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A seated man in saffron-orange robes and a rudraksha mala sits on a large gold-and-maroon throne with lion-shaped armrests at the centre of a stage, one hand raised in blessing. Six men in white dhotis and shirts sit in chairs on either side, some holding trays or fruit. Behind the stage, painted guardian figures with multiple arms and tridents flank a dark doorway framed by pillars in pink, green and blue. Brass oil lamps stand beside the throne, and a carpet covers the floor. The seated figure is an appearance-based a person candidate: saffron robes, rudraksha mala and a ceremonial throne setting.

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April 04 20132013-04-04A satsang stage with a golden ornate throne at centre, on which a figure in saffron-orange clothing and a red-beaded necklace sits, with a rudraksha-style mala visible. Flanking the throne are gilt lion-form side pieces and a patterned red carpet on the platform. Behind is a painted blue backdrop with pink and gold temple arches and two multi-armed dvarapala-style guardian figures in red and green. On the left a man in white kurta stands at a clear podium with a microphone, speaking. Seated in rows on both sides are about ten men in white dhotis, shirts and plain trousers.2014-04-04April 04 20142014-04-04 +1 copiesMarch 18 20172017-03-18A photograph of a seated teacher on an ornate gilded throne with lion-head armrests and a tiger-skin cushion, in a temple-like hall. He wears a rust-red robe, a red-and-orange shawl, a rudraksha mala and a forehead mark, and holds an open book. Flanking him are painted dvarapala guardian figures in orange and gold holding staffs, with brass oil lamps on stands beside the throne and a red carpet below. a person seated in a discourse setting, appearance-based cues including the saffron-red robe, rudraksha mala and ceremonial throne.2013-03-25 +1 copiesA seated figure sits cross-legged on an ornate gold throne draped with a tiger-skin cushion, set before a pink and green temple-style backdrop. The figure wears a red-orange robe and a long beaded rudraksha mala, with a red bindi and dark hair, and rests both hands on the armrests. Flanking the throne are two large painted guardian figures with raised weapons, and two golden lion figures sit at the throne's sides. Brass oil lamps stand on the platform, and string lights glow in the background doorway. a person appears in person on the throne, identified by the long rudraksha mala and saffron-red sannyasi robes. The throne is the main subject, with the guardian statues framing it.2013-04-06April 04 20132013-04-04A photograph of a stage set with an ornate gold throne-style seat at centre, where a man with long dark hair, a saffron-orange garment, and a red-and-gold beaded necklace sits with palms pressed together in greeting. Flanking him are a man on the left in orange robes and a turban, an elderly man in orange robes beside him, and a man in white shirt and white dhoti on the right, also with palms joined. Behind them stand golden ornamental panels, a golden trident (trishul) and a golden deity murti, with a golden leafy canopy overhead. Green plants and a microphone stand are on the stage, and a golden railing is in the foreground. Swamiji (probable): the central seated man has long swept-back hair, saffron-orange clothing and an ornate necklace, presented as the main speaker on the golden throne.2017-03-18A stage event in a hall with a blue and pink painted backdrop showing two large multi-armed guardian figures flanking a golden doorway. At centre a seated figure in an orange-red garment with a beaded necklace sits on an ornate gold throne with a red cushion and gold footstool, appearing to be the a person. A man in white shirt and dhoti stands at a clear lectern at left, speaking into a microphone. Around the throne sit about a dozen men in white dhotis, grey and white shirts and pastel clothes on black chairs, with a red carpet below. Overhead, a white ceiling with projector and fans.2014-04-04 +1 copiesMarch 18 20172017-03-18A photograph of a satsang stage with two seated men on ornate gold thrones before a painted multi-armed deity murti. On the left, a man with long dark hair wears an orange-saffron dhoti and shawl, a gold necklace and rudraksha-style beads, seated on a gold throne with lion armrests and a red cushion. On the right, a shaved-headed man in an orange-red robe and white forehead band sits on a smaller gold chair with a red cushion, a white block under his feet. The backdrop has turquoise and pink painted pillars, a standing deity with a trident and multiple arms, and a red-patterned carpet. The seated man on the left is described as a probable Swamiji based on his long hair, saffron clothing and gold necklace.2013-02-04April 04 20132013-04-04