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A figure in an orange-saffron robe with long dark hair and gold armlets reaches toward a golden bull statue (nandi) draped in marigold and garland decorations, at a temple setting with a white balustrade and golden canopy above. Two men in white shirts and white trousers stand at right, one holding a cloth or offering, while a bowl or basket is held at left. Devotees' heads are visible in the foreground. Probable Swamiji is the figure in saffron with long hair, gold armlets and a golden necklace, performing an offering at the temple. The image shows a ritual offering and temple worship.

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December 20 20112011-12-20A photograph of a ceremonial reception on an outdoor stage with red carpet and a gold-and-cream throne decorated with yellow, red, purple and white flower garlands. A long-haired man in saffron-orange robes with a gold necklace and bangles sits on the throne, smiling, with bare feet on a gold footstool; an appearance-based candidate for Swamiji (probable) on the throne, seated with long hair and saffron clothing. A woman in a white sari with a green border and a man in white shirt and trousers and dark glasses approach, the man holding a woven basket-like tray and the woman holding a plate. Saffron-robed attendants stand behind, and a white-clad man holds a decorated pot at left. Two people are visible at the left edge, with one woman on the far left, a white-clad man and a saffron-robed attendant. A carpeted dais and gilded ornate decorations frame the scene.2011-12-20December 20 20112011-12-20December 20 20112011-12-20January 01 20082008-01-01December 20 20112011-12-20A photograph of a ceremonial honouring inside a decorated hall. A long-haired man in orange-saffron robes and a gold necklace sits on an ornate golden throne (peetha) framed by a floral arrangement of yellow, orange, red and purple marigolds and green leaves. A shaven-headed monk in orange robes stands at left, leaning in to offer something from a tray. At right, a man in a white dhoti with a green-and-gold shawl bends forward to touch the throne's base with his hands. A man in a checked shirt carries a bouquet of pink flowers at far right. Red carpet covers the floor and a brass tray sits near the throne base.2011-12-20A seated figure in an orange-saffron garment with a gold-trimmed shawl and a heavy gold necklace of beads sits on a golden throne before an elaborate backdrop of marigold, red and white flower garlands. The figure has long dark hair, a red tilak on the forehead, gold armlets and bangles, and is smiling and looking downward. A hand holds a woven basket near the left armrest, and a hand reaches toward the throne's arm, with people's heads in the foreground. Bronze and gold ritual vessels sit at the right side of the frame. Overall this is a devotional reception setting with floral decoration. Probable Swamiji: long swept-back hair, saffron ornate clothing and gold necklace on a throne, seated centrally.2011-12-20December 20 20112011-12-20A photo of a seated man in saffron-orange robes with long dark hair, a gold necklace and beaded bracelets, smiling and gesturing with one hand while holding a gold ceremonial staff, seated on a golden throne-like chair. Behind him is a large floral arrangement of yellow, orange, red and white marigolds and garlands. In the foreground, a seated audience with backs to the camera listens. Beside the central figure, a bald man in white clothes and glasses leans in. a person: the central figure has long swept-back hair, saffron clothing, a gold necklace and a ceremonial staff, presented as the honoured guest on a decorated seat during a public gathering.2011-12-20December 20 20112011-12-20A photograph of a seated man on a gold-coloured throne before a large backdrop of yellow, orange, red and purple marigold and rose garlands. He wears an orange saffron robe, a gold necklace and a rudraksha-style bead mala, with gold bangles on his wrists, and holds a golden ceremonial staff in one hand while smiling. Two gold lion-shaped armrests flank the throne. Several people in white and grey clothing stand or sit in the foreground with their backs to the camera, and a man in white dhoti and shawl with a shaved head stands at the right. A woman with flowers in her hair sits at the lower right. A brass basket and a tray are visible at the left edge. Overlaid text at the lower right reads a copyright notice.2011-12-20