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A photograph of a homa or yagna at a temple hall, with a sacred fire burning in a brick fire pit on a red floor. Priests in white dhotis with gold borders stand around the fire; the central priest wears a red and gold turban and pours an offering from a brass vessel, and another wears a red shawl. Garlands of marigolds and flowers decorate the altar, and brass kalasha pots and oil lamps sit nearby. A golden ornate parasol stands in the background beside a heart-shaped floral arch. Seated at left, a man with long dark hair, a flower garland and a saffron cloth is in the ritual setting, with a person candidate identified by long hair, saffron clothing and rudraksha-style adornments.

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April 14 20182018-04-14A homa or yagna at a fire pit built of stacked bricks on a red-carpeted hall, with flames rising from the centre. A bare-chested priest in a saffron-coloured turban and a white dhoti kneels at the fire, pouring from a vessel while two other men in white dhotis and garlands stand nearby, one holding a ceremonial vessel. Marigold and yellow flower garlands, coconuts, bananas, brass vessels and a tall kalasha-style pot surround the fire pit, with a heart-shaped floral decoration and decorated umbrellas hanging overhead. Several seated devotees in saffron and orange clothing watch from the background.2018-04-14A photograph of a fire ritual inside a hall with red floor and marigold garlands. At the centre, a brick-lined fire pit with a burning flame sits on a golden-brick platform decorated with flower garlands. A bare-chested priest in white dhoti with gold borders stands at the fire holding a white offering bundle with pink flowers, wearing a maroon turban and red shawl. Beside him, another bare-chested man in white dhoti with a gold-bordered cloth holds a flower-decorated tray. A large ornate purple-and-gold ceremonial umbrella stands behind the fire, and banana stalks, brass vessels and a woven basket are arranged around the platform. Several other men in ritual dress stand nearby.2018-04-14April 14 20182018-04-14April 14 20182018-04-14Inside a decorated temple hall, a homa is performed at a brick fire pit with a lit fire and smoke rising, surrounded by flower-garlanded brick offerings. Priests in white dhotis and bare-chested figures in saffron/orange and purple cloth stand in a line holding brass bells, a tray of fruit, and other ritual items. A bare-chested priest in a purple dhoti and shawl offers flowers at a decorated altar with marigold garlands and a deity murti. Rudraksha malas and white garlands are worn by several participants. Colourful cloth banners and umbrellas hang from the pillars, and brass oil lamps stand on the red-striped floor.2018-04-14 +1 copiesFire ritual inside a decorated hall with marigold and orange garland strings hanging overhead. A brick fire pit with a burning log sits on a red floor, surrounded by flower-decorated offering trays, coconuts, brass pots and kalasha vessels. Four men in white dhotis with gold borders stand at the homa; one bare-chested man in the center holds a white cloth-wrapped vessel above the flames, while another offers a brass dish. Several people in orange and saffron robes sit to the right amid garlands. At left, a seated figure in a white garment with a heavy garland and dark hair decorates an altar. Deity murti is not clearly visible.2018-04-14A photograph of a homa fire ceremony inside a hall with a red carpet and marigold garlands strung overhead. In the centre, a priest in a white dhoti with a yellow border and a red-and-gold headcloth pours liquid from a brass vessel beside a fire pit lit with burning logs. Another priest in white stands to the right holding offerings near the flames. Rows of fruit, flowers, coconuts and brass pots sit on a tiered platform in front. Behind, a few seated men and women in saffron, purple and white garments watch; a gilded umbrella, an ornate golden heart-shaped decorative frame and red canopies complete the setting.2018-04-14A photograph of a Hindu fire ritual inside a large hall with pillars and a red carpet. At the centre, a fire burns in a brick-lined pit surrounded by marigold garlands, flower arrangements, brass vessels and bowls of fruit. Several bare-chested men in white dhotis with gold borders stand around the fire; one in the centre holds a tray or offering. On the left, a seated figure in saffron clothing with a rudraksha mala and a heavily garlanded seat sits near ornate umbrellas and a decorated backdrop, while a man in orange and a woman in purple stand nearby. Garlands and red paper lanterns hang overhead. Several other men in saffron and white clothing stand or sit along the edges. A ritual homa or yagna is being performed.2018-04-14April 14 20182018-04-14April 14 20182018-04-14A homa fire ritual inside a temple hall with a red floor. A standing priest in a maroon-and-red turban and bare chest, wearing white dhoti with gold borders and rudraksha-style beaded necklace, holds a ladle over a flaming fire pit. Beside him, other priests in white dhotis with gold borders and beaded necklaces stand attentively. On the left, a man in orange cloth sits near a decorated backdrop, and a seated devotee in saffron and a woman in purple sari are nearby. A white and gold ornate umbrella canopy hangs over the altar. Brick-like offerings stacked with marigold garlands, brass vessels, coconuts and a kalasha lie in front of the fire pit, with a garlanded wooden stick above the flame. Visible roles are priests and devotees, not a confirmed identity.2018-04-14