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A homa fire ritual at KAILASA Houston. Three priests sit on colourful striped mats around a square yellow-and-white brick fire pit with a bright flame and smoke. Two priests on the left and right wear white dhotis, cream turbans and beaded rudraksha malas, bare-chested, offering items into the fire. A third priest on the left handles a bowl of green leafy offerings. Brass oil lamps, a tray of fruit, sticks of samidha wood, bowls of ghee and a small bell lie nearby. Behind, a shrine displays decorated deity murtis with colourful garlands, a golden throne and maroon curtains. A yellow sign reads KAILASA HOUSTON USA.

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