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A photograph of a seated man in rust-red robes and a long rudraksha mala with a ceremonial gold pendant, raising one hand in greeting from a throne. Behind him a deity murti with gold crown and ornaments sits within a dense arch of marigold and rose garlands in red, yellow, purple and white. Attendants in orange and white cloth stand at the sides holding the throne, and a silver staff stands beside it. Several people are partially visible at the edges of the frame.

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December 23 20162016-12-23November 24 20172017-11-24A seated man in saffron-orange robes and an orange turban sits cross-legged on a red-draped dais in front of a large throne decorated with a dense arrangement of yellow, orange, white, purple and green flower garlands. A deity murti crowned with a gold crown sits atop the throne. Silver lion figures flank the seat, and a silver staff stands at the right. He raises both palms in greeting or blessing. Four young women in orange clothes sit on either side with hands folded in anjali. Gold carved panels and red curtains frame the stage. Swamiji (probable): he wears a saffron turban, rudraksha mala and orange robes, seated on the central throne receiving devotees. Swamiji (probable) teaching or blessing devotees on the ceremonial stage.2017-11-11A photograph of a seated man at the centre of a richly decorated flower-covered throne or peetha, with hanging garlands of white and magenta flowers above and a gold kalasha-like ornament at the top. He wears an orange-brown garment, a gold-and-bead necklace, layered garlands of white flowers, green and red wrist bands, and has white markings on his forehead and face; his eyes are closed. Two people in saffron-orange head wraps and bare-shouldered orange cloth sit in the foreground, a person in white stands at the left edge, and another woman in orange garments sits at the right. The throne is decorated with red, yellow, purple and white flowers and gold circular ornaments.2017-07-09A seated man on a red throne is garlanded with red, white and yellow flower chains and wears a gold necklace and armlets. He has long swept-back dark hair and a bare chest with a saffron-red wrap, holding a long staff. Devotees in white and red saris and white shirts sit before him with hands folded in reverence, under a golden backdrop with carved figures and floral arches. Swamiji (probable): the man on the throne has long swept-back hair, ceremonial gold necklaces and a saffron wrap, matching the page's Guru Purnima event.2016-07-19July 09 20172017-07-09November 24 20172017-11-24 +2 copiesA photograph of a ceremonial stage honouring a seated bearded man in saffron-orange robes, wearing a long white and pink flower garland and a small red-and-white floral arrangement at his feet. He sits on a gold-trimmed throne cushioned with red pillows, before a large arch of marigolds and roses in red, yellow, white and green. On the left, a man in white dhoti with gold border and a bare-chested man in saffron cloth hold a trident-topped ornament and offer flowers. On the right, a woman with long dreadlocks and a rudraksha mala in an orange sari and a second woman in an orange sari stand attentively, and more people are behind them. a person is identified by the honoured seated figure with the ornate garland and throne, though his face and appearance are not distinct enough to confirm identity. Visible people: about six.2016-12-23A seated man in an ornate golden throne with leopard-print cushions delivers a discourse before a microphone stand. He wears a rust-brown turban, bare shoulders with a brown wrap, gold armbands, a heavy gold necklace, and a pale pink and white flower garland. His right arm is raised with the hand in a gesture. Behind him is a tiered backdrop of yellow, orange, red, purple and white floral garlands framing a deity murti crowned in gold with a dark face and ornaments, flanked by two smaller attendant figures, with a green silk cloth and red curtain behind. Swamiji (probable): the seated speaker's appearance and ornate turban, bare-shouldered wrap, gold necklace and garlands fit the page's record of this event; identity is appearance-based.2017-11-11November 11 20172017-11-11A photograph of a ceremonial celebration in a decorated hall. A seated man in a saffron-orange robe and a long rudraksha mala with a pink and orange flower garland sits on a red-cushioned throne backed by a large floral arch of red, white, yellow, green and purple blooms. A golden trident and golden lion-head ornaments flank the seat. Around him, people in white and orange-red clothes sit and stand, including a woman in a red sari with a red shawl and women in orange-red saris, while a man in white holds a fruit near the throne. Swamiji (probable) is identified by long hair, saffron robe, rudraksha mala and ceremonial throne setting, presented as the honoured guest at the Avatardinotsava celebration.2016-12-23November 11 20172017-11-11