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December 20 2009

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A photograph of a ceremonial reception in an indoor hall with red curtains. A seated person in an orange saffron robe, with long swept-back hair, sits on a gold-trimmed throne with cream cushions and a gold lion-shaped armrest carving, receiving an offering from a woman in a white sari with a red blouse and green border who holds a tray and a folded paper. Two men in white kurtas and a woman in a light blue shawl stand to the left with hands joined in namaste. Gold plates with flower petals and offerings lie on the floor in front. A gilded ornate backdrop stands on the right. The orange-robed seated figure has distinctive long swept-back hair and saffron clothing, consistent with a probable Swamiji presence on the throne.2009-12-20A photo of a ceremonial moment inside a hall with red and maroon drapes and a gold-carved throne at right. A person in an orange robe with long dark hair kneels on the floor beside a gold-carved throne, holding the hands of a man in white ritual clothing with a rudraksha mala who bends forward to receive them. Behind them, a woman in an orange-and-white sari stands with a child in grey, and two more people in orange robes stand nearby. A brass plate with flower petals and a silver tray sit on a gold-rimmed table in front, and fruit rests on a gold stand at right. The orange-robed figure at the throne has distinctive long hair and orange saffron clothing, a person in a ceremonial exchange, while the man in white is a devotee receiving blessing.2009-12-20Photograph of a ceremonial moment beside a gilded throne. A person in long saffron-orange robes with long dark hair sits on the gold-carved throne, receiving a silver tray from a man in a white shirt and grey trousers with a red cord around his neck. An older man in white kurta and a woman in white and yellow stand nearby, and several people in orange robes stand behind a dark red curtain. Gold-tipped flowers, fruit and brass plates rest on the gold-trimmed table in front, with petals scattered on the floor. A bright gilded throne with cushions, a small fruit-filled basket and a lion-footed armrest complete the scene. Appearance cues include long swept hair and saffron robes on the seated figure, so the seated person is a person, shown in person.2009-12-20Indoor ceremonial scene in a hall with red and navy drapes and a gold-carved throne. A long-haired figure in a saffron-orange robe sits on the ornate golden seat and receives an offering from a man in a white shirt and grey trousers, who holds a leafy green offering on a tray. Nearby stand a man in white dhoti and shirt with a rudraksha mala, a woman in a white sari, and several other people in orange robes and white clothing. Gold plates with flower petals, fruit and brass vessels sit on the floor and on a gold stand in the foreground.2009-12-20July 17 20082008-07-17November 20 20092009-11-20A photograph of a stage event with a seated figure in a saffron-orange robe on an ornate gold throne with red cushions, garlanded with white jasmine and marigolds. A woman in a cream and gold-bordered sari stands before him with palms pressed together in greeting, smiling. Behind her, a man in a white dhoti and orange shawl and another in a grey kurta stand, with young men in white, yellow and orange garments nearby. A girl in a white sari with a long braid stands at right beside the throne. A brick backdrop and a red-lit niche are visible behind the stage.2009-07-19Photograph of a ceremonial presentation in a red-draped hall. A seated man in saffron-orange robes with long swept-back dark hair sits on an ornate gold throne with a red cushioned back and a gold lion-like armrest figure, and gestures toward a table with a water bottle and small items. Facing him, a line of people in white stand with folded hands and document folders. A man in a white shirt and a white-haired woman in a white sari with a red border stand near the front, and a woman in dark clothing and a man in white dhoti-style clothing stand behind, holding a folder. The throne is carved and gilded, and a red curtain hangs behind the group. a person cues: long swept-back hair, saffron-orange robes and a seated throne, with the figure being honoured by the presenting group.2009-12-15A photo of a devotional scene on a stage before a golden ornate throne backed by a gilded floral arch and a green-yellow patterned hanging with marigold garlands. A seated figure in saffron-orange robes sits on a red cushion on the throne. Several devotees in white ritual clothing, including a man in white kurta and dhoti bending forward with hands together, a woman in a white lace-patterned top, and a woman in a white sari with a striped border, stand around. Their attention is focused on the seated figure; one man holds his clasped hands near the seated person's feet. A red carpet covers the floor and a white-draped table with flowers stands at right. The seated person's appearance is not clear enough to confirm identity, so the figure is described by role only.2009-06-13September 07 20092009-09-07March 03 20142014-03-03December 26 20092009-12-26