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A photograph of a ceremony in a plain room with pink walls and blue curtains. A man with long dark hair, wearing a blue robe and beaded necklaces, sits on an ornate gold and red throne with his hands resting in his lap; he is the seated figure described as Swamiji (probable), with long swept-back hair, a blue robe and rudraksha-style mala beads. Before him, seven shaved-headed men in white dhotis and white shawls with red borders sit on the floor. The man closest in the centre holds a small cup or bowl in both hands, and a floral arrangement and fruit sit on a table at left.

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A seated figure in a turquoise-blue cloth with long dark hair and layered white and blue beaded necklaces sits on a gold-and-red throne with a red cushion, while several shaved-headed men in white dhotis and shawls sit before him. Some kneel or sit with palms pressed together in anjali, one with a tilak on his forehead, and bowls of fruit and flowers rest on the gold table at the left. A rudraksha mala hangs on one devotee's chest. The room has pale pink walls, a dark red curtain and a small window. Appearance-based label: a person, seated on the throne in blue cloth with long hair and beaded necklaces.2011-02-08A seated figure on a gold-and-red throne wears a turquoise-blue garment, with long dark hair swept back and layered beaded and rudraksha-style necklaces; he sits at a gilded table with flowers and fruit. Around him in front, several shaved-headed men in white dhotis with red-bordered cloth kneel and sit in prayer, several with palms pressed together in anjali mudra, one with a tilak. A microphone and a small brass vessel rest on the table. The background is a pale wall, a mirror and maroon curtains. Pada puja gathering. The seated figure matches the Swamiji cues of long swept-back hair, ornate clothing and rudraksha-style necklaces on a throne, so he is a probable candidate.2011-02-08A seated man with long dark hair wears a light blue dhoti-style garment, a white bead necklace and ceremonial beaded garlands, sitting on an ornate gold-and-red throne (peetha) with a red velvet cushion. In front of him, a low wooden table holds fruit, flowers and offerings. Around him on the floor, about six shaved-headed priests in white dhotis and white shawls with red borders sit in a half-circle, several with hands in mudra gestures and one holding a sacred item, during what appears to be a satsang or ritual gathering. A curtained window and a backdrop with a temple-style photograph frame the scene.2011-02-08A seated figure in a light blue robe with long swept-back dark hair, wearing layered white and blue beaded necklaces, sits on an ornate gold throne with a red velvet cushion and backrest. Before him, several shaved-headed men in white dhotis with red-bordered shawls sit on the floor; two of them extend a silver vessel and offering plate toward the throne, one holding a small cup. A low gold-carved table in front of the throne holds fruit, flowers and a microphone, with a red cloth draped nearby. Behind them are blue curtains, a pale pink wall and a window.2011-02-08A photograph of a seated person on an ornate gold-and-red throne in a plain room, wearing a sky-blue wrap, long swept-back dark hair, and multiple beaded necklaces. Facing him, several shaved-headed men in white dhoti-style cloths with red borders sit on the floor, several with palms pressed together in namaskar. One man in front wears a rudraksha mala and a tilak. Fruit and flowers sit on a gold-trimmed table to the left, and a pink curtain and wall-mounted mirror are behind. The seated figure has distinctive long hair, ornate necklaces and a flowing blue wrap on a throne, which is a compatible appearance cue for Swamiji (probable) presiding over a satsang discourse; the seated man is attributed to that role only by appearance. About 7 people are visible.2011-02-08A seated man in a blue dhoti-style wrap and a blue shawl sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne, long dark hair swept back, several beaded necklaces and a rudraksha mala over his chest, one hand raised in a teaching gesture. Around him, a group of shaved-headed men in white ritual cloth with red-bordered edges sit on the floor; several hold small objects and offering items in their hands, and one wears a beaded mala. A table with fruit, flowers and small brass items sits to the left. Through a window in the back wall, a person in yellow is visible behind a camera setup, and incense sticks stand at the lower right. Swamiji (probable) appears as the seated teacher on the throne, identified by long swept-back hair, multiple malas and necklaces, and a blue wrap on the throne.2011-02-08A seated figure with long swept-back dark hair, wearing a turquoise-blue wrap, a white beaded necklace and multiple strands of white beads, sits on an ornate gold-carved throne with red velvet cushions. A small table in front holds fruit, flower garlands and a microphone. Before him, several shaven-headed men in white dhotis with red-and-white borders sit on the floor with hands folded in anjali; the two central men wear rudraksha malas and one chants with eyes closed. The scene resembles a satsang discourse with disciples in prayer posture.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 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 seated figure on an ornate golden throne with a red velvet cushion, wearing a turquoise-blue garment and multiple beaded necklaces, with long dark hair swept back and hands resting in lap. Before him, several shaved-headed men in white dhoti-style clothes with red-and-white borders and rudraksha malas kneel in a semicircle; one central man holds a small object in cupped hands and chants while others look on. A side table holds fruit and flowers, and a microphone stands nearby in a plain room with pink walls and maroon curtains.2011-02-08A seated figure with long swept-back dark hair, a blue silk garment, layered beaded necklaces and a rudraksha mala sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne with an upraised hand while speaking. Six shaved-headed men in white dhotis and white upper cloths sit on the floor before him; several hold small glass cups or vessels, and brass and silver puja items with fruit rest on a low table. A red curtain and a plain wall form the backdrop.2011-02-08A seated figure with long swept-back dark hair, wearing a turquoise-blue silk garment, layered bead necklaces and a white bead garland, sits on a gold-and-red throne with a raised hand while speaking. Swamiji (probable) is indicated by the long hair, blue robe and ornate garlands, seated on a golden peetha. Before him, several shaved-headed devotees in white dhoti and shawls with maroon borders sit on the floor, many holding small glass cups and some with rudraksha malas. A wooden table with a fruit plate, a brass vessel and a small pink flower arrangement stands at left, and a plain pink wall, red curtain and mirror complete the room.2011-02-08