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A photograph of a temple-style stage hung with red drapes and green leaves, with a gold-framed throne at centre. Seated on a red cushioned seat is a figure with a black face painted with white markings, wearing a rust-orange cloth, a white flower garland and a rudraksha-style necklace, and holding a hand raised in blessing. Behind the throne is a deity murti. Around the seat, several young men in white dhotis and white shirts kneel and sit, some with hands folded or extended toward the figure, and a woman in a purple sari and gold jewellery is seated among them. Brass tridents, decorated kalashas and colourful painted pillars frame the stage, with a railing in front and several standing fans visible.

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February 14 20172017-02-14February 13 20172017-02-13February 14 20172017-02-14Photo 11710197Photograph of a ceremony on a stage hung with deep red drapes and leafy green garlands, with a gilded throne-like seat framing a deity murti holding a child, decorated in red and gold. A bearded man in saffron-orange robes, a gold necklace and a rudraksha mala sits on a red cushioned seat, while young men in white dhotis and shirts kneel and stand around him, one reaching toward his head. A woman in a gold-bordered sari and gold jewellery sits nearby. Brass lamp stands, a trident and a colourful striped mat complete the setting, and a man in white walks across the foreground. Several people are seated on the stage and a few stand near the front rail.2017-02-13February 14 20172017-02-14February 13 20172017-02-13A stage event in a hall with a red draped curtain and a gold-framed arch behind a golden throne; a deity murti in a red-and-gold textile sits in the arch, with green foliage hanging above. A man with long dark hair, a full beard, rudraksha beads and a gold necklace wears an orange-brown cloth and sits on a red cushioned seat at centre, while a young man in white kneels before him, appearing to touch his forehead. Around them, several young men and women in white and cream dhotis and saris kneel or stand with palms pressed together, and a bearded man in white stands at the left. Brass oil lamps with striped sleeves flank the stage, and a striped rug covers the floor under a metal railing. Several people are visible.2017-02-13A photograph inside a temple-style hall with red draped curtains and green foliage above a gold ornate throne niche. A bearded man in a saffron-brown robe and a long pink-and-white flower garland sits on a white and red cushioned throne, smiling and reaching out to touch the head of a young man in white kurta. Probable Swamiji (in person): the seated man wears a flower garland and saffron robe, with a long beard, while a golden deity murti in a red turban sits in the niche behind him. Around him, young men in white kurtas kneel or stand with hands folded, and a woman in a maroon and gold sari with a gold necklace stands at right with palms together. A pedestal fan stands at left, and a trident sits near the throne.2017-02-14A photograph of a stage at a KAILASA event. A seated man in saffron-orange robes, with a long beard, a rudraksha-style gold necklace and a red-orange head covering, sits on a red-cushioned throne. A young devotee in white kneels and touches his forehead, and an adult devotee in a white dhoti kneels with hands folded, while another devotee in a white dhoti and orange sash stands. Behind the throne is an ornate gold arch framing a deity murti with a crown and a trident, decorated with green leaves. Brass oil lamps, a trident and colourful striped cloth on the floor complete the scene. Several white-clad young men and boys stand or kneel with palms joined at the sides.2017-02-13February 13 20172017-02-13A photograph of a ritual stage with red drapes and green foliage. A man with long dark hair and a beard, wearing an ochre-brown robe, rudraksha-style beaded necklace and a gold pendant, sits on a red-cushioned seat in front of a golden arched throne holding a deity murti with a red headdress. Around him, young men in white kurtas and white dhotis kneel with palms joined, while another young man in a yellow-and-white dhoti and a shawled figure with long hair kneel close by; one kneeling man leans in toward the seated man, who raises a hand. Brass oil lamps, a trident, and a kalasha-like vessel stand on the platform, with small fans beside the group.2017-02-13