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A photograph of a large devotional gathering on a stage, with many seated participants on a blue floor facing a decorated altar. A seated figure in saffron and orange robes sits on an ornate throne at the left, framed by a richly decorated backdrop of colourful garlands in red, yellow and green. Many women in white saris and white clothing sit in rows, some wearing rudraksha malas. Men in white dhotis and orange shawls sit in the foreground, and a bald man with a red-and-white shawl sits near the front. Brass pots and flower offerings are placed in front of the altar. The scene suggests satsang or a puja gathering. Approximately 60 to 80 people are visible.

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A photograph of a large seated gathering on a stage at a satsang, with a central figure seated on an ornate golden throne draped in colourful flower garlands. The seated figure wears an orange and red robe. Many devotees sit on the floor facing the stage, mostly women in white and cream saris and dhotis, with some in pink and red. Several people in the foreground wear saffron and white sannyasi-style cloths and rudraksha beads. Water bottles and small brass plates with offerings sit on the floor, and a red curtain hangs at the right side of the stage.2018-01-09January 09 20182018-01-09January 09 20182018-01-09January 09 20182018-01-09January 09 20182018-01-09January 09 20182018-01-09A large crowd of women in white and cream saris with maroon and red borders sits cross-legged on the floor in a dim, red-draped hall facing a raised seat. On the right, a figure in saffron-orange robes sits on an ornate, gold-and-red decorated throne beneath an illuminated temple-style backdrop with a flower garland, while brass lamps, plates and offerings are set before the seated women. Many attendees wear rudraksha malas and gold necklaces. Several people stand at the back near the red curtain. The setting suggests a ritual or satsang gathering, though no specific ceremony is clearly visible.2018-01-03January 03 20182018-01-03A photograph of a large indoor satsang hall under stage lights, with a crowd seated on the floor facing a decorated stage. On the right, an elaborate arch of white, red and yellow flower garlands frames a seated deity murti dressed in ornate attire. Many devotees wear white and cream clothing, with women in pink and red saris and some in white dhotis and shawls, many with hands folded in anjali. Near the front, a person in a dark-red shirt and cream clothing sits beside a small brass tray of offerings. Red chairs are scattered among the seated audience, and a backdrop of glowing orange lights fills the right side.2018-01-09A large crowd of devotees sits on the floor of a red-draped hall facing a raised ornate throne decorated with gold, a canopy, flower garlands and string lights. A bare-chested man in saffron-orange cloth sits on the throne, with a red and gold seat behind him. Devotees in white dhotis and white garments with saffron-orange shoulder cloths and rudraksha malas sit in rows, most seen from behind. A woman in a red top stands at the back of the hall. Purple-lit lotus designs decorate a side panel.2018-01-03Photograph of a dense ceremonial gathering in a red-draped hall, with a seated figure on an ornate raised throne at the right, dressed in red and gold and holding a long staff, flanked by garlands, flower arrangements, a canopy and string lights. Many devotees sit on the floor facing the stage, mostly women in white and cream saris with gold borders and beaded necklaces, along with men in white dhotis and shawls. Oil lamps and a small offering tray with flowers sit in the foreground. The page describes a Mahasadashivoham satsang session, but the figure's appearance does not clearly match the page's claim, so identity is uncertain; roles are given instead. Around 100 people are visible.2018-01-03A photograph of a satsang hall where a seated figure in saffron-orange robes sits on an ornate golden throne on a raised stage, backed by a large backdrop of a temple gopuram with deity murti. Devotees in white and cream clothing sit on the floor in rows before the stage, many with dark hair, some wearing saris and white garments. Other saffron-robed attendants sit near the stage edge, with cameras on tripods at the side and a decorative banner hanging from the ceiling. Several people in the foreground are seen from behind.2010-10-29