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A temple hall during a ritual procession. In the centre, a figure in a saffron-orange robe with a long orange-red sash and a beaded necklace of rudraksha-style beads, with long dark hair swept back and a red mark on the forehead, holds a silver plate and gestures with one hand. A man in an orange robe holding a silver tray stands beside him. Around them, several men in white dhotis and shawls, some with yellow shawls, move or stand on a red-and-white striped mat. Behind them, a gold-decorated throne with a gold canopy and a garlanded deity murti stand against dark drapery, with orange and patterned pillars, a white ceiling drape and a projector screen on the wall.

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October 18 20102010-10-18A photograph inside a hall with a golden throne-like chair and dark drapes behind. In the centre, a smiling man with long swept-back hair wears a bright orange-red sleeveless robe and a long black rudraksha mala, extending a hand toward the people around him. Surrounding him, shaven-headed men in white dhotis and white shirts, some with folded hands in greeting, and a monk in orange with a red-bordered shawl stand near. A woman in a white sari with a red border holds a plate on the right, and a white projection screen hangs on the left. Swamiji (probable): the centre figure's long hair, saffron-orange robe and rudraksha mala are the appearance cues for a candidate Swamiji, and the page indicates he is present at this event.2010-10-19A ceremonial gathering in an indoor hall with a screen and dark curtains behind. A central figure in a saffron-orange robe with a long dark rudraksha mala and a red forehead mark smiles and extends an arm toward a line of men in white dhotis and shawls. Several shaved-headed men in white and maroon or orange cloths stand around, and another man in an orange robe on the right holds a silver tray. A golden throne-like seat appears in the background, and a few people in white sit along the back wall. Prayer mats and small vessels are on the floor.2010-10-19A photograph inside a hall with orange and red hanging decorations and a white tent ceiling. A man in a saffron-red robe with a gold necklace of beads, and a dark-haired figure with a red bindi, raises a hand in blessing over a bowed man in white shirt and pink shawl who joins his palms. Beside him a younger man in white bends forward with palms joined. A saffron-robed attendant holds a silver tray of offerings with a small golden item. Another saffron-clad man with rudraksha beads stands at right, and a gold ornate throne with a gilded canopy sits in the background. Possible blessing or darshan setting.2010-10-18 +1 copiesOctober 18 20102010-10-18 +1 copiesOctober 18 20102010-10-18 +1 copiesA photograph inside a decorated hall with a draped ceiling, colourful woven tassels and a gold-and-white backdrop. A man in a red-orange robe with a long dark wig-like hair and a beaded necklace stands centre right, smiling and placing his hand on the head of an elderly man in white clothes with a pink-and-white shawl, who bows with palms joined. Beside them, a younger man in orange robes and a rudraksha mala holds a silver tray with offerings. Other men in white and red shawls stand with folded hands in the background, and a gilded throne-like seat is visible at right. The central figure matches the presentation cues associated with a person, so this is a probable identification from appearance, with the role being a blessing recipient setting.2010-10-18 +1 copiesIndoor ritual scene in a decorated hall with colourful striped pillars and white ceiling drapes. A young man in saffron-orange robes and a rudraksha mala stands centre, leaning forward with hands extended toward a sadhu-like attendant in orange holding a silver tray with golden items. Around them, men in white shirts and white dhotis, many wearing rudraksha malas, stand with palms pressed together in namaste. A bald priest in orange and a back-lit deity murti appear behind. Devotees stand along the sides of the hall. A small plate of items is held on the silver tray.2010-11-15October 18 20102010-10-18 +1 copiesOctober 29 20102010-10-29 +1 copiesA photograph inside a decorated hall with a striped tent-style canopy, colourful pillars and an orange-and-yellow hanging cloth. In the centre, a man in a saffron-orange robe with a long swept-back hair, a red forehead mark and a long ceremonial gold-bead necklace stands holding white paper and a silver plate with gold items, while an orange-robed attendant offers the plate. To the left, a bald older man in white clothes with a rudraksha mala and folded hands stands beside a younger man in white with hands in anjali mudra. Behind them a man in white dhoti clothing with a beard gestures in greeting, and several devotees stand along the back, some in pink and orange saris, with hands pressed together.2010-10-18 +1 copiesA photograph of a ritual gathering indoors in front of a stage with a blue curtain. A central figure wears a saffron-orange robe, a gold headband, long swept-back hair and multiple gold-coloured necklaces and beads, and gestures with an outstretched arm toward others. Surrounding men wear white dhotis and shawls with red-edged borders, rudraksha malas, and sacred marks on their foreheads. Several hold bunches of yellow bananas and a silver tray of offerings. Behind them stands a decorated golden structure with floral garlands and a red seat with a golden canopy. A video camera is visible at the right edge.2010-12-27