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Indoor hall with wooden wall panels and a gold-carved throne at right. A seated figure in a red-orange turban and saffron-red shawl, with gold bangles and a long necklace, leans forward to touch the forehead of a man in a white shirt and jeans who bends low with hands pressed to his face. A woman in a white sari with a red-and-white border stands beside him. A woman in white with an orange-red shawl sits in the foreground holding fruit, a trident-topped staff stands beside the throne, and yellow flowers and a potted palm decorate the setting. A figure in orange robes stands at far left. This appears to be a darshan and blessing moment at the throne.

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A seated figure in an orange-red turban and matching saffron-orange garment with yellow trim sits on an ornate gold throne, wearing multiple strands of beaded gold-coloured necklaces and a gold armlet and bangles. He reaches up with his right hand to touch the forehead of a man in a white shirt who faces away from the camera, kneeling close before him. A green leafy plant sits beside the throne. Behind them, a man in white kurta stands with hands clasped, and a partially visible figure in orange stands near a gold pillar. The appearance of the seated figure is consistent with Swamiji (probable) from cues of the orange turban, saffron garments and gold necklaces, while the forehead touch suggests a blessing or initiation moment.2015-07-01A photograph of a ceremonial paada pooja in a wooden hall with palm fronds and yellow flowers. A man in a white shirt bows and reaches toward a seated figure wearing a red-orange turban with a white ornament, a saffron-red garment, a white and gold garland, and a rudraksha-style necklace; he has long swept-back hair and an arm band, and raises a hand in blessing. Another woman in white and red sari-style dress kneels in front, with a gold-rimmed throne behind and a silver trident staff at right. Appearance-based candidate: a person, seated and blessing a devotee during the paada pooja.2014-12-30July 31 20152015-07-31A photograph of a seated figure in a rust-orange turban and saffron-orange robe with a yellow sash, wearing layered rudraksha malas and a small jewelled ornament at the turban, gently placing a hand on the forehead of a kneeling man in a white shirt and white trousers. The man has a vibhuti or tilak mark on his forehead and his hands are pressed together at his chest. Behind them a golden ornate chair or throne stands against a red draped backdrop, a tray of mangoes sits on a low table, and a figure in white walks in the background. Blessing or anointing with a ritual gesture appears to be taking place.2015-10-25A photograph inside a temple hall shows a man seated on an ornate gold throne with a gold-carved backrest, wearing an orange-saffron dhoti and shawl, a beaded rudraksha mala, a red and gold headband, and a vibhuti marking on his forehead. He smiles while placing his right hand on the head of a kneeling devotee in a white shirt and white dhoti, who leans forward with cupped hands. A small silver-and-gold bowl sits near the throne. Several other men in white clothing stand in the background, and a red-and-orange flag hangs at the top left. The seated man's appearance is consistent with the a person candidate cues of saffron clothing, rudraksha mala and a golden throne, but the image is not clear enough to confirm identity.2012-05-09A seated man in an orange robe and marigold garlands sits on a golden throne with a red cushioned back, his hand raised toward the head of a man in a white shirt and white dhoti who bows forward with hands folded. Behind them, a man in a white kurta with a yellow shawl and rudraksha mala watches, a woman in a maroon sari with a red bindi stands at left, and another man in white stands near the throne. A gold-ornamented carved backdrop and a red curtain frame the scene, with a thatched structure and greenery visible at the top left. The setting appears to be an outdoor-side pavilion with devotees receiving blessings.2009-11-17 +1 copiesJuly 07 20162016-07-07 +1 copiesOctober 07 20162016-10-07A photograph of a seated, saffron-robed figure on a gold-carved throne touching the forehead of a kneeling man in a white shirt and orange-red shawl. The seated figure wears an orange and red garment, a gold-beaded necklace and rudraksha-style beads, with long dark hair swept back. A green leafy plant and a small lit lamp sit near the throne, and a camera on a tripod and a cameraperson are visible behind. Another person in white garments with an orange-red sash stands at the left edge. Swamiji (probable) is shown seated on the throne, with long swept-back hair, saffron clothing and ceremonial gold necklaces, performing a forehead blessing for a devotee.2015-07-19October 07 20162016-10-07December 28 20142014-12-28May 09 20122012-05-09