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A satsang stage with a central figure seated on an ornate gold-and-red throne (peetha) set against a floral garland arch of orange, red and white blooms and a dark blue curtain. The seated figure wears white robes with a white shawl and a long swept-back hairstyle, matching the page's a person cues, so this is an appearance-based a person. Four seated disciples face him on a white-draped platform: two in white with orange shawls on the left and two in white with orange sashes on the right. Brass oil lamps (lamps) with flames stand on either side, and a ceiling fan and lights are overhead.

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December 06 20102010-12-06December 06 20102010-12-06A photograph of a stage set for a satsang. A man in white clothing sits cross-legged on an ornate gold throne with a red cushioned seat, set before a floral arch of orange, red and white flowers over a gold backdrop. Around the stage, several people sit on white-covered platforms: some wear white with orange shawls and others wear white. Brass oil lamps with lit flames stand on both sides, and dark blue drapes hang behind. The central figure's appearance is not clearly established from the image, so his identity is unsure. Several seated attendants and devotees are visible.2010-12-06December 06 20102010-12-06December 06 20102010-12-06A seated figure on an ornate gold throne with a red cushioned seat sits centrally on a white-draped stage, with a floral arch of green foliage and red and yellow flowers behind. A man in white dhoti and white garment sits on the throne with one hand raised in a teaching gesture. Six people sit on white mats on the stage floor facing him: several wear white clothes and some wear orange-red shawls. Brass oil lamps with lit flames stand on both sides, and a dark blue curtain hangs behind. The setting looks like a satsang with the seated teacher giving a talk to attendees.2010-12-06A photograph of a satsang on a raised stage with a dark blue draped backdrop. A seated central figure sits on an ornate gold throne with red cushions, framed by a floral arch of orange, pink and white flowers and a gold cloth. The figure wears white robes, a gold necklace and a rudraksha-style mala, with long dark hair; this is a probable Swamiji appearance-based candidate. Flanking the throne are gold lamp stands with lit oil lamps. Six people sit on white sheets in front: two men and four women, several in saffron/orange shawls and white clothing, seated in devotee posture before the dais. Ceiling fans and metal fixtures are visible above.2010-12-06December 06 20102010-12-06A seated man in white dhoti with bare chest and a gold-beaded mala necklace sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne (peetha) at centre stage, hands raised in a gesture of greeting or blessing. Long dark hair falls to his shoulders and a tilak mark is on his forehead; the throne is framed by a semicircular arch of fresh marigolds and roses in red, orange, yellow and white over gold drapery. Two women in white saris with saffron-orange shawls sit with palms pressed together on the left, and three more women in white and orange sit on the right, all in prayer posture. Swamiji (probable) appears as the central figure, identified by the distinctive long hair, rudraksha-style gold mala and ceremonial throne; the seated figure is presented as the teacher of a satsang gathering on a white-draped stage.2010-12-06December 06 20102010-12-06A seated figure in orange robes and an orange shawl sits on an ornate throne draped with flower garlands in white, yellow, orange and purple, wearing a rudraksha mala and a gold necklace. Before the throne, several women in white and cream saris and a man in white dhoti with a shawl sit on the stage in devotional posture, some with hands folded. Brass oil lamps stand on both sides, and a golden bull figure with a garland sits at left beside a standing deity figure in red. A dark blue curtain forms the backdrop with an orange banner hanging at right. The scene is a ritual gathering on a temple stage.2010-12-28A stage at a temple-style event with a seated figure in saffron-orange robes and a rudraksha mala, seated on a throne decorated with colourful garlands of marigolds and white flowers. Several women in white and cream saris sit on the floor in front of the throne, some with hands folded, with brass plates and offerings before them. To the left, a standing devotee in white dhoti and a golden-cloth-draped figure stand beside a golden peacock-style seat and a garlanded statue of a deity in red. Tall brass oil lamps burn on both sides, and a blue drape hangs behind with an orange and red banner above. A man in white sits with hands joined at a microphone stand at the lower left. The scene suggests a satsang or puja.2010-12-28