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Indoor temple scene at evening with blue drapes, floral garlands and brass lamps on a stone ledge. A woman in orange robes and an orange head wrap stands at right, extending a tray of fruit and flowers. An older man in a white shirt and white dhoti reaches toward the tray. A man in white dhoti and white shirt with an orange shawl stands behind, and a man in a white shirt watches at left. A metal kalasha with flowers sits at lower left, and a figure in orange robes stands at the left edge. A visible camera operator is near the back.

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Photograph of a temple-style courtyard at night with a blue curtain and hanging green banana plant, flowers and garlands. A figure in a saffron-orange turban and orange robe, with long swept-back dark hair and a wrap draped over the shoulder, stands with back partly turned at the right beside a stone ledge holding brass lamps and metal ritual vessels. Probable Swamiji (saffron turban, orange robe, long hair and ceremonial brass setting), shown from behind. Facing him are a man in white shirt and dark trousers with hands pressed together, another man in white shirt, and a man in white dhoti with orange shawl. At left, a robed figure in orange with a garland stands beside a silver pot with flowers. Several men stand in devotional posture.2008-12-30Photograph of an indoor ashram hall with orange and white draped fabric and striped banners overhead. A long-haired man in an orange cloth, bare-chested with dark rudraksha malas around his neck, smiles as he greets two older men in white shirts who press their palms together in anjali. Behind him stands a monk in orange robes with a shaved head, holding a silver tray with a gold item on it. Other people and a deity murti shrine with ornate decorations are visible in the background.2010-10-29A photograph inside a hall with a draped ceiling and decorated painted pillars. In the foreground, a man in orange robes with a rudraksha mala and a shaved head holds a silver tray toward a man in a white shirt and white dhoti with an orange shawl. Several men in shirts and trousers stand around, some with hands folded. To the right, people in white sit or kneel on a glossy floor near a decorated altar with flowers and lamps. The scene suggests a devotional reception of offerings.2011-02-02December 30 20082008-12-30A photograph inside a hall with a decorated backdrop and hanging orange lamp shade. A man with long dark hair, wearing an orange saffron robe, a black rudraksha mala and a gold necklace, stands facing an older bearded man in white kurta with a red beaded mala, who presses his palms together in greeting. Others in white and orange clothing stand around, and a man in white holds a silver tray of items at right. a person candidate is present, identified by long swept-back hair, saffron robe and rudraksha mala.2010-10-28 +1 copiesPhotograph of a devotional exchange inside a hall with a low ceiling and hanging decorative tassels in orange, yellow and multicoloured patterns. In the centre, a man in an orange shawl and orange robe, with a swept-back hairstyle, holds a silver tray with small bowls and reaches toward a devotee. Another man in an orange robe, standing at right, holds a tray with brass and gold-coloured items. A man in a white shirt with an orange shawl stands at left with his hands pressed together in namaste, and a man in white with a mustache and glasses stands beside him with folded hands. A woman in a green blouse and white sari stands behind them, and additional men in white dhotis stand at the back. A candidate matching the appearance of a person is visible at centre, wearing an orange shawl and robe with a swept-back hairstyle, offering a tray during what appears to be a puja. The orange robes and white attire indicate a devotional gathering.2011-01-21A brass oil lamp (lamp) wrapped in red and orange flower garlands stands centre-frame during a ceremony on a stage. A man in an orange turban and orange robe, with long hair and beard, leans forward and holds out his hands toward the lamp. Beside him an older man in orange robes holds a white sheet of paper. Behind them two young men in white with orange shawls and rudraksha malas watch, one smiling. On the right an older man in white shirt, grey trousers and a red-and-gold silk shawl with a flower garland holds a small white bowl near the lamp. A red and orange draped backdrop and a white curtain fill the background, with a partially visible person at far right.2010-02-17Indoor 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 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 a ceremonial moment inside a hall with a white draped ceiling and decorative colourful cylindrical pillars with yellow and red tassels. A man with swept-back long dark hair, wearing an orange saffron robe, smiles while holding a silver tray of small offering cups and food, and extends his hand toward an older man in a white shirt and orange shawl who has his hands folded in greeting. Another devotee in a lavender shirt and glasses stands beside them, and a man in an orange robe with a crossbody sash holds a tray at right. Several other people in white and green stand behind, and a woman in green and white sari is visible. The scene appears to be a satsang or puja distribution of prasad.2011-01-21A photograph inside a decorated hall with cloth canopy and tall striped pillars. In the centre, a smiling man in an orange saffron robe and a long rudraksha mala stands facing older men in white shirts. An older man with grey hair and beard holds out a fruit, and a bald monk in orange holds a silver tray with a lamp and a white cloth. Other men in white shirts, one with a green shawl, stand behind them with hands folded in greeting. Garlands and flowers decorate the background, and a few people are visible further back.2010-11-16Photo inside a temple shrine. A tall brass lamp stands in the foreground with a red flower tied near its top. Two men in white ritual dress bend toward it, one with hands extended over the flame; one wears a white shirt and dhoti, the other is in a yellow-and-white shawl with tilak. Beside them stands a figure in a flowing orange robe with a rudraksha mala, hands clasped in front, appearing as a person sannyasi figure, with long swept-back hair. Behind the brass lamps and kalasha-style vessels, a deity murti is dressed in magenta and garlanded with marigolds and white flowers, with a gilded canopy above.2010-06-18