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Photograph of an abhishekam at a temple shrine. Two figures in orange-saffron robes stand bent forward at a black stone Shivalinga, one pouring white milk or liquid from a brass vessel so it cascades over the lingam onto a dark base. Behind them stands a gilded deity murti in a red and gold saree, decorated with yellow and magenta flower garlands and gold ornaments. A small white marble bust with a white turban sits in the foreground at the bottom of the frame. The two pouring figures have long dark hair, one partly hidden behind the other.

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A photograph of an abhishekam being performed at a temple shrine. A person with long, dark, flowing hair and an orange robe leans forward, pouring milk-white liquid from a large brass vessel over a black Shiva linga. A second figure in orange stands beside them. Behind the linga, a golden deity murti wears a red and gold silk garment and is decorated with yellow and red flower garlands and jeweled ornaments. The white liquid splashes around the base of the linga.2010-02-12A figure in a flowing orange robe with long, swept-back dark hair pours liquid from a small white vessel onto a dark stone shivalinga at the front of a temple altar. Behind the linga, golden deity murti with jewelled ornaments and red garlands sit against draped red and gold cloth, surrounded by bands of yellow marigolds and purple flowers. At left, a second person in orange robes and a beaded necklace holds a small white bowl. The scene is an abhishekam being performed on a linga. The orange-robed figure at centre shows distinctive long hair and orange clothing, but the appearance is not conclusive, so identity is uncertain.2010-02-12A temple abhishekam at a deity shrine. A long-haired man in an orange robe stands at centre pouring water from a silver vessel over a metal deity murti seated on a throne, with a stream falling onto a white marble pedestal. The deity wears a red-and-gold garment, a crown, jewelled necklaces and red stones, and is framed by garlands of yellow, red and purple flowers. To the left, three other people in saffron-orange robes and rudraksha malas hold silver pots and stand behind the central figure. Brass oil lamps stand at the sides. The main subject is the water ritual of abhishekam.2010-02-12A photograph of an abhishekam at a temple shrine. A man with long, swept-back dark hair wears an orange saffron robe and pours water from a silver vessel over a deity murti, dominated by a red-gold draped figure with a crown and ornate jewellery. The murti is garlanded with yellow, red and purple flower strands and the water cascades onto a black stone lingam-style base in front of a small white marble seated figure. Standing beside him, other people in orange robes hold a metal pot and a bowl; one has a bearded face and another wears a rudraksha mala. Brass oil lamps stand on either side. Probable Swamiji (probable) pouring the abhishekam; he is wearing saffron clothing and has long swept-back hair.2010-02-12A photograph of a temple abhishekam at a Shivalinga. A long-haired figure in a saffron-orange sleeveless garment and matching wrap pours liquid from a small white vessel onto a dark black Shivalinga, which is decorated with a pale paste. Behind it stand large gold deity figures adorned with red-gem crowns and pendants, framed by garlands of yellow marigolds, white flowers and purple blossoms, with draped red and gold brocade cloth. To the left, a second person in orange robes and a garland holds a white cloth or cup and looks down. The scene is a Shiva linga abhishekam with garlanded deity murtis.2010-02-12A photograph of an abhishekam in a temple setting. A person with long, curly dark hair, wearing an orange sleeveless garment, stands in front of a deity murti and pours a white liquid. Behind them, golden ornaments, gold and jewelled crowns, garlands of yellow and purple flowers and green leaves decorate the altar, with a red and gold cloth draped below. At the left edge, a second person in orange robes and a beaded necklace is partly visible. a person: the standing figure has long, swept-back curly hair and orange robes, a cue consistent with the page, but the face is not visible enough to confirm identity.2010-02-12A photograph of a long-haired figure in saffron-orange robes pouring liquid from a silver plate onto a black stone Shiva linga during a linga abhishekam. The linga is decorated with flower and garland offerings. Behind, a golden deity murti wears a red-and-gold ornament and red silk drapery, surrounded by yellow and pink flower garlands. To the left, a second person in orange robes and a gold beaded necklace stands near the linga, with a red tilak on the forehead. Several people are visible, the main figure being a devotee-priest performing the ritual.2010-02-12A long-haired figure in a saffron-orange robe pours liquid from a small vessel over a black linga in a Shiva abhishekam at a temple altar. Behind the linga, golden deity murtis wear red silk drapes and are decorated with yellow and pink flower garlands and jeweled ornaments. A second person in orange clothing with a gold-beaded mala stands at the left holding a small white cloth. Swamiji (probable): the abhishekam officiant has long swept-back hair and a saffron robe with ornate gold-beaded adornments, matching the page's Swamiji-present flag.2010-02-12A photograph of a temple abhishekam at a Shivaratri event. A figure with long, swept-back dark hair and a saffron-orange top and wrap pours liquid from a cloth or vessel onto a dark linga, which is coated with yellowish substance. Behind it, a deity murti with gold hands, crown and jewelled necklaces is adorned with yellow and pink flower garlands and draped in red and gold silk. A second person in orange robes stands at left, holding hands together in prayer, with a white object in hand. The figure pouring is distinctive in long hair and saffron clothing, but the appearance is not conclusive, so identity is uncertain. Two people are visible.2010-02-12A temple abhishekam at night in which a long-haired person in an orange robe pours water from a silver pot over a central stone linga-shaped abhishekam stream. Behind them, two gold-coloured deity murtis sit richly adorned with red, pink and white garlands, a red-and-gold cloth, and jewelled necklaces and crowns. Four people in orange robes stand or sit at left and centre; one holds a silver vessel. A small white stone seated figure and brass oil lamps stand in the foreground, with a hanging orange-and-red cloth and a pillar at right. Mood: ritual bathing in a temple sanctum.2010-02-12A photograph inside a temple shrine. A man with long, voluminous dark curly hair and a full beard, wearing a sleeveless saffron-orange robe, leans forward to offer something from a small plate onto a black stone Shiva linga resting on a black pedestal, with scattered gold grains around its base. Behind the linga stands a gilded deity murti draped in a red and gold sari-like garment and garlanded with yellow, orange and magenta flowers. To the left, a second man in a saffron-orange robe with a gold-beaded necklace stands with palms pressed together in namaskar. A small white marble seated figure sits in front of the pedestal, and a brass oil lamp stands at the right edge beside a small brass vessel.2010-02-12A temple abhishekam scene before a gilded deity murti pair seated on a red-and-gold draped throne, decorated with yellow and purple flower garlands. A standing figure in orange robes with long hair reaches toward a black shivalinga on a stone pedestal, which is dusted with white powder. To the left, another robed person in orange holds a lit oil lamp, and a figure in orange with a beaded necklace bends low beside brass bowls. A small white marble seated figure with raised hand sits on the pedestal in front, with brass lamps and a small ornate brass vessel nearby.2010-02-12