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A photograph of a ceremonial welcome on an ornate golden throne (peetha) framed by floral decorations of white jasmine, pink and magenta blossoms, yellow marigolds and orange flowers. A man with long dark hair, wearing an orange-saffron robe and a long white flower garland with pink and yellow accents, sits smiling with eyes closed, a red tilak on his forehead and rudraksha beads at his neck. Before him a woman in a white sari with an orange border holds a brass plate, while a standing man in a white shirt and grey trousers watches at left. Several young women in white saris and white salwar outfits stand at right, hands folded in respect. Probable Swamiji cues: long swept-back hair, saffron robe, rudraksha beads and garlands, seated on a throne as the honoured guest.

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A 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.2010-10-24A photograph of a ceremonial reception on a stage. A seated figure in saffron-orange robes with long swept-back hair and a long white and pink flower garland sits on an ornate gold throne with a red cushion, in front of a large floral backdrop of orange marigolds, yellow and purple flowers and a white flower arrangement with a red and yellow sun motif. A man in a peach shirt and cream dhoti bends forward to offer respect, while a woman in white with an orange-bordered sari holds a brass tray with white offerings. Several young women in white saris and white dresses stand with palms joined in greeting at right. One man in white stands at far left with an orange-clad attendant beside him.2010-10-24A seated figure on a gold throne (peetha) receives a plate of offerings from a woman in a white sari with an orange border. The seated person wears an orange robe, white and pink flower garlands and a red-and-saffron cloth draped over the shoulder. Behind the throne is a large floral backdrop of orange marigolds, white blooms, pink and red flowers, with a yellow-and-red sunburst motif. To the left, a shaved-headed man in an orange robe and a man in a white shirt stand near the throne. Several young women and girls in white and yellow dresses stand in a line, hands folded in devotion, as the offering is made.2010-10-24July 17 20082008-07-17A photograph of a ceremonial exchange in an ashram hall. A man with long swept-back dark hair, wearing orange saffron clothing, a garland of multicoloured flowers and rudraksha-style beads, sits on an ornate gold throne with a red cushion, smiling as he holds a small blue packet and a sweet-like offering. Behind him a gold-carved throne back shows a deity relief, and flower-decorated arches frame the scene. In front, a young woman in a white dress and a woman in a gold-bordered white sari stand offering a paper item. A second man in orange robes and beads stands between them. A metal bowl of wrapped candies sits at the right, and a fan is at the left.2009-12-24July 07 20092009-07-07A 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 man on an ornate gold throne with a red cushioned seat, in front of a backdrop of garlands of white, yellow, pink and purple flowers. He wears an orange saffron robe, a long white and pink flower garland with a tilak on his forehead, and gold bangles. Three people stand or lean toward him: a man on the left in a white checked shirt, a man in a white shirt and white dhoti, and a woman in a white sari with a gold border and a long braid who gestures toward him. The seated man's distinctive saffron robe and swept-back long hair are cues to a probable Swamiji; he is seated as the focus of attention in a ceremonial setting, with the attendants around him.2010-10-24July 30 20092009-07-30December 24 20092009-12-24A photograph of a seated figure on an ornate golden throne with a silver and gold backrest decorated with floral garlands in red, white and yellow. The seated figure wears a saffron-orange robe and a long garland of white and red flowers, and is smiling while a woman in white clothing with a long plait reaches toward them with her hands. Two more people stand to the left and right: a young man in white with an orange shawl, and a person in saffron on the right edge. Orange-and-white drapery and floral decorations frame the throne.2008-07-17July 17 20082008-07-17