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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.

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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.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 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 linga abhishekam: a long-haired man in a saffron-orange robe pours water from a brass vessel over a dark stone linga set on a base. Behind the linga stand a gold-coloured deity murti adorned with red stones and garlands of yellow and pink flowers, draped in a red and gold silk cloth. To the left, a second man in orange robes and a gold necklace holds a brass pot and looks down. The setting is a temple-style hall with floral decoration.2010-02-12A photograph of a linga abhishekam at a temple. A figure with long, swept-back dark hair wearing an orange sleeveless top and orange wrap pours water from a brass pot over a black stone shivalinga. Behind, gold-decorated deity murtis wear jeweled gold necklaces and are adorned with garlands of yellow and purple flowers and green leaves, with red silk draped below. To the left, a second person in an orange robe with a rudraksha or gold bead mala stands with hands folded. The scene shows flowing water over the linga against the floral backdrop.2010-02-12A photograph of a temple abhishekam. A long-haired figure in a saffron-orange sleeveless garment and draped orange cloth pours liquid from a silver pot over a yellow-coated shiva linga on a black base. Behind, a golden deity murti in a red-and-gold sari with a floral garland and ornate necklaces is decorated with yellow and pink flower garlands. To the left, a second orange-clad attendant with a long beaded necklace holds a silver vessel. The scene is a ritual linga abhishekam in a temple setting. Swamiji (probable): the long-haired orange-clad figure pouring the abhishekam, with long dark hair and saffron clothing.2010-02-12A photograph of a linga abhishekam in progress. A person in an orange saffron garment and long, swept-back dark hair pours a golden-brown liquid from a silver plate onto a black linga. Behind the linga stands a gold-decorated deity murti draped in red silk and garlanded with yellow and orange flowers. To the left, a second person in orange robes with a gold-bead necklace watches. The setting is an ornate shrine with fresh flower garlands on the walls.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 photograph of a person in a flowing saffron-orange garment with long, swept-back curly hair pouring water from a brass vessel over a dark stone shivalinga in a temple setting. Behind the linga, golden deity murtis are heavily adorned with yellow and white flower garlands, pink blossoms, and jewelled necklaces, with a red and gold draped cloth. Another person in orange robes with a rudraksha-style mala sits to the left with hands raised in offering. Water droplets are visible falling onto the linga. Swamiji (probable) cues: long swept-back hair, saffron clothing, and a rudraksha-style mala on the figure performing the abhishekam.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 photograph of a long-haired figure in a saffron-orange robe pouring liquid from a silver kalasha onto a tall yellow-coated linga during a ritual abhishekam. The linga is draped and garlanded, with yellow and white flower garlands and red flowers. Behind it stand golden deity murti with ornate jewelled crowns and necklaces, draped in red and gold brocade cloth. To the left, a second person in orange robes holds a second silver pot. Swamiji (probable) cues: long swept-back dark hair and saffron-orange robes while performing the abhishekam; the figure is in the foreground pouring the kalasha.2010-02-12A photograph of a temple abhishekam at night inside a shrine. A woman with long dark curly hair, wearing an orange sari and a rudraksha mala, pours a liquid from a silver vessel over a yellow-coated linga on a black pedestal. Behind her stands a man with grey-streaked hair and a beard in an orange robe, hands folded before him. To the right, a deity murti seated in gold ornaments and a red-orange silk garment is draped with garlands of yellow, red and purple flowers. At lower left a small white statue stands, and a few men in white with yellow scarves are visible at the bottom edge.2010-02-12