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A seated figure in a light blue dhoti-style robe with a multi-strand white bead necklace sits on an ornate gold throne with a red velvet back, flanked by two tall gold oil lamps. Shaved-headed men in white dhotis with red and yellow borders sit on the floor before the dais, one holding a small white flower. Brass pots and offerings lie on the platform in front of the throne, and a large temple-style painted backdrop with columns and carved panels fills the background.

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A seated figure in a blue-turquoise dhoti-style wrap sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne (peetha) in front of a backdrop of painted temple pillars and deity imagery. The seated figure has long swept-back hair, a red bindi, and multiple white beaded malas around the neck, with hands folded in the lap. Two brass oil lamps (deepas) flank the throne. In the foreground, several bare-chested men in white ceremonial cloths with red borders sit facing the throne; one reaches toward a brass tray holding flowers and offerings, appearing to perform padapuja. Strips of cloth, incense and a flower-decorated platter are visible. A golden canopy with hanging tassels is above the throne.2011-02-08A photograph of a seated figure on an ornate gold-and-red throne with a red velvet cushioned seat and carved gold frame. The central figure wears a sky-blue draped garment, multiple strands of white beads and a long pendant necklace, with a red bindi on the forehead and long dark hair swept back; the figure's presentation with long hair, ornate clothing and beads is a probable Swamiji cue, and the figure is seated with hands folded in the lap. Two gold oil lamps with flames stand on either side of the throne, and a pink flower offering and incense sticks appear at the bottom. Five shaved-headed devotees in white dhotis with red-bordered shawls sit facing the throne with hands folded in anjali. Behind is a large painted backdrop of temple pillars and deity murtis.2011-02-08A photograph of a seated figure on an ornate gold throne with a red cushioned seat, hands folded in lap, wearing a sky-blue draped garment and multiple strands of white and beaded necklaces, with a red bindi on the forehead. Flanking the throne are tall brass oil lamps with lit flames. Four shaven-headed men in white dhotis and shawls with red borders sit in front with palms pressed together in anjali, and a low table holds incense sticks and pink flowers. Behind is a painted temple backdrop with columns and red drapes. The seated men are devotees.2011-02-08A seated man in a blue dhoti-style wrap and multiple white and pearl necklaces sits on an ornate gold and red velvet throne with eyes closed and hands folded in his lap. He has long swept-back hair, a red bindi and a gold pendant, with a long dark rudraksha-style necklace visible. Six shaved-headed men in white dhotis and white shawls with red borders sit with hands joined in prayer in the foreground. Brass oil lamps flank the throne, and pink flowers and incense sticks lie on a gold stand before them. The backdrop shows painted temple pillars in red and gold. Swamiji (probable): long swept-back hair, bindi, multiple pearl and gold necklaces and a blue wrap on the throne.2011-02-08A seated man in a light blue draped robe and multi-strand white pearl necklaces sits on an ornate gold throne with a red cushioned back, raising his right hand in a gesture of blessing. A red bindi marks his forehead and long dark hair falls past his shoulders. Around him, six shaven-headed men in white dhotis and shawls sit on the floor with folded hands, facing the throne. Brass oil lamps with bird-shaped tops stand on gold pedestals beside him, and a tray of flowers and offerings sits at the front. The backdrop shows painted temple columns and deity imagery in red and gold. The man's appearance and placement on the throne are consistent with Swamiji (probable), with long swept-back hair, a bindi, a blue robe, and pearl necklaces, seated as the central teacher.2011-02-08A seated man in a blue robe sits on an ornate gold and red throne, wearing layered white and blue beaded necklaces, a red bindi and long dark hair swept back, with hands folded in his lap. Before him, several shaved-headed men in white dhoti and shawl sit with palms pressed together in prayer, and brass oil lamps with lit wicks flank the throne. Pink flowers and incense sticks rest on a gold offering tray in front, with a painted temple backdrop behind.2011-02-08A long-haired man in a turquoise-blue dhoti-style wrap and multiple beaded necklaces sits on an ornate gold throne with a red cushion, facing right with a slight smile. Before him, several shaven-headed young men in white dhotis with red-and-white borders sit on the floor, holding small silver vessels and spoons, apparently performing an offering or abhishekam-style ritual. Fruit, flowers and a small brass lamp rest on a wooden side table at left, and a red curtain hangs at right beside a window.2011-02-08A photograph of a satsang-style ritual setting. A man seated on an ornate golden throne with a red cushion, wearing a turquoise-blue wrap, multiple white beaded necklaces and long dark hair, raises one hand mid-gesture as he speaks. He appears to be the probable Swamiji by appearance, based on the long swept-back hair, ceremonial necklaces and blue ornate clothing. Around him, five shaven-headed men in white dhotis and shawls with red borders sit on the floor holding small silver ritual vessels and cups, some raising them. A small table at left holds fruit, flowers and a brass lamp. A blue curtain hangs behind and a person is visible through a window at upper right.2011-02-08A man with long dark hair and a red bindi sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne with carved lion-footed arms, hands folded in his lap. He wears a turquoise-blue draped garment, layered white and clear beaded necklaces, a gold pendant and a rudraksha-style mala. Two brass oil lamps with lit wicks stand on either side of the throne. In the foreground, two shaved-headed men in white dhotis with red borders sit with palms pressed together, facing him. Microphones are visible at the lower right and a red and gold backdrop behind. The scene resembles a seated satsang or discourse.2011-02-08A seated man in a gilded red-cushioned throne wears a light blue draped robe, multiple strands of pearl and beaded necklaces, and a red bindi, with long dark hair swept back, his right hand raised mid-gesture as he speaks. Two brass oil lamps with bird-shaped finials flank the throne, and a brass tray with incense sticks and flowers sits at left. Around the throne, several shaven-headed devotees in white dhotis with red-bordered cloths face him, some holding lit incense sticks or offerings. Behind is a painted temple-style backdrop in red and white with a microphone stand at right, indicating a satsang discourse.2011-02-08A seated figure in a red robe and red shawl sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne with a long garland of gold beads, hands resting in his lap, in a temple-like hall with a large painted backdrop of temple architecture and deities. Before the throne, several people in white dhotis and white saris kneel and sit on the floor, one holding a lit oil lamp, with tall brass lamps with flames flanking the throne. The seated figure is shown in a photograph, but a printed backdrop is behind him and a camera sits at his right. Kneeling devotees in white ritual clothes perform a pada puja-style offering at his feet.2011-01-25A seated man in red robes and a gold-and-red throne sits at the centre of a temple-style hall, with a gold floral garland, a red tilak on his forehead and eyes closed. Several devotees in white dhotis and white saris with gold-star borders sit before him on the floor, with lit oil lamps and brass lamp stands flanking the throne and a small golden plate of offerings in front. Behind the throne is a large painted backdrop of temple architecture and a deity murti in a niche. The a person cues here are the red robes, the gold garland and the ornate throne; he is seated in a central teaching position with devotees performing pada puja-style service. Lamps and attendants indicate a puja setting.2011-01-25