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A photo of a sannyasi in saffron-orange robes bending forward with palms pressed to a large gilded structure draped in white jasmine-style garlands with blue accents, and red and yellow flower garlands. The gilded object has ornate repoussé carvings and a gold finial. Behind, a man in white ritual clothing stands in the background near a brass vessel. The scene suggests a devotional offering at a temple setting.

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January 02 20102010-01-02A photograph of a man in a sleeveless orange robe with an orange shawl draped over his shoulder, wearing a white flower garland with red and green accents, standing at a golden ritual object decorated with white and blue-dotted flower garlands and red roses. His right hand rests on the golden structure while he looks down. A golden kalasha-like vessel with ornate engraving and a flower-covered top stands in the foreground, and a brass lamp and a tray are visible at the edge. Behind him a seated figure in a blue turban and ornate clothing appears, possibly a statue, and a black water tank is visible in the background.2010-01-02 +1 copiesA person in an orange sleeveless garment with a white jasmine garland and red flower garland bows forward, pressing the forehead and right hand against a gilded ceremonial pillar or pedestal wrapped in white jasmine garlands with blue flower accents. Red roses are visible at the lower left and right. In the background, a man in white clothing with a purple shawl plays a drum with a striped cover. The scene suggests reverent worship at a temple setting.2010-01-02 +1 copiesA photograph of a figure in a sleeveless saffron-orange robe with long swept-back dark hair and a white garland around the neck, bowing forehead-first with palms pressed together against a tall gold-coloured kalasha-style pillar. The pillar is heavily draped in garlands of yellow, orange, purple and red flowers. Behind, a gilded deity murti in a teal and red silk-draped setting is decorated with ornate gold jewellery, and a silver tray with offerings sits at lower left. a person performing a devotional bow in an outdoor ritual setting.2009-12-29A photograph of a man in an orange sleeveless garment with white and red flower garlands bowing forward, his forehead resting against a gold-coloured ceremonial pillar or palanquin post. His hand is pressed to the gold surface, which is wrapped in white jasmine garlands with blue flower accents and topped with a green gem ornament. Behind him, a second man in white clothing with a purple garland and a striped cloth stands at a distance. A gold ritual vessel stands to the left. The setting appears to be a festive religious occasion with abundant flowers.2010-01-02 +1 copiesA seated man with eyes closed and palms pressed together in anjali mudra sits on an ornate gold throne with red velvet cushions. He wears an orange-saffron dhoti and shawl with gold borders, a white jasmine garland, a gold bead necklace, rudraksha bands on his upper arms and a rudraksha headband, with a red tilak on his forehead. His bare feet rest on an orange cushioned stool. Behind him is a carved golden backrest and a blue-and-peach wall. A small brass lamp is visible at the lower edge.2012-05-12 +1 copiesDecember 27 20092009-12-27December 26 20092009-12-26A man with long dark hair and an orange saffron garment stands bent forward at a golden temple altar, one hand pressed to the top of a golden linga-shaped Shiva lingam decorated with yellow and purple flower garlands. Nearby stands a golden kalasha/abhishekam pot and a small brass cup. Behind him a golden deity murti is adorned with flower garlands and a red and green silk cloth, and a white and blue clad figure with a garland sits at the left. Gold-embroidered red drapery and a velvet cloth with a jewelled necklace lie over the base. The man appears to be performing the abhishekam. Swamiji (probable): long hair, saffron robe, gold ornaments and rudraksha-like adornments suggest a candidate in person.2010-02-12A photograph of a person in an orange saffron robe with long dark hair, bent forward with forehead pressed against a gilded deity murti, one hand resting on the golden base. The murti is draped with a green and gold bordered cloth and garlanded with yellow and magenta marigolds. Brass oil lamps and a small offering stand at the lower left, with a blue-clad figure partly visible at the edge. The person wears a rudraksha mala and gold ornaments.2010-02-12A seated man with long dark hair, eyes closed and palms pressed together in anjali mudra, sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne (peetha). He wears saffron-orange robes, a red bindi on his forehead, and a long garland of red and white roses with green leaves, with a pink rose visible on the armrest. Behind him are gold-leaf carvings and a small framed deity murti. The scene suggests a seated reception or satsang. Swamiji (probable): long swept-back hair, saffron robes, rose garlands and a throne seat match the Swamiji cues, so the figure is labelled as the probable Swamiji in person.2010-09-02 +1 copiesA photograph of a shaven-headed figure in an orange-saffron dhoti and matching orange shawl bowing deeply with hands joined in front of a large Shiva lingam draped with an orange cloth and a long garland of white flowers, pink blossoms and green leaves. The figure's bare upper body has white markings on the arms and chest and a beaded necklace. Behind, several people in white clothes stand or sit with hands folded in devotion before a blue draped curtain. Brass oil lamps stand at right, and a brass vessel of yellow offerings sits at lower left, with marigold petals scattered on a red cloth, indicating a lingam abhishekam and puja at night.2003-03-01 +1 copies