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December 05 20142014-12-05A photograph of a seated figure in a deep red-orange turban and matching saffron-red robe, adorned with a long red and white flower garland, gold bangles and a gold waist sash, placing a hand on the head of a kneeling man in a white kurta with folded palms. Behind them a woman in an orange sari with a rudraksha mala stands before floral-garlanded backdrops in orange, yellow and purple. In the foreground a silver tray holds ripe bananas, and brass oil lamps stand at the right on the floor. The scene appears to be a blessing or darshan. a person: the seated figure wears a red-orange turban, a long flower garland and gold ornaments on a throne-like seat, cues consistent with the page's a person reference.2014-12-05A photograph in a temple-style hall. A seated robed figure in a rust-red turban and saffron-orange garments, wearing a red and white flower garland and gold necklace, extends his right hand to bless a kneeling man in a white shirt with an orange lanyard, who holds a banana and joins his palms. Standing behind them are women in white and orange-yellow saris, one wearing a rudraksha mala, and a young man in a white shirt. Brass oil lamps and a gold-toned ornamental backdrop with a small brass vessel of offerings appear nearby. The seated figure's appearance is consistent with the swamiji cues of turban, saffron clothing and rudraksha-adorned setting, so he is described as Swamiji (probable) receiving devotees in darshan.2015-11-08August 22 20152015-08-22A seated figure in a saffron-orange turban and orange-gold robe, wearing a white flower garland, red-tipped and brown rudraksha-style beaded necklaces and bangles, reaches out to bless a young man bowing with his head lowered. Nearby a woman in a maroon sari with beaded necklace holds a small offering, and a smiling boy in a red-and-white school vest watches. Behind them a crowd of devotees in white and colourful clothes sits on chairs under a white tent, with speakers and a red pillar visible. The scene appears to be a blessing or darshan session. Appearance cues suggest a person seated in the blessing role.2015-07-26A photograph of a seated figure in a rust-red turban and matching rust-red cloth, wearing a red and white flower garland and gold bangles, raising a hand in blessing over the head of a bald man bending forward in a white shirt and trousers. The seated figure has a swept-back look and is seated on a red, zebra-striped cushioned throne in front of a floral backdrop of orange, red, and purple flowers. A standing woman in an orange sari with a rudraksha mala looks on at right, and a second woman in pink and white sits beside her. A golden kalasha-style vessel and a steel tray of ripe bananas sit in the foreground. Swamiji (probable) appears as the seated figure, identified by the turban, ornate red clothing, flower garlands, and throne.2014-12-05A seated figure in a red-orange turban and matching red-orange robe sits on an ornate gold-carved throne with red zebra-print upholstery, a gold lion-head armrest in the foreground. A red and white flower garland hangs over the seated figure's shoulder. A man in white kurta with a red shawl kneels before the throne, hands raised, while the seated figure extends a hand toward his forehead in blessing. A brass tray of bananas sits at the lower right. Behind them, several women in white and orange saris and a woman in an orange top with rudraksha beads stand in a row near a red-carpeted hall with a wall air conditioner.2014-10-31June 15 20142014-06-15April 24 20142014-04-24A photograph of a seated figure in a rust-orange turban and saffron-orange robe with a yellow sash, wearing layered rudraksha malas and a small jewelled ornament at the turban, gently placing a hand on the forehead of a kneeling man in a white shirt and white trousers. The man has a vibhuti or tilak mark on his forehead and his hands are pressed together at his chest. Behind them a golden ornate chair or throne stands against a red draped backdrop, a tray of mangoes sits on a low table, and a figure in white walks in the background. Blessing or anointing with a ritual gesture appears to be taking place.2015-10-25A photograph of a blessing ritual indoors. A figure in a saffron-orange turban with a gold ornament, a heavy gold necklace and bangles, and a maroon and gold sari-style garment places a hand on the head of a young man in a white t-shirt whose palms are pressed together. a person: the central figure wears a saffron turban, layered gold necklaces and bangles, and holds a folded paper, which marks a ceremonial role. Around them stand devotees in white and red clothing with hands folded in prayer, and on the right a person in orange with white sacred markings on the arm. A tray with offerings and a microphone sit in the foreground.2011-12-03July 26 20152015-07-26