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A photograph of a seated man on a gold throne (peetha) before a large floral arch of marigolds, yellow and purple blooms and red flowers, with a golden sunburst motif above. He wears orange robes, a long flowing hair style and a multi-strand garland of yellow and pink flowers, and smiles. Around him several devotees in white, pink and red clothing crowd close, offering garlands and touching him; a man in a pink shirt and grey trousers stands at left, others in white dhotis and saris stand nearby, and a brass vessel rests on the floor at lower left. The scene reads as a garlanding or felicitation ceremony. Probable Swamiji is seated on the throne, identified by his long swept-back hair, orange robes and the ornate garlands.

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A photograph of a seated figure on an ornate gold throne in a flower-decorated stage set. The seated figure wears an orange robe, a long flower garland of yellow marigolds, pink and purple blooms and green leaves, and has a tilak on the forehead and long dark hair. Behind the throne is a floral arch with orange marigolds and a yellow sun-like motif. An elderly man in white clothes bends toward the throne from the left, and an elderly woman in a floral dress and a younger woman in a pink sari stoop with hands folded in respect near the throne. Swamiji (probable): the seated figure has long hair, an orange robe, a flower garland and a tilak on the forehead, and is seated on a throne, so the person is. Several people in orange and white stand at the right edge.2010-10-24A seated figure in orange robes and a long white and pink flower garland sits on an ornate golden throne (peetha) backed by a floral arch of orange marigolds, red and pink blooms, and yellow flowers with a red sun-like emblem. A man in a pale peach shirt and dhoti stands at left with palms pressed together. Several young women in white sarees with orange and yellow borders stand at right; one holds a brass tray with offerings while another reaches toward the seated figure. The seated figure has long swept-back hair and wears orange clothing, which matches the probable Swamiji cues, so this is an in-person candidate. The scene resembles a welcome honouring with flower garlands and a tray offering.2010-10-24January 01 20092009-01-01A photograph inside a colourfully decorated temple hall at a Guru Purnima-style ceremony. A seated figure in an orange-brown robe, with a gold necklace and beaded mala, sits on a throne-like seat framed by a large garland of yellow, white, pink and purple flowers beneath a golden umbrella canopy. Two tall painted deity murtis with raised hands and crowns flank the seat. Devotees in white dhotis and white saris crowd around the seat, with a woman in orange at lower centre. Brass oil lamps and a decorated pillar frame the scene.2013-07-22July 22 20132013-07-22A seated man in saffron-orange robes sits on a red-cushioned throne in front of an ornate gold-framed backdrop decorated with bright flower garlands in yellow, orange, red and purple. He wears a long garland of yellow marigolds, green leaves and red roses, and has a sandalwood tilak on his forehead. Two people in orange and a man in white dhoti and shirt bow or reach toward him. On the left, a shaved-headed attendant in orange holds a rudraksha mala. On the right, a woman in orange and yellow stands beside an older woman in white with a yellow border.2010-10-24A photograph of a seated figure in saffron-orange robes with a rudraksha mala and ceremonial gold necklace on a gold-ornamented throne, smiling, before a large floral garland of yellow marigolds and red and green flowers. Devotees in saffron and white saris and white and checked shirts approach to offer flowers, fruit and a garland. A brass oil lamp and a bowl of fruit sit beside the seated figure. A man in white with a mala stands at left among the devotees. The setting appears to be a temple or ashram hall with a carved gold pillar at left.2015-07-31December 23 20162016-12-23A photograph of a ceremonial padapuja on a stage. A bearded man with long dark hair, wearing a rust-orange robe and a pink-and-white flower garland, sits on an ornate golden throne (peetha) backed by a large arch of red, yellow, white and green marigold garlands with a deity murti above. Devotees in orange and rust robes kneel and bend, one washing or offering flowers at his feet, while a woman in orange holds a brass vessel and another in orange supports the scene. On the left, a man in white dhoti and shawl gestures with an outstretched hand, and a bearded man in white dhoti stands beside him. Women in orange and pink saris stand to the right, and a golden lion-head armrest is visible on the throne. Trident-shaped brass ornaments and a red cushion complete the setting.2016-12-23A photograph of a ceremony on a stage in front of a large floral backdrop of concentric arcs in red, yellow, green, white and purple marigold and rose garlands. A bearded man with long dark hair wears an orange-brown robe, a pink-and-green garland and a rudraksha-style necklace while seated on a golden throne draped with a tiger-skin cover. Standing and bowing before him are a bald man in a red kurta, a bare-chested man in white dhoti with beaded necklaces, and a man in white dhoti bending forward. Women in pink, red and magenta sarees and a girl in a pink dress stand nearby, one holding a brass offering plate with fruit. Fruit offerings are held by several attendees. a person is seated on the throne, shown by his ceremonial throne setting, orange robe, and garlands, in the central role of the honoured guest receiving devotees.2016-12-23A photograph of a seated man on an ornate gold-and-red throne backdrop decorated with large floral arrangements in red, yellow, orange, purple and white. He wears an orange garment and a long white garland of flowers with pink and yellow accents, and smiles while extending his hands toward a man in a white shirt and white dhoti who reaches in to greet him. To the left, a bald man in an orange robe with a rudraksha mala stands with his hands together, and a man in a maroon shirt raises his palms in greeting. On the right, a woman in white with an orange border and a small boy in an orange-and-white striped shirt stand close to the throne. The setting is a satsang-style stage. a person: the seated figure wears saffron clothing and a garland, and is seated on the throne as the central honoured figure.2010-10-24July 17 20092009-07-17