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A photograph of a hall with a line of devotees standing with palms pressed together in namaskar, many wearing white dhotis and white or light shirts, one in a light blue shirt holding papers. Facing them in the foreground, a woman in a blue sari hands or receives items from a bowl held by a monk in saffron robes with a shaved head, who is serving a tray. Other saffron-robed and white-clad attendants stand to the right near a hanging orange and gold decorative banner, with a projector screen behind. The floor is polished and reflective. The scene appears to be a pada puja or darshan line, with the person being honoured not clearly identifiable.

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A photograph inside a hall showing a long line of men standing in two rows with hands joined in namaskar, several in white dhotis and shirts, one in a blue checked shirt and dark trousers, another in a light green shirt. At the right, a monk in saffron-orange robes with a shaved head holds a brass tray, while a woman in a blue sari stands nearby, and another man in white dhoti stands at the far right. A saffron cloth hangs from a decorated stand at the top right, and a white screen is visible in the background. The scene resembles a padapuja ritual in which devotees line up to honour the monk.2011-02-13A photograph of a hall where a line of men in white dhotis and white shirts stand with hands folded in prayer, some in pale blue or light green shirts. A woman in a blue sari with a shawl holds a tray of offerings, while a monk in saffron-orange robes stands at right holding a tray of items. Other men in white dhotis and orange-robed figures stand nearby on a polished floor, with orange and yellow hangings and a white screen behind. The scene appears to be a pada puja, with devotees offering reverence at the feet of a seated figure not visible in the frame.2011-02-13A long line of devotees stands in a polished hall with a glossy reflective floor, hands pressed together in namaskar, awaiting a ritual. Men in white shirts, orange and red tops, and dhotis or trousers fill the line, with a small child among them. At the far right, a woman in a blue sari stands and a man in orange robes holds a metal tray, while a bare-chested priest in white dhoti and shawl stands beside them. Colourful striped pillars with orange drapes and a white projection screen decorate the background, and a garland-like decoration hangs near the ceiling. The scene appears to show a padapuja line.2011-02-13Photograph inside a decorated hall with a draped white ceiling canopy and tall pillars wrapped in coloured cloth. A bare-chested man in a white dhoti with gold border and a sacred thread stands centre, with tilak on his forehead, placing his hand on the head of a man with folded hands. Another priest in a white dhoti holds a tray. On the right, a monk in a saffron-orange robe carries a brass tray and stands beside a man in white with a gold-and-saffron shawl. Men in white shirts and dhotis stand in line on the left waiting, and more devotees in saffron and white stand behind. Screens and a backdrop hang in the background.2011-03-05A photograph inside a decorated hall with a draped white ceiling and colourful striped pillars with orange tassels. A line of men in white dhotis and white shirts stands at left, several with hands folded in greeting. In the centre, a man in a white dhoti and gold-bordered shawl, with a rudraksha-style mala and a white paper in hand, stands before a line of devotees. Beside him, a monk in saffron robes holds a brass plate with offerings. Other saffron-robed monks and women in red and pink saris stand in the background, with a stage curtain of blue and gold behind them. Ceremony in progress.2011-03-05A photograph of a long line of devotees standing barefoot on a polished reflective floor in a hall with pillars decorated with colourful woven bands and orange fabric. Many men in white dhotis and kurtas, others in plain shirts and trousers, stand with palms pressed together in namaskar. A woman in a teal blue sari and a monk in an orange robe stand near the front, close to a robed figure in white with a shaved head at the right. A projector screen and dark drapes with pink trim are visible behind them.2011-02-13Indoor ritual scene in a decorated hall with colourful striped pillars and white ceiling drapes. A young man in saffron-orange robes and a rudraksha mala stands centre, leaning forward with hands extended toward a sadhu-like attendant in orange holding a silver tray with golden items. Around them, men in white shirts and white dhotis, many wearing rudraksha malas, stand with palms pressed together in namaste. A bald priest in orange and a back-lit deity murti appear behind. Devotees stand along the sides of the hall. A small plate of items is held on the silver tray.2010-11-15A photograph of a devotional blessing line in an indoor hall with orange, red and yellow fabric decorations hanging from the ceiling. A man with long swept-back dark hair, wearing an orange saffron robe with a dark red border and a long rudraksha mala, extends his hand to bless a devotee who stands with palms pressed together, and holds a folded white cloth. Beside him, a younger attendant in an orange robe and a gold ceremonial necklace holds a silver tray. Another orange-robed attendant stands at the right edge. Several men in white shirts and dhotis stand with folded hands in the line, and a man in a grey shirt bows his head. The visible scene shows a darshan blessing, with the orange-robed figure with long hair as the central figure of the blessing.2011-01-26A photograph inside a hall with colourful striped and orange hangings above. A man in a white dhoti-style garment and white shawl, with a rudraksha mala and ceremonial gold necklace, extends a hand over a silver tray of offerings held by a man in orange robes with a rudraksha mala. Around them devotees stand with palms pressed together in anjali, including a man in a white shirt on the left, a man in an orange shirt, a man in a checked shirt, a bald man in white and a boy in an orange sweatshirt. A person in orange robes stands at the right edge.2011-02-12November 15 20102010-11-15A photograph of a devotional gathering inside a decorated hall with a white canopy and colourful striped pillars hanging above. In the centre, a young man in an orange robe with a dark rudraksha-style bead necklace leans forward and receives or offers items from a silver tray, while an assistant in orange, also wearing beads, holds the tray. Around them, several men in white dhotis and shirts stand with palms pressed together in namaskar, some wearing beaded necklaces, and others in white kurtas stand in the background. A man with a long white beard at left presses his hands together, and a video camera on the right records the scene.2010-11-15A photograph of an indoor hall with polished floor, where devotees line up in a receiving line. A figure in yellow robes with long dark hair, a loose yellow shawl, layered beaded necklaces and gold armlets walks barefoot and raises one hand in blessing toward the people on the left. Several devotees in white dhotis and shirts stand with palms pressed together in namaste, one woman in a cream sari with a long braid stands in front, and a man in an orange shirt stands at left. At right, a priest in orange robes holds a silver tray with offerings. Yellow and orange hanging decorations and a golden deity murti appear in the background. The figure in yellow appears to be a probable Swamiji, identified by long swept-back hair, ornate gold necklaces and saffron-toned clothing, and is receiving devotees in darshan.2011-02-09