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A photograph of a ceremonial garland moment before a floral backdrop of yellow, orange, red and purple marigolds and gold ornamental carving. A bare-chested man with a white-marked forehead and arms, wearing an orange dhoti with a green-and-red border, leans forward to drape a thick garland of yellow and purple flowers around the neck of a smiling young man in an orange shawl. The recipient holds the garland at his chest while smiling broadly. To the left, an older white-bearded man with white forehead markings and a red rudraksha mala stands in white. A second man in orange is partly visible behind. A red velvet seat edge appears at the lower right.

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October 24 20102010-10-24 +1 copiesA ceremonial stage scene with a floral backdrop of orange marigolds, yellow and purple blooms and a golden sun-like motif. A bearded priest with a shaved-looking top knot and white tilak, wearing an orange dhoti with a yellow garland, holds a bundle of yellow flowers and a garland while gently placing a hand on the forehead of a seated person in an orange robe with a long green and white garland and a red bindi. An elderly white-bearded man in white with a rudraksha mala stands at left. Gold ornamental panels and red cushions fill the right side of the stage.2010-10-24A photo of a ceremonial welcome at a floral-decorated stage. A bearded priest with a bare chest, orange dhoti and orange-yellow garland holds a bundle of yellow marigolds and offers it to a long-haired man in an orange shawl and green-and-white garland who stands with palms joined in namaskar, head bowed. A white-bearded elder with white vibhuti marks stands at the left edge. Behind them are large floral arches of orange, yellow, purple and red blooms and a gold-carved throne. a person: the standing man has long swept-back hair, an orange shawl and a garland, a presentation consistent with the page, though the appearance is only partially distinctive. The scene is a satsang-style reception with garlands and flower offerings.2010-10-24October 24 20102010-10-24 +1 copiesOctober 24 20102010-10-24A seated ceremony at a decorated stage with a large golden backdrop and floral arch in purple, yellow, orange and red. A man in an orange turban and orange robe with a green and white garland stands with hands joined in namaskar, eyes lowered and smiling, with rudraksha beads visible on his neck. Beside him, a bearded priest with vibhuti on his forehead, bare chest, yellow dhoti with a green border and an orange-beaded necklace holds a bundle of yellow marigolds to offer. Two attendants in white and orange stand at the left edge, and a red cushioned seat sits in the lower right.2010-10-24October 24 20102010-10-24 +1 copiesOctober 24 20102010-10-24October 24 20102010-10-24October 24 20102010-10-24Photograph of a garland ceremony on a stage. A man with long swept-back dark hair, bare-chested and wearing an orange shawl over an orange dhoti with red border, smiles as he places a large yellow and purple flower garland over the head of a visitor. The visitor has long dreadlocked hair, wears a rust-orange silk robe with gold embroidery and a dark rudraksha mala, and lowers his head. Behind them hang blue curtains with an orange fabric drape, and another person in orange robes stands at the right edge. Swamiji (probable) is the man with long swept-back hair and bare-chested orange shawl, placing the garland as the host.2011-02-13A photograph of a ceremonial exchange in front of a floral backdrop of purple, yellow, orange and magenta flowers. A young man with long dark hair, wearing a thick yellow and pink flower garland over orange saffron robes, smiles broadly and reaches out with cupped hands. Facing him, an elderly man with a long white beard, white forehead markings and a rudraksha mala holds his hands together in a respectful gesture. Beside them, a bare-chested priest with white sacred ash marks on his body and orange cloth holds a silver tray with a small orange object and folded white paper. Another orange-robed attendant stands behind. Two attendants wear orange garments; the scene suggests an offering or blessing.2010-10-24