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July 10 2013

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Photograph of a group of saffron-robed sannyasi men with shaved heads and white vibhuti lines on their foreheads, many in orange and red-gold dhotis and shawls, some wearing rudraksha malas and beaded necklaces. In the foreground a bare-chested man in an orange wrap with a red border holds his hands together, while others around him smile and dance in a lively group. A green draped cloth stands behind them, and more robed participants fill the background in an indoor hall with a light floor.2013-07-10July 10 20132013-07-10July 10 20132013-07-10July 10 20132013-07-10A group of shaved-headed men in saffron-orange robes gather closely in an indoor hall with pale walls and a dark curtain at the back. Several participants wear orange shawls with yellow borders and some have white and red forehead markings. Many are smiling and reaching toward one another with arms extended. A green cloth hangs at the left edge, and a metal railing stands behind the group. Many more people stand in the background.2013-07-10A photograph of a large group of young men and boys in saffron-orange dhoti-style wraps with maroon borders, bare-chested and barefoot, gathered in a bright indoor hall. Many have shaved or cropped heads, white vibhuti lines on their foreheads and beaded necklaces. They stand in clusters and in a loose circle, some gesturing with hands raised and others turned toward one another. A large green cloth backdrop hangs on the right, with more robed figures seated behind. The scene appears to be a staged group activity in an ashram hall.2013-07-10August 28 20152015-08-28A dynamic group dance in a bright hall with a tiled ceiling and framed photographs on the wall. Many young men and women wear saffron-orange dhoti-style garments with gold-yellow borders and red sashes, with rudraksha malas and beaded necklaces. In the centre a bare-chested young man with a topknot and armbands dances energetically, while others around him move, sway and clap. Behind them, a row of white-clad devotees with red shawls stands watching. Wall displays show deity imagery and photographs.2016-09-30January 22 20172017-01-22A crowded indoor hall where several young men in saffron-orange dhoti-style lower garments and bare chests dance energetically. Some wear rudraksha malas and orange shawls, and one has long dreadlocks and a red tilak on his forehead. Others have shaved heads and red and white tilaka marks. Behind them, banners hang on the wall and more people stand in the background, including someone in blue. A video camera is visible at the left edge. The scene resembles a festive satsang procession or devotional dance.2016-11-05Photograph of a group of about 15 shaved-headed male sannyasis in saffron and maroon robes with gold-edged borders dancing energetically on a polished white marble floor. Several wear rudraksha malas and small earrings; their arms are raised and bent in lively movements. Behind them, a row of seated people in white clothing watches, and at the right edge are gilded deity figures and a red fabric backdrop. Some dancers smile broadly.2013-07-10A photograph of a group of young male sannyasis in saffron-orange robes performing a sankirtan-style procession dance indoors in a hall with a red curtain and ceiling lights. Several men with long hair and rudraksha malas, some bare-chested with orange drapes, clap and sway with raised hands in a line. Women in orange saris and a small brass oil lamp stand on the polished floor at left, with framed photos on the back wall.2017-01-22