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A seated figure in an orange saffron robe with long swept-back dark hair, a red bindi and a gold ceremonial necklace sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne, smiling and placing his right hand on the forehead of a man in a white kurta with a rudraksha mala. The man stands with palms joined in respect and bowed slightly. To the left, a woman in a cream sari with a brown mala and gold bangles stands with hands clasped, smiling. A small framed picture rests on a wooden table beside the throne. Behind them a backdrop shows a forest scene with temple carvings, and several people in white clothes stand in the background. Probable Swamiji (seated figure on the throne) blessing a devotee, identified by long swept-back hair, orange saffron robe, gold necklace and throne.

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Indoor photo of a man in saffron-orange robes with long swept-back hair seated on an ornate gold throne with gilded carved backrest and white cushion, smiling broadly as a man in white kurta with a rudraksha mala and bangles raises his hand to touch the seated man's head in a blessing gesture. Two women stand at left: one in white shawl with gold bangle, another in black sari with dark beaded necklace holding a small booklet or paper. A man in white shirt stands at the far left edge beside a red backdrop and a red-and-gold carved pillar. A white curtain and palm fronds are visible through an open window behind. Possibly a pada puja or personal blessing during a darshan at the ashram. a person: the seated saffron-robed figure with long hair and gold throne is the appearance-based candidate, seated on a throne and receiving the blessing.2009-12-15A photograph of a seated figure on an ornate gold-carved throne with red cushions, wearing a saffron-orange sleeveless garment and long dark wavy hair, receiving a gesture from a man in a white kurta and white dhoti with a dark rudraksha mala, who stands with palms pressed together in namaste near a small wooden table holding a tray with fruit and a framed picture. A woman in a cream sari with a yellow shawl stands beside him, a second woman in a cream sari and a red bindi stands behind, and a woman in a cream and gold sari with a brown bead necklace stands at left with hands folded. A green backdrop and a gold-framed chair complete the scene.2010-09-11A seated man in an orange robe and marigold garlands sits on a golden throne with a red cushioned back, his hand raised toward the head of a man in a white shirt and white dhoti who bows forward with hands folded. Behind them, a man in a white kurta with a yellow shawl and rudraksha mala watches, a woman in a maroon sari with a red bindi stands at left, and another man in white stands near the throne. A gold-ornamented carved backdrop and a red curtain frame the scene, with a thatched structure and greenery visible at the top left. The setting appears to be an outdoor-side pavilion with devotees receiving blessings.2009-11-17 +1 copiesA long-haired figure in an orange saffron robe with layered gold necklaces sits on a red-upholstered gilded throne, placing a hand on the forehead of a standing man in white kurta with a rudraksha mala, hands joined in namaskar, bearing a tilak. Behind them a woman in a white sari with a green border stands beside a brass tray holding offerings, flowers and small objects. The backdrop is a dark blue draped curtain. The scene suggests a blessing or initiation moment at a satsang.2011-01-23A photograph of a padapuja-style ceremony on a stage before a gilded throne. A seated figure in orange robes, an orange turban, a bare upper body with a rudraksha mala and gold armlets, places his hand on the head of a young man in white dhoti and shawl with gold borders, who bows forward with hands joined. Behind them stands a golden throne with a red cushion, an orange and red drape, and a carved gold lion-like finial. To the left, a man in white kurta and glasses and a woman in a green sari stand holding a purple cloth bundle. Carved pillars and a painted backdrop fill the background.2011-12-10December 16 20092009-12-16August 30 20092009-08-30Photograph of a seated man in orange robes on a gold-and-red throne receiving a blessing: his hand rests on the head of a standing man in a white shirt with a rudraksha mala and yellow cord. A woman in a white saree with red border stands at left, holding a framed picture. Gold ornate throne carvings and a red drape frame the scene. Swamiji (probable): the seated figure has swept-back long hair, saffron sleeveless robe and a gold-trimmed throne, a strong appearance-based candidate for the Paramahamsa Nithyananda; the page indicates his presence.2010-02-10A photograph of a ceremonial stage decorated with yellow, orange and red flowers and gold-carved panels. A seated figure in saffron-orange robes and a long garland of yellow flowers sits on an elevated gold-and-white seat, with a reddish-flower arrangement behind. A man in a white shirt and white dhoti stands at right, one hand on the seated figure's shoulder, while a woman in a white sari with gold border stands at left with her back to the camera, touching the seated figure. A second woman in a white sari with an orange shawl sits behind them at left. Oil lamps and a small table with a glass bottle are at the lower left.2009-08-02A photograph of a seated figure on a gold-carved throne with a red cushioned seat, wearing a saffron-orange sleeveless garment and a rudraksha mala, with a red tilak on the forehead and an open smile, gesturing with raised hand toward a man in white kurta with a rudraksha mala who stands and speaks animatedly. Beside them, a woman in red patterned blouse with a visitor badge sits, a bald man in saffron robes with a rudraksha mala stands behind, a woman in white sari with a mala and bangles holds a tray with a dark box, and a few other people stand in the background. Trays hold apples and wrapped sweets. The seated figure matches the appearance cues for a person, seated on a throne with saffron clothing and rudraksha beads, while the standing man in white is a devotee.2010-09-16A photograph in a temple hall with red-and-gold draped backdrop. A seated person in an orange saffron robe with long swept-back dark hair sits on an ornate gold throne with a red velvet cushion, receiving an offering. A man in a white T-shirt and white trousers with curly hair and a red thread around his neck bows forward, holding out an item in both hands toward the seated figure. Two women stand behind him: one in a white sari with folded hands in namaste, the other in a green and black printed sari. Brass vessels and a small tray sit beside the throne.2009-12-16December 17 20092009-12-17