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A photograph of a ceremonial pada puja in an indoor hall with a stage. A figure seated on an ornate gold-and-red throne wears an orange-saffron garment and a long garland of yellow and red flowers, with hands folded in greeting and a sandal mark on the forehead. Seated on the floor before him are devotees in white clothes, including a bald man in white with a shaved head and a woman in white with long hair; a woman in a gold-patterned sari sits at the right with a brass tray. Brass plates of offerings and flowers sit on a mat in front of the throne, and orange cushions line the floor. Behind them, people sit in folding chairs along the back of the hall, and a decorative painted backdrop shows a deity scene. A microphone stand and camera tripod are visible at left.

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A seated man in an orange-saffron robe with a rudraksha mala sits eyes-closed on an ornate gold-and-red throne, hands folded, on a stage. Around the throne a group of devotees sits on the floor: a woman in green with palms joined, a man in white with a shaved head and mala, a bare-chested man with white tilak and gold necklaces, and women in yellow and white saris. Silver plates and bowls of offerings are set before them, with two red apples on a side table near the throne. Dark curtains and a projection screen form the backdrop. Visibly a satsang-style ritual gathering with devotional offerings.2010-09-17A seated padapuja-style ritual in a hotel hall. On the right, a man in red-orange robes and a gold crown sits on a red throne with a gold lion finial, wearing a rudraksha-style necklace and bangles, and gestures toward the group. Before him, devotees sit on an orange and red carpet. A man in white with a tilak and rudraksha mala sits with hands folded, and a bald monk in orange robes sits nearby. Brass thalis with flowers, red blossoms and oil lamps sit on the floor. A man in white t-shirt and white dhoti sits with eyes closed, and a woman in white with a pink badge sits at left. A monitor shows a video feed at left.2013-12-13A seated group of devotees gathers around a raised golden throne in a red-draped hall for a ritual session. A figure seated on the ornate gold throne wears an orange-red turban and orange-red robes with gold necklaces, and a candidate for a person by appearance; a lit brass oil lamp stands at left. Around them about two dozen devotees sit cross-legged on the floor, many in white kurtas and orange-red shawls, holding brass plates with flowers and small lamps, while bald priests in white dhotis with orange-red shawls sit in the foreground near the throne.2015-10-26December 02 20102010-12-02A photograph of a padapuja ceremony on a stage with gold lion-head carved thrones. A figure with long dark hair, wearing an orange-saffron garment and a beaded ornamental necklace, sits on a golden-backed throne with lion sculptures, with a bare foot extended onto a tray. Around him, devotees in white and orange-red shawls sit on the floor, several holding brass plates of offerings and flowers. A woman with blonde hair in white clothing sits among the devotees. Background shows red curtains and a balcony. a person identity is uncertain from appearance alone.2012-12-12A seated man in an orange-saffron robe sits on an ornate gold throne with a golden canopy and carved armrests, surrounded by yellow and orange marigold garlands. Gold trident-shaped staffs flank the throne. In front, a row of devotees sits on the floor in white and cream dhotis and saris, several in orange and green sarees, with brass and steel puja plates holding red and white offerings and flower petals in front of them. A woman in a yellow sari and a woman in red stand behind them. A brass deity murti and a decorated kalasha stand near the throne. The setting is a plain room with dark blue curtains.2010-10-18 +2 copiesNovember 15 20102010-11-15A seated man in an orange robe and rudraksha mala sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne on a raised platform, with a white vertical tilak on his forehead and long dark hair swept back. Before him, a group of devotees sits on the floor: a man in white with striped white-and-ochre body markings, a woman in a yellow top holding a small silver cup, a woman in a pink-and-maroon sari holding a brass lamp, and several women in dark and yellow clothing. A shaved-headed man in orange holds a microphone at the back. Silver plates of offerings, two red apples and a small floral arrangement sit on a gold side table beside the throne, and a standing fan stands behind it.2010-11-30October 08 20102010-10-08A seated man in an orange-saffron robe with a black rudraksha mala and bare chest sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne, his feet being washed by several women kneeling on the floor. Women in white and cream saris and a man in white dhoti with a sacred thread and tilak tend to the feet with pink flowers and silver-toned ritual vessels and trays. Behind the throne stand garlands of orange, yellow and green flowers, a gilded peetha and a decorated stand, with a red curtain at left. A gold-framed stool sits in the foreground at right.2010-11-19A photograph of a seated ritual gathering in an indoor hall with a dark curtain backdrop. A man on a tall gilded throne with red cushioning, wearing an orange-saffron shawl and a gold necklace, sits to the right facing the group; a person candidate with a shawl and ornate gold necklace. Before him, a semicircle of devotees sits on the floor around a low gold tray holding silver plates with red-and-pink flower offerings and small lamps. Several men wear white dhoti-style cloth with gold garlands, and women wear white and cream saris, one in yellow-bordered clothing. Behind the throne are gilded staffs, a golden lion-like carved figure, and an orange-draped altar with a deity murti. Orange cushions and books lie on the floor at left.2010-11-12A photograph of a padapuja ceremony in an indoor hall. A man seated on an ornate gold throne with red cushions, wearing an orange wrap over a leopard-print top and a long orange garment, sits with eyes closed and hands folded, with a rudraksha-style beaded necklace and a forehead marking; he is the central figure, with orange-and-gold trim visible. Devotees kneel on the floor in front, several with palms pressed together. A woman in a blue sari and beaded necklace, a woman in a yellow garment, a man in a white shirt holding prayer beads, and others in white and yellow saris kneel before him. Silver and gold trays of fruit, sweets and pink flowers are placed at his feet, which are being honoured. A gold-trimmed wooden stand with red compartments sits beside the throne, and a curtain and a shrine-like backdrop with decorative items appear behind.2010-09-19