left. Several bags sit on the floor in the foreground.

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A seated satsang in a hall with red curtains and an orange-cushioned throne at the front. A figure in orange robes sits on the throne, while another figure in orange stands or sits beside it. Dozens of people in white clothes sit on orange and blue mats facing the front; some men wear yellow-striped sashes and several women wear white saris. A video camera on a tripod records the gathering, and ceiling fans and a decorated pillar with painted elephants hang overhead.2010-09-06September 06 20102010-09-06September 06 20102010-09-06September 06 20102010-09-06September 06 20102010-09-06A photograph of a discourse hall with a raised stage. On a golden throne-like chair with red cushions sits a person in orange robes, seated at the upper left, with flower vases on side tables. Rows of seated devotees fill the orange-and-striped mats on the floor; many wear white clothes, with some men in white and a few with yellow shawls. A video camera on a tripod films the stage, and a projection screen hangs on the wall behind. Water bottles and a wooden book stand sit in the foreground.2010-09-03A seated group of devotees in white ritual clothing sits on orange mats in a hall facing a raised stage. On the stage, a figure in orange robes with long hair sits on an orange upholstered throne-like chair with a small flower arrangement beside it. Several devotees in white kurtas and dhotis sit in rows in the foreground, some with their backs to the camera, while women in white and one in an orange shawl sit on the right. A man in orange robes sits at the right edge near a cushion. Ceiling fans, a white board on a stand, and a colourful decorated pillar with elephant motifs frame the room. The figure on the throne wears long swept-back hair and orange clothing, which is a distinctive presentation cue. This is a photograph.2010-10-31 +1 copiesA wide view from the back of a large white-tented hall where a seated audience in white clothing sits on orange mats facing a raised stage. On the stage a figure in orange robes sits on an ornate orange throne before a dark red curtain with gold trim, with a microphone stand and a camera on a tripod in the foreground. Several monks with shaved heads and white garments sit in the front rows, and women in white and pastel saris sit to the right. Colourful striped pillars hang from the tent ceiling beside rows of ceiling fans, and a projection screen stands at left.2010-09-06A satsang hall with an orange cushioned throne on a raised white platform at left, where a figure in saffron-orange robes with long dark hair sits facing a seated congregation. Dozens of devotees sit cross-legged on orange and blue striped mats wearing white dhotis and kurtas with yellow shawls, some in plain white and red-orange cloth. A video camera on a tripod films the gathering, a fan stands at left, and a pot of flowers sits on a small table. Hanging decorative banners with patterns and yellow fabric drape from the white ceiling.2010-10-17Interior hall with a red velvet curtain backdrop. A figure in orange robes sits on an ornate golden throne at left-front, speaking into a microphone on a stand. Rows of seated attendees face the stage on orange and blue mats: most wear white clothing with yellow shawls or orange sashes, and several are shaven-headed. Overhead hang decorative fabric panels with patterned columns, ceiling fans and fluorescent lights. A framed deity picture hangs on the right wall, and a small altar or table with flowers sits near the back. Eight-plus attendees visible, several partially seen at the edges.2010-09-06A photograph of a discourse hall with a large audience seated on orange and striped mats facing a raised white stage. On the stage, a figure in orange robes sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne with flower arrangements beside it. Most of the audience wears white clothes, with some in yellow and blue; many have shaved heads. A video camera on a tripod and a projection screen are visible, and colourful decorative tassels hang from the ceiling. The seated figure on the throne has long hair and an orange garment, a probable Swamiji (probable) presenting the discourse as a teacher to attentive devotees.2010-09-01A seated audience faces a stage at an indoor programme. On a raised platform, a figure in orange robes sits on a yellow armchair with dark trim, a microphone stand beside it. Many attendees in white ritual clothing and some in orange or brown sit cross-legged on the floor, viewed from behind. A projection screen hangs at upper right, and a red curtain backs the stage. A person in an orange robe sits in the mid-right, and an attendee in a grey shirt rests a hand on their head. The presentation suggests a satsang or discourse session.2009-12-10